Job Opportunities

 Sound Transit is looking for a Senior Trainer to expand training and workforce development programs. This position's incumbent will be a key player in bringing continuous process improvement thinking to departments that struggle to put together training programs on their internal systems. This is a dream job for a training and development professional looking to put systems thinking, action research, coaching, polarity and change management skills to use every day as they work to evolve internal processes. Will become a super user of our new learning management system (Green Light by Silk Road). Will assist departments with instructional design and use of Green Light. Will work as a coach, consultant and team off site facilitator in response to employee engagement survey feedback to help evolve teams and team leader development. Will further develop onboarding programs, and more…!

The Talent & Organization Development Manager is a LIOS grad and current Bowen Family Systems Post-grad student. If you are interested in applying, please visit soundtransit.org and search for job openings.

This is a short-term contract beginning the week of July 17, 2013. My company is working with a leader in the Retail Convenience Store sector to provide operations/technical training to Store Operators and Associates. The training is relatively simple and consists of instruction on operational processes, cleaning and maintenance procedures as well as customer service aspects. This is ideal for experienced Trainers, individuals who are new to training or someone who may be in-between jobs.

Here are the deliverable details:

• Contract Trainers/Facilitators will receive paid training during the train-the-trainer session. (approximately two days)
• This is a short-term commitment with flexible schedules over a period of a few weeks. Schedule availability will vary depending on the amount of Contract Trainers/Facilitators who apply.
• Contract Trainers/Facilitators will be delivering the program to Store Operators/Associates during the day shift at the store.
• Contract day flat rate is $400.00
• As we are recruiting local trainers, travel expenses including lodging, tips, tolls or mileage will not be eligible for reimbursement.

All interested trainers: please email me with your resume, references, contact information and availability for a telephone interview.

Kind Regards,

Rhonda

Rhonda Bothwell, CPLP

Director, Learning and Performance

Simple Leadership Strategies

P-817.454.7528

visit our site @ www.simpleleadershipstrategies.com

FareStart has an immediate opening for an energetic and experienced Manager for our culinary training program. This position is responsible for the direct management and support of training team and consistency and quality of both classroom and on-the-job kitchen training with the goal of full job-readiness for our students.

This position also works closely with all operational departments to insure that consistent training and support of students aligns with and supports the production needs of all businesses. FareStart offers a dynamic and respectful environment, where you will directly affect the success of our mission and our students.

You have:
 At least three years’ experience in a Management position

    Track record balancing diverse needs and priorities of various departments

     Proven experience growing and developing staff

  Minimum of two years Back of House food service experience

  Training and/or teaching experience

  A passion for excellence through teamwork, positive change and communication

  Demonstrated cooking knowledge and skills

  Demonstrated coaching style reflecting compassion, wisdom and integrity

  Bachelor’s Degree and/or formal culinary training (preferred)

  Experience with disadvantaged men, women and/or youth (preferred)

We are:

  A successful organization that trains homeless and disadvantaged individuals for

jobs in the culinary industry, empowering them to transform their lives.

  A progressive and healthy non-profit social enterprise with an annual budget over $8m, and celebrating its 21st year of operation. More information can be found at:

www.farestart.org

Compensation Package:

  Base pay typically $48,000 - $58,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)

  Featured benefits include generous paid time off, health insurance, annual bus pass and short/long term disability

To apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@farestart.org.

To build a diverse workforce, FareStart encourages applications from minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. EOE

 
DEPARTMENT: POSITION: REPORTS TO:

Student Services
Manager, Training Program Vice President, Programs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for leadership, management and development of assigned training staff, working with our trainers to ensure students meet competency goals, training program development and delivery, thorough and timely coaching and accurate recordkeeping.

