August 24, 2021

Highway District Employee and Development Training Associate - Statewide

Nature of Work

The Highway District Employee Development Training Associate assists District Human Resources sections in scheduling and coordinating all required in-house training for the various job classifications at the district level. Full performance level skilled work in one of the DOH Training and Development Unit providing administrative and program support. They are administrator of a special agency educational programs, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating progress of the programs assigned. They provide specialized technical support to the unit. This position reports to a supervisor or manager in the unit and has responsibility to stay within an assigned budget. Performs related work as required. Travel is required for this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license will be required. Two positions, one covering District 5 - Grant, Hardy, Mineral, Hampshire, Morgan, Berkeley and Jefferson Counties, the other covering District 8 - Pocahontas, Randolph, Pendleton, and Tucker Counties.

Pay Grade: 10

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains files of information in hard copy or electronic format; runs reports for regular or intermittent review
• Provides information and guidance to agency District Training Specialist regarding employee training records classes, and clarification of training policies and procedures
• Assist with new budget development annually for management approval, works with District Training Specialist to collect data
• Schedules and organizes training classes, workshops, seminars, conferences and meetings, reserves facilities.
• Assists with revises unit procedures to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Assisting with or providing computer-aided instruction
• Researches basic statistical work in the compilation of reports involving the activities of the unit
• Maintain multiple data bases and training documentation records
• Composes form letters, proofreads and/or develops correspondence
• Post records, transactions, attendance, etc.
• May deliver basic routine training or assist Specialist with training
• May aid unit personnel processing, organizing materials, gathering equipment, and ordering print jobs for training and may assist with participant guides, and other materials as needed
• The work involves assessing problems, questions, or situations and developing solutions within established criteria.
• Preference may be given to candidates with a major in the area of education, communication, Human Resource development, industrial relations, safety, or related fields. 
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license may be required.

Required Skills and Knowledge


• Knowledge of general office procedures including typing, filing, and the use of a variety of office equipment
• Knowledge of basic data collection and retention
• Knowledge of group processes, communication techniques, and public speaking
• Knowledge of basic research techniques
• Knowledge of available training and staff development resources
• Ability to use audio-visual equipment and other current technologies applicable to training and staff development
• Ability to collect and compile accurate information
• Ability to arrange efficient work schedules
• Ability to learn the policies and procedures of the unit and the organization
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing

Required Education and Experience

 REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION:
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
 •Substitution: Graduation from a standard high school or GED and five (5) years of full-time or the equivalent part-time paid experience in a training, budgeting, project monitoring and reporting, personnel, or related fields. 
 
 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:  
 • No experience required.
 • Special Requirements: A valid Driver’s License.

To apply, click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wvdot/jobs/3203779/highway-district-employee-and-development-training-associate-statewide