Staff Development Specialist II
About The Position
The North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for a Staff Development Specialist II (Working Title: Staff Development Specialist) position within our Purchase & Contract division. This division serves as the central purchasing authority for state government and certain other entities, performs work on a statewide basis, and provides a variety of large scale purchasing services, goods, and equipment. This position is responsible for designing and facilitating a comprehensive procurement training program for employees internal to Purchase & Contract as well as employees within other state agencies. This position is also responsible for developing curriculum and facilitating the contract management training and certification program for the State of North Carolina.
Requirements
- Experience creating and conducting web-based, blended and traditional learning for adult learners
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging online learning modules that accurately explain procurement content and electronic purchasing systems
- Knowledge and ability to apply adult learning theory, principles and practices
- Considerable knowledge and ability to apply evaluation techniques for both in-person and online learning activities
- Demonstrated ability to formulate ideas and communicate them effectively in oral and written form and lead curriculum and course development
- Excellent presentation, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills to manage multiple strict deadlines and able to work collaboratively with others in group settings
- Ability to effectively communicate a wide range of procurement topics to diverse audiences in a classroom setting as well as other group trainings
- Advanced proficiency using e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline Captivate, Articulate 360) and learning management system software (Cornerstone, Moodle, Blackboard)
- Advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office software to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of training development experience in a progressive training or teaching role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Master's or doctorate degree in instructional design, instructional technology, curriculum and development or other related field of study
- At least three (3) years of experience in developing online modules/web-based training and converting traditional in-person learning to synchronous and asynchronous e-learning
Responsibilities
- Designing and developing asynchronous and synchronous online learning using a variety of e-learning development software and developing interactive and engaging virtual and face-to-face training based on adult learning theory
- Collaborating with subject matter experts
- Researching content
- Managing course logistics
- Analyzing course evaluation data
- Facilitating/managing courses using the statewide learning management system
- Developing curriculum and facilitating the contract management training and certification program for the State of North Carolina.
Benefits
- 12 annual paid holidays
- Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
- NC State Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