MANAGEMENT (60%)

  Hires, supervises and develops training staff

  Manages training/class schedules to ensure classroom and on-the-job training

effectiveness and consistency for our students

  Schedules training staff to ensure balanced and consistent coverage

  Leads coordination with Business Operations (Retail and Contract) and

Employment Specialists to ensure consistent student learning experiences and

provide feedback

  Oversees and assesses performance of trainers

CURRICULUM (20%)

  Leads training team to ensure a respectful and professional environment in which

designed curriculum is effectively delivered

  Ensures consistency of classroom curriculum delivery

  Develops training plans and identifies needs and goals for new curriculum

  Maintains curriculum, provides quarterly updates and ensures training resources,

including materials, are available

ON-THE-JOB (15%)

  Spends time on the floor and in the classroom to assess, coach and develop

trainers

  Spends time with students to assess the overall training environment

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED (5%)

 

Manager of e-Learning and Technology Training

Summary:   Supports Savers vision by determining training needs of Savers team members and develops and delivers e-learning and technology training to increase productivity and performance throughout the company.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •·         Working knowledge of adult learning theory, experiential learning methodology, and instructor-led training. •·         Excellent knowledge of design principles and development techniques for e-learning, including a/v scripting and production. •·         Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook •·         Working knowledge of e-learning authoring tools (preferably Lectora) and learning management system functionality. •·         Demonstrated skills in training and facilitation before large and small groups. •·         Demonstrated skills in conducting virtual training using Webex, Go-to Meeting, video conferencing, or other remote methods. •·         Demonstrated skill in performance consulting, facilitation of teamwork and problem solving. •·         Ability to provide leadership and mentoring for other training development professionals. •·         Demonstrated organization skills. •·         Demonstrated customer service skills. •·         Ability to interact with all levels of the organization. •·         Excellent oral and written communication skills. •·         Ability to work independently or as a member of a team. •·         Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and multi-task with minimal supervision. •·         Ability to work within Savers culture.	Essential Job Functions: •·         Conducts training needs assessments. •·         Designs and develops e-learning programs for delivery via web-based channels, incorporating all media and learning methods: audio, video, animation, simulations, interactivity, online practice, and testing.  •·         Oversees other training development professionals and helps them development their capabilities. •·         Works closely with various parts of the organization, including other training professionals, to convert current training material to an e-learning format. •·         Develops and deliver training on company technology, such as PC-POS systems, expense reporting systems, and HR systems. •·         Presents training programs before large and small groups, including train-the-trainer programs. •·         Develops training for delivery to all parts of the organization – field, SSC, and distribution centers. •·         Assists in developing instructor-led training when needed. •·         Assists in scheduling, coordination, communication, delivery and follow-up when preparing for and executing  training events. •·         Reports – in writing and orally - on training plans, anticipated costs, anticipated outcomes, and post-training results.
Minimum Required Education, Training and Experience: •·         Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organization Development, Communication, Computer Technology, Technology-based Learning; or a combination of education and experience that yields the required knowledge, skills & abilities •·         3-5 years experience designing and delivering e-learning and technology training programs. •·         3-5 years managing instructional design and development professionals.	Contact Information: Carol Emery Corporate Recruiter Savers/Value Village Cemery@savers.com www.savers.com 425-456-1716 EOE

Apply with the following link.

Subject: Instructional Designer – Support for tablet

Body:

Exciting opportunity to influence the development of support training for the new Surface tablet :“a feat of engineering and a work of art.”

This is a high performing and very talented team of learning professionals who develop support training for a wide range of hardware products. Several recent product launches have stretched the team and created this opportunity for an “out of the box” designer to contribute to the development of training for phone, chat and email support agents for the Surface tablet.

Instructional designers on this team are highly creative and independent in driving their own design focus, while also participating in collaborative discussions focused on support training initiatives and goals on a wide range of topics. The team’s curriculum is evolving and requires designers who can adapt to the demands and changes that come each week. It’s fast paced and the quality bar is high, but learning professionals love this team.

