SORM |Training amp; Dev Specialist IV | 27-0053

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106492andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionGENERAL DESCRIPTIONVisit the State Auditors Office website for information on state classifications. The State Office of Risk Management administers the workers compensation program, insurance and risk management programs, and the continuity of operations program for other state entities. SORM is seeking an experienced Training Consultant to design, develop, and deliver training across the agencys training portfolio, with a primary focus on risk management training and additional responsibility for other agency training subjects. Work involves developing curricula, course materials, and virtual course content; delivering training to external client agency stakeholders; evaluating training effectiveness; and maintaining course content and records within the agencys Learning Management System (LMS). The position receives functional guidance, technical direction, instructional standards, and quality review from the Training Consultant Team Lead, who provides leadership and oversight for training-related activities.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSTraining Design and DevelopmentDesign and develop training on risk management, workplace safety and loss prevention, continuity of operations (COOP), insurance, and related agency programs to include curricula, course outlines, instructional methods, training aids, manuals, and supplemental materials, including virtual and self-paced courses as assigned. Apply adult learning theories and instructional design best practices and collaborate with agency subject-matter experts to ensure instructional and technical accuracy.Analyze training content for accessibility, recommend changes, and remediate accessibility issues.Training DeliveryDeliver training to external client agency stakeholders through instructor-led in-person and virtual sessions, self-paced modules, on-camera and recorded content, seminars, and professional speaking engagements.Facilitate workshops, meetings, and professional development sessions, and deliver new employee orientation and onboarding training.Provide training and technical assistance to SORM employees as assigned. Program Administration and EvaluationConduct training needs assessments and design and apply methods for assessing and evaluating training effectiveness.Assist in developing policies and procedures for the agency training program and maintain certification and licensing for accredited SORM courses.Create, organize, and maintain training content, records, rosters, and calendars within the Learning Management System (LMS).Develop presentations, articles, web-based content, video scripts, and multimedia learning assets.Collaboration and ComplianceCoordinate with the Training Consultant Team Lead on assignments, priorities, instructional standards, and review of training content before delivery. Build and maintain effective working relationships with SORM employees, subject-matter experts, and external client agencies and agency partners; serve as a professional resource and promote the use of training services. Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information, and complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those about ethics and integrity. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with SORM staff and leadership Assists in solving training problems and ensuring the effective utilization of modern training methods and techniques; promotes teamwork and models team behaviorGeneral Duties Maintains knowledge of organizational behavior, assumes and shares responsibility; collaborates with team membersWorks 8 a.m. 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and attends work regularly in accordance with agency eave policWorks overtime as neededProvides excellent customer serviceAttends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policyPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComply with all agency policies and procedures, including but not limited to those about ethics and integrity, applicable security and safety rules, regulations, and standards0%MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from high school or equivalent.Experience: Six (6) years of full-time experience in training, education, curriculum development, instructional design, organizational learning, or related experience.Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in Education, Training and Development, Organizational Development,Communications, or a related field may substitute for full-time experience related to the position on a year-for-year basis.Skill in applying adult learning theories and instructional design best practices.Skill in creating courses, curricula, and related instructional materials from scratch, and in designing and delivering training in both in-person and virtual settings.Skill in public speaking and in facilitating and engaging both internal and external stakeholders.Skill in communicating complex risk management and claims-related concepts to audiences of varied experience and backgrounds.Skill in managing multiple deadlines and competing priorities.Skill in using a computer for content creation and word processing.Skill in effective oral and written communication.Ability to formulate learning objectives and to assess the effectiveness of training.Ability to exercise sound judgment and effective decision-making.Ability to receive and positively respond to constructive feedback and to handle stressful situations.Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driv