Training Coordinator Jobs in Suffield, CT (NOW HIRING)

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Training Program Coordinator.

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The Training Program Coordinator position would support the Statewide Director of Security and Safety Management by creating, coordinating, and deploying training programs in support of the mission of the Statewide Security Unit.

• Monday - Friday schedule
• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• First shift
• Centrally located in Hartford, CT (450 Columbus Boulevard) with easy access to major highways
• Office/On-site

In a state agency this class is accountable for planning, developing and implementing an entire training program.

• Plans, develops, coordinates and evaluates a comprehensive training program;
• Establishes and coordinates training calendar;
• Conducts needs assessments;
• Develops training program objectives;
• Researches and develops course curricula, outlines and content;
• Selects and develops training methods and materials;
• Researches learning material and resources;
• Provides direction to subject matter experts utilized within training program and provides train-the-trainer services within program area;
• Monitors and evaluates training program outcomes including instructor performance, participant progress and consumer satisfaction;
• Provides technical assistance and consultation to agency managers and/or staff of organizations which participate in particular training program(s);
• Organizes and maintains up to date training materials for courses within training program and may coordinate distribution of materials to instructors as needed;
• May provide consultative services to agency managers regarding organization development;
• May conduct some training classes;
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of principles and techniques of in-service training and staff development;
• educational methods and techniques;
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
• Considerable interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to assess training needs and determine objectives;
• Ability to utilize computer software;
• Supervisory ability.

Six (6) years of professional experience in training, staff development or adult education.

One (1) year of the General Experience must have primarily consisted of planning, developing, coordinating or implementing an in-service training or staff development program.

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

• Experience in law enforcement
• Experience in presenting training programs
• Experience in developing training programs related to workplace safety
• Experience in presenting active shooter response plans
• Experience presenting general workplace safety courses in fire, medical, and evacuations

• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess specialized certifications for designated positions prior to appointment.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.