Skills and Talents Required for Success:

• Related professional experience in instructional application design and development
• Highly creative with the ability to apply your ideas to your design and content
• Solid understanding of adult learning principles and training management
• Experience in project management for training design and development
• Experience developing instructional content that can be delivered via instructor led training, online, or other identified means applicable to the training needs (i.e. social learning)
• Use of Articulate Storyline to develop and deploy technology based learning solutions
• Proficient with MS Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel). Experience with Adobe Captivate and TechSmith Camtasia is a plus.

Work will be onsite in Issaquah and needs to be completed during normal business hours between 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This is a contract position through June that could likely extend to the end of the year.

To apply, please send your resume to ebennett@aquent.com.

About Us:

Aquent Studios provides custom-tailored consulting and outsourcing solutions. Our team of consultants, project managers, and creative professionals brings decades of experience to help our clients expand their capacity in marketing communications, content development, and creative media. Aquent Studios is a division of Aquent, which is the world’s largest marketing staffing firm. Aquent is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. www.aquentstudios.com

Project Optimize, a collaboration between PATH and the World Health organization, is seeking a video developer with instructional design experience (ideally in information system/software orientation videos) to create up to eight videos of country immunization information systems/software.

 

The timeline for the video project is May to August 2013. The deadline to respond is April 14. For further details, visit: http://tinyurl.com/bojed8u

 

Job Title:	Senior Instructional Designer (Sr T&E Coord)
Job Number:	2013-00178
Salary:	$31.16 - $36.30 Hourly
Location:	Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, Washington
Job Type:	Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Shift:	Day
Department:	Personnel Department
Bargaining Unit:	Not represented
Closing Date/Time:	Tue. 03/26/13 4:00 PM Pacific Time http://www.seattle.gov/personnel/employment/default.asp

The City of Seattle Personnel Department is seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Instructional Designer. The Personnel Department serves all employees and departments across the City and is currently creating and implementing a City-wide leadership development and performance management training program. The instructional design position will be responsible for conducting needs assessments, program design and content development to support the program.

Job Responsibilities:

Serve as the subject matter expert to utilize current trends and methodologies in instructional design and adult learning theory to conduct needs assessments and design content for classroom training, computer-based training, and self-paced learning. Consult with stakeholders and internal clients to determine needs, gather data, analyze audiences, design data collection instruments, create learning experiences and select delivery methods that meet the determined objectives and goals. Create all collateral materials to support classroom training such as, but not limited to facilitator guides, participant workbooks, handouts, presentations, videos, activities, and posters/fliers. Lead cross-functional teams of stakeholders and departmental representatives and act as credible and respected subject matter expert. Work with computer-based training programs such as Adobe Flash and Captivate or HTML programming to design and deliver web-based training. Write storyboards, design the materials and content, and program the software. Design surveys, metrics, reports and measures to track program performance. Generate meaningful reports and analysis for the Mayor’s Office and Cabinet, City Council and the Personnel Director. Develop program branding, logos and marketing materials.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design or related field, or equivalent combination of applicable education and experience. Experience: Three years professional experience in adult training/education administration, training project management, and/or educational consulting. Experience with web design and/or video design/development preferred. Education/Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability. Certification: Certifications in instructional design or training software preferred. Job offers are contingent on review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.

Additional Information:

In addition to completing the online application fully, please attach the following: A one page cover letter detailing how your background, education, training, and experience prepare you to execute the duties of this position A resume Two samples of instructional materials you created

 

 

Open Until Filled

First review of resumes – February 5, 2013

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

CONTRACT ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

The Position:

Please note:  This is a contract position expected to last for approximately nine months and will include benefits.  This is a high-level Organizational Development (OD) consultant position that will support Pierce Transit through a reduction and renewal process.

Essential Functions:

Under limited direction, this position will support the Agency through a reduction and renewal process.  The Agency is preparing to implement a service reduction and an approximate 19% reduction in force.  This position will conduct needs assessments, develop curriculum and deliver training in support of that process.  The successful candidate will be working to help with the following areas: 

•·         Leadership development - Assist with 1:1 coaching, classroom training (generally a short clinic-style approach) and multi-day work sessions.

