Training and Development Specialist (Austin)

WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th Street, Austin, TX.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:
A creative, experienced Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) who understands how to deliver impactful training to an adult audience. You would be excited to join the VR Training team, which specializes in delivering job-skills courses to VR counselors and staff. You would be gratified to support our department mission: “To help TWC and our partners enhance employee workplace skills and productivity through the delivery, development, and coordination of quality learning opportunities,” and you would be proud to work for a state agency with a noble public service mission.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Coordinate, prepare, and present specialized VR classes, train-the-trainer workshops, project meetings, and conferences for VR staff and service providers.
- Lead the coordination, research, design, and development of formal, complex VR curricula using approved department guidelines and project-management methodology.
- Collaborate closely with Texas Workforce Solutions (TWS) management and subject-matter experts to assess training needs and develop solutions that meet customer requirements.
- Follow management directives meticulously, actively seeking guidance in training delivery while proactively communicating progress to ensure accountability.
- Accurately prepare documents, including correspondence, reports, and training materials, using professional format and grammar.
- Serve as a mentor for other training staff and advocate for a culture of continuous learning throughout the Texas Workforce System.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet department goals.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:
- Three years of experience in positions that provided knowledge of training methods, techniques, and materials as related to individual development, education, and training programs; or in positions that provided knowledge of agency operation or programs which included giving group presentations.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- One year of full-time in-service TWC experience classified as a Training Specialist III with regular status will satisfy the minimum qualifications.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:
- Experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC).
- Skill in delivering training to adults via in-person classrooms or virtual platforms (TEAMS/ZOOM).
- Experience with case management tools, processes, and addressing functional limitations.
- Experience working with individuals who have different abilities and accessibility needs.
- Experience developing and revising training curricula to meet specific business requirements.
- A strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

YOU GAIN: 
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive starting salary: $5,166.67/month 
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan 
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts 
- Medical Insurance 
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave 
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits 

Duty involves up to 25% travel within the state of Texas.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/JobDescriptions/0850.pdf 

HOW TO APPLY: 
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.