Training & Development Specialist

State of Montana • Helena, MT

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division. The Training and Development Specialist supports the Training & Development Supervisor and Child and Family Services Division in keeping children safe and families strong by promoting training and development for staff. Key responsibilities include: 1) Collaborates with management to improve employee performance and enhance child welfare service delivery; 2) Presents training or facilitates training by other training professionals; and 3) Serves as a subject matter expert on trauma-informed best practices in child welfare. Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in training, education, social work or related human service field
• Two years of training and development experience including professional work experience in child and family service programs, protective services or social work
• Knowledge of child and family service programs and the child protection system
• Knowledge of training principles and practices
• Knowledge of adult learning and e-learning
• Knowledge of organizational assessment methodologies
• Skill in researching and developing training curriculum and e-learning models
• Skill in planning, organizing, facilitating or presenting training
• Ability to make decisions that are aligned with the goals of the division
• Ability to evaluate performance and make recommendations
• Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended.

Nice To Haves

• One year of adult learning and e-learning experience preferred
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with management to improve employee performance and enhance child welfare service delivery
• Presents training or facilitates training by other training professionals
• Serves as a subject matter expert on trauma-informed best practices in child welfare

Benefits

• healthcare coverage
• retirement plans
• paid vacation
• sick leave
• holidays
• work/life balance
• eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level