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USAJOBS · 3 days ago

Training Specialist (PACSD AD)

Fort Meade, Maryland, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$102K/yr - $133K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is part of the Defense Media Activity, and they are seeking a Training Specialist (PACSD AD). The incumbent will oversee course development, conduct course validation processes, maintain data trails for courses, and recommend actions for course improvement.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as a training instructor Subject Matter Expert, in support of the Public Affairs and Communication Strategy and Visual Information (VI) career fields

Lead a team of assigned military and civilian instructors, manage team training schedules and mentor other instructors

Demonstrate a practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of instruction in order to teach various adult learning techniques and methodologies

Facilitate a classroom of Military, DoD Civilian, and International Students in Public Affairs, Communication Strategy, and Visual Information

Serves as needed in course design and revision following Training Task Selection Boards (TTSBs) and course In-Progress Reviews (IPRs)

Assists with modification of course content as needed and development of future courses as directed

Qualification

Course developmentAdult learning techniquesTraining program managementInstruction methodsCourse content modificationCommunication strategyTeam leadershipMentoring

Required

Must be a U.S. citizen

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)

Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation

May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Work Schedule: Full Time

Overtime: Occasionally

Tour of Duty: Set Schedule

Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt

Financial Disclosure: Not Required

Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test, and periodic drug screenings thereafter

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Non-Sensitive Security Clearance

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service

Liaison with agency's course development teams

Managing and validating resource and quota requirements

Direct planning, development, and implementation of remediation programs; conducting analysis of training requirements

Performing administrative tasks in a training directorate such as course and training standards development

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled

Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction

Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s)

Supervising or administering a training program

Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results

Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in education, communications or a related career field is preferred, although candidates with significant career experience in education practices, teaching delivery, curriculum development, mentoring and training teachers, and military formal school experience will be considered

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.