Training Administrator

Job Summary This position is located in the Department of Corrections (DOC), Office of the Deputy of Management Support, Training and Professional Development Division. The DOC's mission is to ensure the public safety for the citizens of the District of Columbia by providing an orderly, safe, and secure environment for the confinement of pretrial detainees and sentenced inmates. This position serves as Training Administrator for the DOC Training Academy, responsible for overseeing and administering the agency's training programs including the analysis of agency training needs, developing training curriculum for online and in‑person courses, and measuring training effectiveness to improve performance measures. In this key position, the training administrator works collaboratively in consultation with senior leaders and is accountable for the overall success of the agency's training program and strategies. Works under the general supervision of the Deputy Director for Management Support. Duties and Responsibilities Manages training programs and facilitates events, that includes, but is not limited to, planning and coordinating the development and administration; consulting with management to determine and develop training initiatives, organizational development issues, learning and performance training, supervisory training, and strategies for implementing change to meet agency's objectives. Ensures personnel (staff or contractors) resources and funding are available for implementation. Supervises Training Specialists and support staff which includes but is not limited to, planning, organizing, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of the training staff; training, developing and coaching staff in their professional development and their duties; and observing and evaluating the performance of staff and contractors. Designs and develops learning programs through a proven curriculum development process, facilitated events, seminars, conferences, training materials, and appropriate assessment tools or approaches that involve collecting and reviewing necessary information; researches and develops program/seminar content to meet learning needs specific to DOC; and identifies target populations and evaluates the effectiveness of previous related training programs. Develops reports, makes recommendations, and delivers presentations to management on training plans organized to address organizational development issues and agency needs. Qualifications and Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study – Education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. Experience that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s). Supervising or administering a training program. Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results. Work in the occupation or subject‑matter field of the position to be filled that requires training or instructing others on a regular basis. Specialized Experience Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. To be creditable, applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the line of progression. Licenses and Certifications None. Working Conditions/Environment Work is performed in an office setting. Other Significant Facts Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Pay Plan, Series, and Grade: MS-1712-14 Promotion Potential: None. Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service (MSS)/At‑Will. MSS At‑Will Statement: Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. Collective Bargaining Unit (Non‑Union): This position is not a part of a Collective Bargaining Unit. Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability – Safety Sensitive. Essential Designation: This position is designated as Essential pursuant to Chapter 12 of the D.C personnel regulations, Hours of Work, Legal Holidays, and Leave. Residency Requirement Statement: If the position you are applying for is the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of $150,000 or more you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within 180 days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment. Residency Preference: Applicants claiming "Residency Preference" will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment. EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non‑merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr