Operational Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

• Under supervision, plans, organizes, develops, coordinates, and evaluates training and development programs for Transmission and Generation Operations (TGO).

• This role is designed to effectively produce and maintain adequately trained and qualified TGO System Operators who ensure that electric system is operated in a safe and reliable manner in accordance with NERC, WECC, FERC and any other applicable regulatory requirements.

• The position involves interaction with all employee levels and various internal and external organizations.

• Utilizes a Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) following the A.D.D.I.E. process to Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate training and development programs for TGO personnel,

• Analyses and leads process with identifying training needs, solutions, targeted audience(s) for TGO, other employees and/or external audiences.

• Designs targeted, specific training courses by determining the appropriate Lesson Plan, Learning Objectives, Training Format (material, media, delivery), Subject Matter Experts, Assessment and Evaluation types.

• Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive training courses to ensure training audience is adequately trained on NERC and WECC Standards, FERC Orders, and all applications and tools necessary to perform their assigned job duties.

• Develops and maintains training materials for presentations,

• Implements and prepares training materials (presentations, student guides, instructor guides, handouts).

• Documents and maintains records of all required compliance evidence documentation.

• Evaluates student course evaluations and documents feedback.

• Addresses and implements identified changes gather from documented feedback

• Prepares, conducts, and evaluates Training Needs Analysis as needed.

• Conducts special studies, reviews, and develops operational procedures and prepares technical reports, as required.

• Participates in regular Transmission and Generation Operations (TGO) meetings as assigned.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent of education from an accredited institution AND a minimum of three (3) years direct work experience in training System Operators on related job duties.

• College level coursework (100+) from an accredited institution will be evaluated on an individual basis according to the skill/level to determine if applicable to the position by management.

• Active NERC certification OR Previously NERC certified or Non-NERC Certified (and willing to obtain certification within six months)

• Strong instructional design background.

• Experience developing professional training presentations.

• Curriculum development experience.

• Experience creating assessments and evaluating learning outcomes.

• Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively within a team environment.

• Knowledge or experience with the ADDIE instructional design methodology is highly valued.

• Training experience within utilities, manufacturing, industrial operations, controls, engineering, or technical environments will be considered.

• System Operator experience is a strong plus.

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

Company Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities