Staff Services II - Training Coordinator

Harris County • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Training Coordinator provides clerical and technical support to the Training and Quality Assurance team. Functions are mostly related to ensuring that the necessary space, materials, notifications, and documentation for departmental training is secured and/or produced. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [email protected]

Requirements

• All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 80%.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution w ith either: Two (2) years of paid experience in an office clerical role. OR Two (2) years of paid experience in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons. Years of experience from both areas may be combined to equal the two years.
• Thirty (30) hours of college credits from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Comprehension of Microsoft Office software and technical skills to set up and trouble shoot training equipment.
• Knowledge of Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) standards related to the maintenance of employee training records.
• Ability to enter data and extrapolate information in the TJJD Integrated Certification Information System (ICIS) database.
• Exercise discretion and judgment when communicating information known to the training unit.
• Maintain awareness of training unit resource needs and communicate needs to the training unit management.
• Ability to complete multiple assessments within given time deadlines.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Also requires the ability to demonstrate proficient use of the personal computer and must pass the clerical exam with a score of at least 80%.
• Upon receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must undergo a criminal background check and drug screening.
• All applicants must provide evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
• Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license and maintain liability insurance coverage at least equal to the minimum amounts required by law.
• Certified copies of educational transcripts and/or college credits will be required during the hiring process.
• This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) standards related to the maintenance of employee training records.
• Ability to enter data and extrapolate information in the TJJD Integrated Certification Information System (ICIS) database.

Responsibilities

• Maintains updated data in numerous databases related to required training classes for all Department staff.
• Produces and disseminates handouts, manuals, and other necessary paperwork for departmental training events.
• Sets up and breaks down training rooms, including moving furniture and equipment, locking or unlocking doors, placing signage.
• Produces and sends email announcements, reminders, and memos to staff regarding departmental trainings.
• Assist participants with any questions or concerns related to training, including clarifying expectations, providing directions to training locations, and addressing logistical issues that may arise during the training.
• Schedules training sessions and booking venues.
• Files training records in physical and electronic files.
• Maintains inventory of unit supplies and equipment.
• Provides information regarding training attendance to appropriate persons.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED