Building Code Trainer

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), is currently accepting applications for a Trainer (Building Code) position to serve within the Office of Education and Data Management (OEDM), in Hartford, CT. Trainer positions are responsible for delivering comprehensive training programs for individuals seeking licensure as Building Code Officials, including Building Officials, Assistant Building Officials, Residential Building Inspectors, Construction Inspectors, Electrical Inspectors, Mechanical Inspectors, Plumbing Inspectors, Heating and Cooling Inspectors, and Plan Review Technicians, in accordance with the Office of Education and Data Management's (OEDM) statutory mandate, to develop and administer education and training programs leading to the licensing of Building and other code compliance officials pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes and applicable regulations.

Requirements

Six (6) years of technical experience in training, staff development, or adult education.
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.
A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of training and staff development.
Knowledge of education methods and techniques.
Considerable interpersonal skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to assess training needs and determine objectives.
Ability to develop, organize and conduct training courses.
Ability to utilize computer software.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess specialized certifications for designated positions prior to appointment.
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and delivering technical training programs in a blended learning environment.
Knowledge of the Connecticut State Building Code, including incorporated model codes and referenced standards.
Experience applying the Connecticut State Building Code in a building official, plans examiner, inspector, design professional, or code instructor role.
Experience with commercial and residential construction practices and requirements.
Experience reviewing building construction documents for code compliance.

Responsibilities

Developing and teaching Building Code Pre-Licensure Training Programs (PLTP).
Training potential Building Officials, Assistant Building Officials, Plan Review Techs, Residential Building Inspectors, Electrical Inspectors, Construction Inspectors, Plumbing Inspectors, Mechanical Inspectors, and Heating and Cooling Inspectors in the mechanics and application of the State Building Code.
Assisting with career development continuing education seminars.
Working on updating programs between adopted code cycles.
Developing and reviewing test bank items for credentialing exams.
Teaching in OEDM's Pre-Licensure Training Programs (PLTP) for Building Code Officials, as well as career development continuing education programs.
Utilizing existing expertise with one or more of the current model codes adopted under the Connecticut State Building Code in teaching comprehensive code overviews to classes of people with mixed levels of code experience, notably the International Building Code, International Residential Code, Energy Efficiency Code, National Electrical Code, International Plumbing Code, and others.
Working with OSFM and OSBI to ensure course and program content is up to date and aligns with any statements and code interpretations of those offices.
Serving as an internal subject matter expert to assist with developing new course programs and to assist with test and item review to ensure examinations are relevant, accurate, and up to date.
Assisting with monitoring career development seminars located online as well as live across the state, scheduled in the mornings and evenings, for licensed and certified Fire and Building Code Officials.
Assisting with writing and vetting new test bank items for use in Building Code Official licensing examinations.
Assisting in the review of applications for outside credit to determine if the content is applicable to the roles and responsibilities of a licensed or certified code official.
Developing and serving as an instructor for new and pilot programs, online trainings, and courses required or recommended under various mandates or in partnership with other organizations.
Working with professional organizations to ensure training programs meet the growing and changing needs of the code enforcement community.
Teaching a mix of in-person and online courses, working with both printed and digital training materials.
Loading and unloading heavy boxes of training materials, AV equipment, and supplies.
Setting up and breaking down chairs and tables to prepare live training sites.
Prepares and conducts training courses.
Assists in planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating comprehensive training programs.
Conducts needs assessments.
Develops course objectives, curricula, outlines and contents.
Selects and develops training methods and materials.
Researches learning material and resources.
Monitors and evaluates training courses and participants progress.
Provides technical assistance and consultation.
Maintains records and prepares reports.
Organizes and maintains a library of training materials.
May conduct drills and exercises.
Performs related duties as required.