Transportation Training and Development Associate - Equipment Training Specialist - Upshur County

West Virginia Department of Transportation•Charleston, WV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Training and Development Associate in this position serves the Human Resources Division, but will report to the Training Academy in Upshur County. The selected applicant performs entry level skilled work in the Equipment Training unit of the DOT Training and Development Section, providing administrative and program support. They are administrator of special agency educational programs, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating progress of the programs assigned. They provide specialized technical support to the unit. This position reports to a supervisor or manager in the unit and has responsibility to stay within an assigned budget. Performs related work as required. Travel is required for this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license will be required. Pay Grade: 10

Requirements

Knowledge of general office procedures including typing, filing, and the use of a variety of office equipment.
Knowledge of basic data collection and retention.
Knowledge of group processes, communication techniques, and public speaking.
Knowledge of basic research techniques.
Knowledge of available training and staff development resources.
Ability to use audio-visual equipment and other current technologies applicable to training and staff development.
Ability to collect and compile accurate information.
Ability to arrange efficient work schedules.
Ability to learn the policies and procedures of the unit and the organization.
Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the operation of highway equipment.
No experience required.
A valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Maintains files of information in hard copy or electronic format; runs reports for regular or intermittent review.
Provides information and guidance to agency District Training Specialist regarding employee training records classes, and clarification of training policies and procedures.
Assist with new budget development annually for management approval, works with District Training Specialist to collect data.
Schedules and organizes training classes, workshops, seminars, conferences and meetings, reserves facilities.
Assists with revises unit procedures to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Assisting with or providing computer-aided instruction.
Researches basic statistical work in the compilation of reports involving the activities of the unit.
Maintain multiple data bases and training documentation records.
Composes form letters, proofreads and/or develops correspondence.
Post records, transactions, attendance, etc.
May deliver basic routine training or assist Specialist with training.
May aid unit personnel processing, organizing materials, gathering equipment, and ordering print jobs for training and may assist with participant guides, and other materials as needed.
The work involves assessing problems, questions, or situations and developing solutions within established criteria.