University Degree in Education or related field with coursework in Adult Learning
Minimum of five years in educational/training program development and evaluation
Two years of project management experience
Experience in needs assessments and competency tool development
Familiarity with educational technology and Learning Management Systems
Responsibilities
Utilize learning models like ADDIE to evaluate and condense existing courses
Determine optimal delivery methods for training content
Collaborate with stakeholders to assess training needs and objectives
Develop on-the-job assessment tools aligned with competency models
Create e-Learning curriculum, scripts, and evaluation tools
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental training standards
Innovate learning experiences using emerging technologies and video
Benefits
Hybrid work arrangement flexibility
Opportunity for professional development
Engagement in a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion
Supportive teamwork environment
Potential for travel reimbursement for work-related travel
Full Job Description
As a Training Specialist II, you'll develop and execute a full range of eLearning tools, realigning our training from traditional instructor-led to a blended learning format. Working with Technical Trainers and other specialists, you'll advance our educational programs to meet the needs of learners in an operational environment. You'll also use video to capture hands-on processes, building a library of just-in-time training for our technical and maintenance staff.
What will you do?
Utilizes appropriate learning models, such as ADDIE or a similar approach to evaluate and condense the current 300+ courses
Determines delivery methods that is best suited for the content, learner, and environment
Collaborates with stakeholders to conduct needs assessments and identify safety and operational training objectives
Builds on-the-job assessment tools to align with a competency based model
Develops scripts/storyboards, e-Learning curriculum, training standard documents, and learner evaluation tools
Establishes criteria for training requirements based on prioritization of safety critical roles based all trade based and high risk position types
Maintains and updates evaluation tools to assess online and classroom courses and communicate results
Innovate learning experiences by exploring emerging technologies, utilizing video for practical training, assessing 3D learning materials, and supporting the transition to e-learning and blended learning concepts
Ensure compliance and quality by tracking legislative requirements, managing trainer certifications, integrating safety and environmental standards into training, maintaining review cycles for legal and procedural changes, and investigating copyright restrictions
Optimize training systems by leading operational content integration, resolving system issues, developing program templates, implementing standardized online and instructor-led course formats, and maintaining data integration across training records
Qualifications:
University Degree in Education with a background in Educational Technology and adult learning, or a related University Degree combined with post-secondary coursework Adult Learning
Minimum of five (5) years related experience in educational/training program creation, maintenance, and evaluation, along with two (2) years of project management
Skills required for success:
Experience in leading needs assessments and building on-the-job competency tools
Experience with the development and implementation of educational technology
Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental legislation in an operational environment
Familiarity with video creation and editing, mobile learning, and 3D learning technology
Experience with Learning Management Systems at a technical and user level
Knowledge of program coordination, contracting, and budget management
Ability to write Request for Proposals and manage projects from conception to implementation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills for directing, coordinating, and prioritizing
Ability to negotiate and successfully build consensus
Commitment to engaging and promoting a strong teamwork culture
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent)
The position requires travel between work sites and the individual must provide their own vehicle for reimbursement which includes business liability insurance
Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance
