Training & Development Specialist

at  State of Montana

Training & Development Specialist - (25140243)
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov .
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child & 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.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

• 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.
• Ability to make decisions that are aligned with the goals of the division.
• Meet minimum qualifications:
• 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.
• One year of adult learning and e-learning experience preferred.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Please refer the Job description for details