Trainer/Education Specialist (R26-53)

RF for SUNY at the University at Albany•Albany, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Foundation for SUNY at the University at Albany is a private, nonprofit, educational corporation that provides essential sponsored program administration and innovation support services to SUNY faculty and students. Working at the SUNY Research Foundation for the University at Albany, you will be part of a team that provides essential services to the University as it moves to the front ranks of American higher education, supporting the advancement of education, research and discovery. The University at Albany, a nationally recognized research university with outstanding faculty, researchers and staff, offers challenging, exciting and rewarding careers to those who seek opportunities to grow and excel. The Professional Development Program (PDP) of the University at Albany's Rockefeller College seeks a service-minded individual who is committed to performing high-quality work to fill a Trainer/Education Specialist position within PDP's Department of Temporary Assistance Training in Albany, NY.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization and one year of experience working in a social services setting or in the delivery of adult training programs.
Excellent writing, speaking, training delivery, group facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience researching subject matter, reviewing program evaluation data, preparing an analysis of data gathered and assembled, and preparing training curricula and materials.
Working knowledge of adult learning principles and training methods.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and effectively manage multiple tasks.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong team and customer orientation.
Experience coordinating activity with colleagues in a positive manner and working effectively independently as well as with teams under supervision.
Experience using Microsoft products, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Edge, and document and presentation templates.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging, relative to their role.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Ability to work variable days and work hours and travel regularly throughout NYS to deliver training and attend meetings, including travel to areas that may not be served by public transportation.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree from a college or university accredited by a USDOE, or an internationally recognized accrediting organization, in Adult Education, Communications, English, Social Science, or related field.
Three years of experience delivering training to adults.
Specific knowledge of, or experience in the delivery of, public welfare programs: especially Temporary Assistance, SNAP, Employment and Advancement Services, HEAP, or Child Support Enforcement; or the administrative/fair hearings process, welfare fraud investigations, or audit/quality improvement initiatives.
Experience using e-learning/webinar technology (i.e., Webex).
Experience working within a state or county social services agency.

Responsibilities

Delivering in-person classroom training throughout NYS.
Delivering virtual classroom/online training using e-learning/webinar technology.
Updating, maintaining, and developing instructional materials (print and digital).
Performing research for and assisting in the design of curriculum, related materials, and visual aids for a variety of performance-based training.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet contract requirements.