Staff Development and Training Coordinator

Description

SUMMARY: The Staff Development and Training Coordinator is responsible for improving the productivity of AVCP’s employees and the effective development, coordination and presentation of training and development programs for all employees. Assess organizational wide developmental needs to drive training initiatives. Identify and arrange suitable training solutions for employees. Actively research, creatively design and implement effective methods to educate, enhance performance and recognize performance.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: including the following. Other duties as assigned.

· Coordinates training, development, and education programs for AVCP to prepare employees for improved performance, personal growth and advancement. This includes assisting staff in developing their individual training plans, preparing and presenting training workshops, coordinating with outside consultants and maintaining a training resource library.

· Monitors and coordinates staff pursuits in advanced training, goal setting, and the process of obtaining financing for formal education.

· Researches and develops the training programs and lesson plans for the variety of training opportunities offered. 

· Develops and maintains a training record for each staff.

· Ensure all staff receive required training, i.e. New Employee Orientation, Yearly Mandatory trainings, Supervisory Trainings.

· Contributes, develops and participates in Supervisor Training. 

· Research of an ON-LINE training system for local and remote locations. 

· Provides routine reports in a timely manner upon request of the HR Director.

· Develops and/or maintains the Corporate Staff Development policy.

· Assists the HR Director with all staff development issues.

· Complies with and participates in established policies and procedures, corporate and department objectives, quality improvement program, and safety standards.

• Ability to work well with various partners. 

· Maintains a thorough working knowledge of PL 101-630 and AVCP’s Background and Character Investigation Standard Operating Policy and Procedure, including but not limited to the purpose, minimum eligibility standards, affected positions, recruitment and screening strategies, background and character investigation requirements and adjudication processes.

· Assists new and existing employees required to submit a Compliance Application Form. Answer any questions posed by the employees and address any concerns. Ensures all Compliance Applications are complete and submitted in a timely manner. Provides guidance to employees regarding the adjudication process in accordance with policy.

• Obtains fingerprints and processes fingerprints cards through Native American BG Checks for Head Start and other child contact positions that fall under PL 101-630.

• Maintains employee background and character investigation files. Ensure that files are always secure and that absolute confidentiality is in place.

· Maintains strict confidentiality of information. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

 Accomodation

The position requires the ability to carry out the noted essential job duties as outlined above. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Staff Development Coordinator.

KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED required. 

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in education or business administration or a combination of education and two (2) years prior training, teaching, or related Human Resources experience.

Two (2) years prior training, teaching or related Human Resources experience is required. 

Proven ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with all levels of management. 

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication. 

Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment is required. 

Proven ability to lead by example and foster mentoring relationships. 

Must have strong written and verbal skills.

High level administrative skills are required. 

Strong interpersonal skills are required.

Light travel is required.

Familiarity with Yup’ik lifestyles is preferred.

Fluency in Yup’ik is preferred. 

Proficiency in office and computer equipment and software is required to include Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, Outlook.

$62,328-$93,761