•·         Large-scale change/enterprise-level interventions – Assist in guiding the Agency through the reduction process, which includes providing expertise on change management, organizational strategy and organizational restructure.

•·         Employee engagement and morale – Assist in assessing current needs related to employee engagement and providing leadership on appropriate employee engagement activities, including, but not limited to, employee recognition.

•·         Performance management – Help to guide the Agency through the completion of a project to develop and initially implement a performance management system, while being sensitive to the fact the Agency is in the midst of a reduction process. 

•·         Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary: $29.00 per hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor’s Degree.  or a related field and at least five years of internal or external experience as an OD consultant.  The most competitive candidates will have a solid track record in leadership development.  Additional training or education in the OD sphere, including but not limited to:  Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Training and Development.  Special Requirements: A valid State of Washington driver’s license may be required.

Knowledge & Abilities:

Knowledge of: Organizational development theory and practice, and organizational learning methodologies; leadership development and change management; understanding, interpreting and applying contracts, laws and regulations. Skill in: solid assessment and contracting skills; strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills; high levels of business acumen and complex decision-making ability; quickly establishing credibility and building relationships; structuring and prioritizing work; compiling and analyzing complex data; developing and presenting training programs and workshops; preparing complex narrative and statistical reports; dealing tactfully and effectively with Agency officials, employees, applicants and the public; advising employees regarding work-related issues and resources using sound judgment, tact, patience, and courtesy; communicating effectively both orally and in writing; promoting programs to encourage employee participation; and, operating a computer using word processing, spreadsheet and database software.  Advanced or expert level proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint desired.

How to Apply:

To receive consideration, submit a resume and cover letter to kortega@piercetransit.org clearly showing how you meet the minimum qualifications listed above.  Resumes will be reviewed as they are received. 

Selection Procedure:

Applicants who, in the judgment of Human Resources, most closely match the requirements of the position may be invited to an interview. Selection of applicants for consideration will be determined by the information supplied on the application documents. It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply sufficient information and detail to permit the Agency to properly determine the applicant's qualifications, skills and abilities as they relate to the position. 

For further information, please contact Human Resources Generalist Katie Ortega at (253) 581-8125.                             Opened:  1/22/13

The successful candidate can be based in Alaska, California, Washington, Oregon or Montana.

The role is responsible for assessing learning needs, planning, developing and implementing development programs in order to improve the capability of leaders, physicians, and staff throughout Providence Health & Services.

In this position you will:
• Have accountability for assuring Providence leaders are prepared to provide excellent leadership now and in the future.
• Develop programs to include Physician Leadership Development program, Clinical Leadership • Development program, High Potential Development program, Executive Development and Coaching, Ministry and Regional Leadership programs, and New Leader Orientation and Assimilation.
• Oversee learning management system and on-line learning and blended learning programs. Ensure future leaders have the necessary skills and development needed for future organizational success.
• Lead team of learning and development professionals.

Required qualifications for this position include:
• Master’s degree required with a concentration in Education, Adult Learning, Organizational Development, Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Business, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years experience as a Human Resources, Leadership Development, or Organizational Development practitioner.

In 2012, Providence affiliated with Swedish Health Services, expanding both organizations’ ability to carry out their individual missions. With this affiliation, the combined scope of services includes 32 hospitals, 350 physician clinics, senior services, supportive housing and many other health and educational services. The health system employs more than 64,000 people across five states – Alaska, California, Montana, Oregon and Washington – with its system office located in Renton, Washington.

Answer the call.  Providenceiscalling.jobs
When applying online, please reference job number 12594.
 

Apply online:
http://bit.ly/Providence12594ASTDPuget

For more information contact:
Fiona Gladden, Executive Recruiter
fiona.gladden@providence.org
Tel: 503-893-7462

Providence Health & Services is an equal opportunity employer who provides competitive benefits, a drug-free workplace and supports work/life balance.