Training Manager

Parsons Corporation•USA VA (Virtual Office), VA

2d•$103,500 - $181,100

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a Training Manager for its Federal Solutions team. The Training Manager ensures the project training curriculum is developed and training events are conducted on time and in accordance with the project schedule. The role works with the Government Action Officer and Senior Instructor to plan training events, ensures the Senior Instructor has the team and resources needed to prepare curriculum and execute events, and develops and implements the program’s continuous improvement process. Familiarity with security training projects and experience with CWMD training are expected. The position involves planning and supporting training events, including events conducted outside the continental United States (OCONUS), coordinating instructors and curriculum development, assessing training needs and gaps, and overseeing quality and continuous improvement. It also monitors project activity, milestones, cost, and schedule, and collaborates with project managers, logistics managers, and subject-matter experts on budgets, schedules, and plans. Travel to the Parsons office in Lorton, Virginia, and internationally may be required for assessments and training support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical or educational field, or equivalent, including military experience.
10 or more years of related work experience.
At least 5 years of experience managing or conducting training events in an international environment.
Broad general training and business background.
Previous CWMD training experience on similar or related projects.
Proven work experience as a Training Manager.
Track record of designing and executing successful training programs.
Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, including mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or classroom training, e-learning, workshops, and simulations.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to plan, multitask, and manage time effectively.
Strong writing and record-keeping ability for reports and training manuals.
Good computer and database skills.
Willingness and ability to travel to the Parsons office in Lorton, Virginia, and internationally as required for assessments and training events.

Responsibilities

Support the selection of the Senior Instructor.
Work with the Senior Instructor and Government Action Officer to plan training events.
Ensure the Senior Instructor follows all steps to develop curriculum and prepare to conduct OCONUS training events.
Assign instructors and personnel to develop and translate curriculum, and provide support and quality reviews for training-event curriculum development.
Participate in training-event planning meetings and lead development of the Training Event Plan (TEP).
Conduct training needs and gap assessments.
Work with the Task Order Project Manager, Logistics Manager, and training subject-matter experts to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for project elements.
Ensure the project meets or exceeds goals established in its plans.
Review training curriculum and materials for quality control.
Review Training Event Reports (TERs) for quality control and ensure lessons learned are captured and applied to future events to improve the program.
Promote technical and commercial excellence through the application of Quality Assurance processes.
Monitor and report to management on program activity, significant milestones, and conditions that may affect project cost or schedule.
Participate in weekly meetings to review project status and formulate action items.
Perform other associated responsibilities as appropriate.