Technical Training Specialist 4/5

Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos LLC•Los Alamos, NM

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Training Department is comprised of 3 training components that support the Engineering & Nuclear Safety Programs at N3B: Site Training, Environmental Remediation and Contact Handled-Transuranic Waste (CH-TRU). The primary mission of N3B is to protect the environment and remove legacy waste off the Los Alamos site. The Training Specialist 5 is responsible for the design and delivery of programs to train all levels of N3B workforce (approximately 650 employees). The Training Specialist employs the ADDIE process and the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) to identify training needs, assess existing training programs, analyze gaps, and produce various learning products. The position works with internal customers, stakeholders and regulators, ensuring that all training programs meet customer needs, regulatory drivers, and contractual requirements. This position reports to the N3B Training Manager.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of DOE Order 426.2; and other guidance for training and qualifications records especially those impacting nuclear facilities and activities
Extensive knowledge of ADDIE, SAT, and other instructional design methodologies
Extensive knowledge of eLearning standards, instructor-led training, and other training delivery methods.
Excellent communication skills to effectively convey thoughts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences
Extensive knowledge and experience leading technical teams as well as working as part of a large team
Demonstrated high proficiency in training program development and delivery, preferably at DOE nuclear facilities
Effective interpersonal skills with ability to work/interact effectively and amicably with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures and with diverse personal attributes
Ability to train and mentor junior staff to higher levels of performance
Prior experience with Articulate or other eLearning software
Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the jo
Must be able to acquire and maintain certification through the DOE National Training Center, Basic Instructor Training.
Ability to obtain a Q level Department of Energy security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives. (Level 4)
Serves as prime consultant and external spokesperson for the organization on highly significant matters relating to policies, programs, capabilities, and long-range goals and objectives. (Level 5)
Effects of decisions are long-lasting and heavily influence the future course of the organization. Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results would result in the expenditure of large amounts of company resources. (Level 4)
Decisions affect the financial, employee, or public relations posture of the organization. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in failure to achieve goals critical to the major objectives of the organization. (Level 5)

Responsibilities

Analyze, design and develop programs to train and educate all levels of professionals of varying expertise in a range of jobs.
Lead Job Task Analyses to evaluate positions, identify tasks, and build profiles for employee roles
Facilitate large groups to create and build Qualification Standards for highly technical positions
Develop tests, instructor guides, student guides, and visual aids to enhance the end-user learning experience
Create and employ evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of training
Produce formal policies, procedures, processes, tools, formats, and templates that are clear and that comply with company standards
Must have a general knowledge and understanding of the DOE and its management of National Laboratories or other federal contractors
Adhere to policies and programs concerning the N3B’s training program
Must have ability to learn, assimilate and train others on a variety of subjects such as safety, security, Quality Assurance and/or nuclear operations
Mentor other training specialists and support staff
Maintain and increase knowledge of training and development research: learning theory, motivation theory, and other knowledge within the field of training and development.
May evaluate and oversee contractors or vendors to develop and administer training programs