Training Coordinator

Training Coordinator

Print (

Apply



Training Coordinator

Salary

$2,698.65 - $3,263.73 Biweekly

Location

Houston

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

38915

Department

HUMAN RESOURCES

Division

HRD-CENTER FOR PUBLIC LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING

Opening Date

06/10/2026

Closing Date

6/17/2026 9:00 AM Central

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Center for Public Leadership and Learning

Reporting Location: 13333 NW Freeway

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday, 7am – 4pm * Subject to change*

The Training Coordinator plays a central role in strengthening the City’s workforce by designing, delivering, and coordinating high-impact learning experiences. This position is ideal for someone who loves helping others grow, thrives in a collaborative environment, and brings creativity to adult learning.

In this role, you will lead both general training programs and specialized development sessions, ensuring employees at every level—from frontline staff to supervisors and managers—have the tools they need to succeed. You’ll also guide the City’s broader staff development strategy by identifying skill gaps, recommending training solutions, and ensuring programs are implemented effectively.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Establish training policies — Determines, updates, and maintains training policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.

• Assess organizational training needs — Partners with management and supervisory staff to identify workforce development needs, recommend appropriate training solutions, and deliver training courses.

• Develop training strategies — Designs and implements training plans, procedures, and programs that address identified skill gaps and operational challenges.

• Create training materials — Organizes and produces training manuals, reference materials, testing tools, evaluation procedures, multimedia resources, and other instructional content.

• Provide office oversight — May supervise support staff responsible for routine office functions such as filing, correspondence, and phone coverage.

• Evaluate external training programs — Reviews and coordinates courses offered by community colleges, school systems, and partner agencies, especially those tied to required certifications or licenses.

• Maintain training records — Tracks employee participation in training programs and ensures staff remain current on required certifications and licenses.

• Stay current on industry trends — Maintains professional relationships with training organizations, associations, and peer agencies to stay informed on emerging training methods and best practices.

• Communicate new programs — Conducts briefings and presentations to inform management about new training initiatives, objectives, and expected outcomes.

• Manage vendor partnerships — Coordinates and administers contracts, service agreements, and vendor relationships for outsourced training and development services.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Personnel Management or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners are required.

Pertinent training experience at the professional level may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None.

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

Highly desired candidates will have:

• Passion for adult learning within a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment

• Experience delivering in-person, virtual, or blended courses

• Experience measuring the impact of formal learning programs

• Experience in training and supporting leadership development

• Degrees or knowledge in adult learning, learning and development, leadership or Instructional development.

• Demonstrate experience using LMS platforms

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None. However ,the department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATIONGENERAL FUNDS

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 24

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period.

Applications must be submitted online at :

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (View phone number on click.appcast.io). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Supplemental Insurance

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Compensable Sick Leave

• Personal Leave

• Flexible schedules

• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions

• Yes

• No

02

Please indicate your highest level of completed education.

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher

• None of the above

03

If you selected you have a degree, please list the area of study. If you do not have a degree write N/A.

04

Please indicate the amount of verifiable pertinent professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners

• Less than 4 years

• 4 years to less than 6 years

• 6 years to less than 8 years

• 8 years or more

Required Question