Requisition No: 796883

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: DOE/VR STAFF DEVELOPMENT TRAINING CONSULTANT - 48004812 - INTERNAL TO AGENCY

Position Number: 48004812

Salary: $3,029.81 PER MONTH

Posting Closing Date: 03/09/2023

THIS IS AN INTERNAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Only those applicants who are currently employed by Vocational Rehabilitation will be considered for this position.

DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

LOCATION: FORT MYERS

STAFF DEVELOPMENT TRAINING CONSULTANT

Position Number: 48004812

Minimum Hiring Salary: $3,029.81 Monthly

* The salary may be negotiable dependent upon years of experience, education level and available salary rate.

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers. Our Mission is "to help people with disabilities find and maintain employment and enhance their independence." Our Vision is "to become the first place people with disabilities turn when seeking employment and a top resource for employers in need of qualified employees."

This Advertisement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for up to 6 months.

This position works in Fort Myers as a Staff Development Training Consultant.

A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and CRC is preferred.

Job Description:

The incumbent will report to the Area Director and is responsible for using HQ approved materials in the delivery of training to new and existing staff in their area. In coordination with their area leadership, the trainer will help to identify, report and record all training efforts conducted in the area and consult with LDO for development, implementation, and evaluation of learning events. Additionally, the trainer is responsible for keeping their learning and development skills current and providing support for training initiatives that may involve multiple areas, as assigned by leadership and LDO.

Delivering RIMS-based training as prescribed

Conduct virtual or face-to-face trainings for staff on RIMS using provided curricula

Monitor the completion of required trainings by staff

Participate in the follow-along education of a new staff as prescribed by the unit's supervisor (e.g. the Longboarding To-Do list)

Complete end-of-training reports and evaluations for all sessions conducted for new counselors by the area trainer

Training existing staff based on agency training initiatives and requests

Identifying prescriptive training needs based on data and feedback

Deliver approved training content to field staff based upon agency training initiatives

Collect and log Ad-hoc training requests from Unit Supervisors, Area Supervisors and Area Directors

Consult with LDO to develop training strategies and materials for every training event

Complete end-of-training reports and evaluations for all sessions conducted for existing staff

Submit relevant training requests to LDO for CRC credit review

Provide SME support during the content development review process and/or coordinates the identification other SMEs within their area to assist in the content development reviews

Training existing staff based on quality reviews

Consult with LDO to develop training strategies, materials and measurement criteria for each training event

Run reports at appropriate intervals for improvement comparison

Work with the quality assurance team and PICs, where possible, to write recommendations for improvement

Professional Development

Participate in online trainings related to training, education, learning and development, facilitation mastery or other job-relevant topic

Participate in in-service trainings provided by LDO

Create and deliver research-based presentations of new content to LDO and the other Area Trainers to promote trainer growth

Implement the recommendation given by LDO from the trainer survey evaluation data to continually improve training delivery skills

Other tasks as assigned

Support ACED, SST and other training events as assigned

Stay abreast of agency policy, procedures, and other statutory and industry standards

Participate in bi-weekly video conference calls monthly with the LDO team

Provide logistics support (e.g. site visits, technical assistance)

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional or technical experience in areas such as training, teaching, staff development, research, evaluation, and personnel.

A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and CRC is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Extensive RIMS knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of VR policies and procedures

Competent in other VR applications

At least 3 years of VR counseling experience

Demonstrate and use effective needs analysis, course development, and evaluation skills.

Knowledge of the principles of learning theories, adult learning, communication, research, and implementation methodologies including use of assistive technology and other accommodations.

Demonstrate and use leadership skills

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, including knowledge of correct English grammar, spelling, and usage, to accurately develop, edit and present quality training and instruction

Able to utilize multimedia technology and authoring tools

Ability to manage and effectively prioritize multiple projects

Ability to set up, operate, and tear down equipment such as LCD projectors, laptops, & assistive listening devices;

Ability to set up rooms to best facilitate learning and utilize available space, in compliance with ADA accessibility guidelines;

Skill in conducting research.

Skill in utilizing problem-solving techniques;

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation;

Ability to prepare research studies, recommendations and evaluation reports;

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

* Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application.*

STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* State of Florida Retirement - 3% Employee Contribution Required
* 10 Paid Holidays annually
* 104 Hours of Paid Annual Leave annually
* 104 Hours of Paid Sick Leave annually
* Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage - State pays 80% of premium
* Life Insurance - State pays premium for $25,000 basic term life insurance for full time employee
* Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, etc.
* Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available

Background Screening Requirement:

It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment undergo level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirement of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment of being permitted to serve as a volunteer.

All applicants for employment or to volunteer who are selected for an interview will be provided with the Consent to Background Screening form for level 2 screening, the Affidavit of Good Moral Character, and the Notice of Rights. The leading candidate for employment or to volunteer will be required to execute the Consent form and Affidavit, report to a designated location, and submit fingerprints for level 2 screening.

No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department.

Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Nearest Major Market: Fort Myers

Nearest Secondary Market: Cape Coral