Training Specialist
What you'd do
As a Training Specialist, you will be responsible for the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of comprehensive training and adult education programs supporting Animal Care personnel and external stakeholders, including licensees, registrants, applicants, and the public.
Major duties
The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Collaborates with subject matter experts, Agency personnel, other Federal agencies, and program personnel to develop and enhance training programs. Designs and implements innovative training approaches and solutions, including simulation, scenario-based learning, and multimedia tools, to improve learning outcomes. Develops, tests, and promotes experimental or innovative training activities or approaches in areas where traditional approaches are not possible or have proven ineffective. Develops curricula, lesson plans, instructor guides, e-learning modules, and blended learning solutions using a variety of delivery methods (instructor-led (classroom), virtual, and hybrid training). Conducts need assessments and gap analyses to identify training requirements aligned with regulatory responsibilities and organizational priorities. Prepares and presents program reports, metrics, and analyses to leadership on training outcomes, trends, and the effectiveness of AC’s training program to achieve program mission requirements.
What you need to qualify
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-11 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-9 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Designing and developing training courses, curricula, or instructional materials for adult learners. Conducting training needs assessments or gap analyses and recommending training solutions. Evaluating training effectiveness using participant feedback, performance data, or program metrics. Translating technical, scientific, policy, or regulatory information into clear training content. OR PhD in education or subject area related OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: You are qualifying for the position based on education. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-11 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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