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Location : Salem, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-06
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 01/23/2024
Closing Date: 2/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
General Definition of Work
Creates and manages organization wide professional training and development programs. Performs both assigned and independent work assessing, planning, preparing, facilitating, monitoring, evaluating, and documenting training activities in the City workforce including supervisory, leadership and professional development programs. Conduct training, as qualified. Works collaboratively with management and employees across all City functionsReports directly to the Director of Human Resources.
Essential Functions
Assesses training needs and opportunities and determines desired performance results; evaluates program effectiveness and ensures that programs meet the needs of the City.
Coordinates the Development and administration of Citywide training programs utilizing internal and external training resources and satellite and distance learning technology that allows flexibility in scheduling.
Develops training aides such as manuals, handbooks, training technology, syllabus, learning objectives, and other educational materials for each program offered.
Conducts training sessions utilizing various methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, on-the-job coaching, role playing and other methods as may be appropriate.
Develops a schedule of classes designed for progressive skill development of employees, especially in the area of management and leadership development.
Promotes training efforts within the City including recruiting participants, tracking participation, and providing recognition upon completion of programs.
Manages training budget and monitors expenditures for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
Effectively communicates various subjects via group presentation, development of visual or written materials, website updates or group facilitation.
Coordinates or participates in special projects as assigned.
Performs clerical work as needed to support training functions.
Review, approve, or deny all applications for tuition reimbursement to determine eligibility; and administer the tuition reimbursement budget, maintaining reimbursement to maximize cost/benefit ratio.
Collaborates with the functional areas of Human Resources to develop and enhance programs for onboarding, performance management, diversity training, and compliance training
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with major work in business or public administration, adult education, or related field; Possesses comprehensive knowledge of HR practices and procedures including employment laws. Masters in organization and Training development preferred but not required; three (3) to six (6) years related experience and/or training in the Development and implementation of an organization-wide training program; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of learning models, training and development, program Development and delivery, employee relations, and research and analysis in relation to Human Resources. thorough knowledge of the accepted principles and practices of human resources administration. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of staff and the public. Ability to work independently, compile data and to make accurate and complete reports. Ability to develop strong relationships at all levels of the organization with a high level of business acumen; Effective public speaking and presentation skills. Ability to adapt training methods to diverse audiences. Ability to facilitate group/team training and discussions.
Physical Requirements
This work is sedentary and requires little to no exertion of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires standing and occasionally requires walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
Special Requirements
Professional Certification issued by IPMA-CP, SHRM-CP, PHR, or CPLP preferred but not required.
The City of Salem offers an enriched benefits program for all full time employees.
Location : Salem, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-06
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 01/23/2024
Closing Date: 2/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
General Definition of Work
Creates and manages organization wide professional training and development programs. Performs both assigned and independent work assessing, planning, preparing, facilitating, monitoring, evaluating, and documenting training activities in the City workforce including supervisory, leadership and professional development programs. Conduct training, as qualified. Works collaboratively with management and employees across all City functionsReports directly to the Director of Human Resources.
Essential Functions
Assesses training needs and opportunities and determines desired performance results; evaluates program effectiveness and ensures that programs meet the needs of the City.
Coordinates the Development and administration of Citywide training programs utilizing internal and external training resources and satellite and distance learning technology that allows flexibility in scheduling.
Develops training aides such as manuals, handbooks, training technology, syllabus, learning objectives, and other educational materials for each program offered.
Conducts training sessions utilizing various methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, on-the-job coaching, role playing and other methods as may be appropriate.
Develops a schedule of classes designed for progressive skill development of employees, especially in the area of management and leadership development.
Promotes training efforts within the City including recruiting participants, tracking participation, and providing recognition upon completion of programs.
Manages training budget and monitors expenditures for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
Effectively communicates various subjects via group presentation, development of visual or written materials, website updates or group facilitation.
Coordinates or participates in special projects as assigned.
Performs clerical work as needed to support training functions.
Review, approve, or deny all applications for tuition reimbursement to determine eligibility; and administer the tuition reimbursement budget, maintaining reimbursement to maximize cost/benefit ratio.
Collaborates with the functional areas of Human Resources to develop and enhance programs for onboarding, performance management, diversity training, and compliance training
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with major work in business or public administration, adult education, or related field; Possesses comprehensive knowledge of HR practices and procedures including employment laws. Masters in organization and Training development preferred but not required; three (3) to six (6) years related experience and/or training in the Development and implementation of an organization-wide training program; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of learning models, training and development, program Development and delivery, employee relations, and research and analysis in relation to Human Resources. thorough knowledge of the accepted principles and practices of human resources administration. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of staff and the public. Ability to work independently, compile data and to make accurate and complete reports. Ability to develop strong relationships at all levels of the organization with a high level of business acumen; Effective public speaking and presentation skills. Ability to adapt training methods to diverse audiences. Ability to facilitate group/team training and discussions.
Physical Requirements
This work is sedentary and requires little to no exertion of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires standing and occasionally requires walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
Special Requirements
Professional Certification issued by IPMA-CP, SHRM-CP, PHR, or CPLP preferred but not required.
The City of Salem offers an enriched benefits program for all full time employees.
- This includes two health plan options, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 100% paid dental insurance for the employee and options for all family members including a well funded health savings account, life insurance, disability, EAP and enrollment in the Virginia retirement plan.
- Service with city qualifies for Public Loan Forgiveness to help pay off that student debt!
- Free Health Clinic for all employees and covered dependents!
- Paid time off and extended illness leave.
