TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (BUREAU OF HUMAN RESOURCES)

Training And Development Specialist (Bureau Of Human Resources)Establish professional development and compliance curricula. Coordinate and deliver comprehensive training programs for County employees. Conduct new employee orientation and managerial, supervisory, and employment interview training to improve job skills and develop career growth of County employees. Collaborate and strategize with department heads or their designees to plan and forecast departmental training needs. Assist with the coordination of workshops, seminars, and programs to educate employees regarding County policies, regulations, and processes. Deliver a variety of training programs at multiple locations throughout the County. Assist with management and implementation of the performance management programs. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and Two (2) years of employee education, training, professional development, or directly related experience or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required. Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents. Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of adult learning theories, including the Kirkpatrick model. Skill in computer and multimedia tools, including the Microsoft Office Suite, multimedia videos, and LMS or CMS software. Skill in written and verbal communication, including group public speaking and interpersonal and team communications. Ability to create curricula and use multiple instructional strategies to teach to various learning styles. Ability to travel a moderate to extensive amount for work assignments throughout the County. Ability to provide moderate-level insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area. Ability to operate as a team player and communicate specialized knowledge to team members, managers, and external stakeholders. Knowledge of moderately complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus. Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, and Vision Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan Deferred Compensation Program Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time Voluntary Benefits You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Salary: $87,939 - $97,116 yearly Veteran's Preference When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must: Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Identify themselves as a veteran on their employment application by answering yes to the question "Are you a military veteran?" Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) at time of application filing. If you have multiple DD 214s, 215s, or NGB 22s, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 911) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 911). The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov. Veteran must provide original applicable discharge papers at time of interview. This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. EEO Statement Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances. NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules. For inquiries about this position, please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov. *Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Social Media Disclaimer The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County's hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.