Training Specialist III- Program Administrator

Training Specialist III - Program Administrator

Job Description (2600023)

Are you passionate about helping others grow and thrive? Do you have a knack for turning complex ideas into engaging learning experiences? Join our team as a Training Specialist and become a driving force behind workforce excellence. Apply now and help us shape the future—one training at a time.

Minimum Salary: 54,278.00

Maximum Salary: 87,046.00

Anticipated Starting Salary: 70,800

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Yes, 25% of the time

Day Job Shift Details: 40 flexible hours per week

Location Flexibility:
Onsite

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work‑life balance.

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• Instructs, plans, develops, coordinates, delivers, and evaluates department training classes or programs.
• Assists in the identification of courses to be converted to a VTC format, online course format or blended learning format.
• Conducts curriculum revisions and reviews.
• Designs and develops methods, including surveys, for assessing and evaluating training effectiveness and sets up evaluation measures.
• Establishes course schedules and district or division training slots based on annual needs.
• Follows approved lesson plans by either instructor‑led training (ILT) or by means of video.
• Maintains liaison with Department training coordinators, sponsoring steering, or oversight.
• Monitors and oversees instructional program area and associated budgets.
• Organizes and directs training teams and resources to complete staff development and instructional projects.
• Participates in writing or rewriting courses to be delivered in VTC, online or blended learning training delivery formats.
• Performs trend analysis and/or prepares special research projects and statistical reports.
• Plans, designs, develops, coordinates, administers and instructs Department training programs in management, staff development, automation, technical/engineering or other topics which may include use of basic instructional technologies.
• Provides consultation to districts and divisions on training matters regarding evaluation, alternative training strategies, including related costs and e‑learning delivery methodologies.
• Represents the districts or divisions of the Department at meetings related to training or staff development.
• Researches and reviews commercial materials for inclusion in the Department's training curricula.
• Travels/drives to administer/perform training functions.
• Performs other job‑related responsibilities as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Communications, Business or related disciplines. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year‑per‑year basis.

Experience: 4 years training, adult education or staff development activities. Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part‑time equivalent. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year‑per‑year basis.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

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