Training Specialist I at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Military - Agency 31



Location:

Lincoln Job Posting



Hiring Rate:




Classification Salary Range:

$21.10 - $31.11



Job Posting:

JR2024-00006076 Training Specialist I (Open Date: 05/03/2024)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
05-17-2024



Job Description:

Location: Nebraska Emergency Management Agency, Joint Force
Headquarters, 2433 NW 24th Steet, Lincoln NE


Job Duties:


*Utilizes best practices to provide adult learning opportunities for a wide variety of subject areas which customarily require certification as an instructor or whose classes relate to significant potential liability or adverse consequences for the agency. Serves as professional resource for employees and managers regarding classes/programs taught. May train other agency employees to present courses similar to those presented.
*Researches, develops, and schedules new adult learning courses to meet identified agency objectives. Plans and delivers interactive and engaging coursework materials and training in a classroom, web-based or e-learning environment.
*Modifies existing course curriculums based on changes in legislation, federal regulations, agency regulations, court decisions, practice changes, regulatory/accreditation standards, or program assessment.
*Conducts formal training assessments to determine effectiveness of presented learning opportunities and to identify agency program or operational needs to be addressed by developing new learning programs.
*Assesses and tracks individual student participation, behavior, learning achievement and competency demonstration to determine the need for mentoring, adjustment to learning format, remedial training, discipline, or recommendation that student be removed from class or training academy.
*Coordinates with ad hoc and/or contract trainers/instructors for the delivery of courses and monitoring of performance.



Starting Hourly Pay Rate is $21.101.




Requirements / Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Two years' of experience and/or training in planning and presenting information and/or education to others through formal training, workshops, seminars, or other instructional venues including experience developing training programs or curriculum. Associates degree in education, human resources, organization communication, training and development or related field may be substituted for experience.



Other:Incumbent will be assigned as an Agency Watch Officer on a rotational basis and must be available for emergencies on a 24-hour basis for a 7 day period. Additionally, incumbents must be available around the clock in the event of an emergency or natural disasters. Must be able to report to NEMA office within a timely manner and be available to travel away from home for up to two weeks at a time. Normal overnight travel up to 10-15% of work schedule including being available to provide training weeknights, weekends and holidays as necessary.


Background check will be required. Must have a valid driver's license.


o Stable employment and hours with regular salary increases
o Thirteen paid holidays per year
o Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement, agency free parking and flexible work schedules, military leave
o 79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
o Dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and more
o Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year starting at 12 days each.
o 156% state-matched retirement for state plans
o Stipend for eligible military retirees on TRICARE
o A safe and secure environment with great teammates






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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