Trainer, Associate

State of IdahoIdaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department, every employee is critical to the mission and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

Notice: This position will be an underfill for a Training Specialist. Upon satisfactory completion of training, the successful candidate will be moved to the Training Specialist classification with appropriate salary consideration. Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) currently has an opening for a Trainer, Associate in our District 2, Lewiston office. This position will create and present specialized training to district staff members, with an emphasis on highway/construction equipment and Constructive Culture. Additional consideration will be given to applicants that have experience working in highway construction, design, and/or maintenance. Note: A driver's record check will be required prior to a final job offer.

Examples of duties:

Instruction and evaluation

• Assesses training needs through surveys, and interviews;

• Plans or participates in developing training course objectives;

• Obtains training materials designed to meet needs and objectives, modifying as needs dictate;

• Presents training/instruction to both groups and individuals;

• Evaluates training effectiveness based on feedback of participants and management; May oversee maintenance of training records and resource library.

Training coordination and skill development

• Coordinates scheduling of training courses, audiovisual equipment and other training aids;

• May coordinate training with other organizations; may help identify, orient, and schedule contract trainers;

• Receives training and participates in needs assessment, course objectives development, and evaluation;

• Drafts and reviews training plans with supervisor prior to implementation;

• Studies and applies adult learning theory, group process and training methods to instruct adult groups and individuals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Some knowledge of t raining methods.

Experience:

• Developing and making presentations before groups;

• Drafting narrative reports.

Desired experience:

• Working in highway construction, design, and/or maintenance;

• Training others in highway construction, design, and/or maintenance.

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website (https://itd.idaho.gov/) . Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: [email protected] or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.