Trainer

The Department of Administrative Services' Office of Education and Data Management (OEDM), part of Construction Services, is currently accepting applications for Trainer. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and located at 450 Columbus Blvd. in Hartford, CT.

OEDM performs credentialing responsibilities - including training, testing and records maintenance - for building code enforcement and fire officials, as well as provides code-related instruction to individuals in the allied trade and design professions. The office is migrating some of its live training to online modules, so it is critical that the Trainer has experience developing online instruction, as well as knowledge of Connecticut State Building and Fire Codes.

All applicants are required to upload a cover letter with their submission. (Note: In order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser's 'pop-up' blocker is off. Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation and submit your application.)

All applicants must also include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application.

NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, attendance, supervisor references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Questions about these required documents or any other phase of this recruitment should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: Elena Vazquez, elena.vazquez@ct.gov, 860-713-5166.

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in preparing and conducting training programs.

Prepare online training modules and conduct webinars in Connecticut State Building and Fire Codes; review online training offerings from outside vendors and modify to include Connecticut State Building and Fire Codes; conduct needs assessments; develop course objectives, curricula, outlines and contents; develop assessment objectives and test questions; research learning materials and resources; monitor and evaluate training courses and participants' progress; review outside credit applications to determine applicable credit hours; provide technical assistance and consultation; maintain records and prepare reports; organize and maintain a library of e-learning training materials and performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of principles and techniques of training and staff development; knowledge of education methods and techniques; ability to assess training needs and determine objectives; ability to develop, organize and conduct training courses; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to utilize computer software.

Six (6) years of technical experience in training, staff development, or adult education.

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

1. Experience developing online training in the Connecticut building and fire codes;
2. Experience developing training in the Connecticut building and fire codes;
3. Experience developing online training modules in a technical content area;
4. Experience hosting webinars;
5. Experience in MS Office, especially PowerPoint;
6. Subject matter expert in Building and Fire Codes;
7. Familiarity with online development software and use and testing of Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) compliant files;
8. Proven ability to collaborate with subject matter experts;
9. Experience developing assessment questions based on learning objectives and training module content;
10. Verbal and written communication skills.

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess specialized certifications for designated positions prior to appointment.
2 Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
3 Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.