Training Specialist
DRT Strategies delivers expert management consulting and information technology (IT) solutions to large federal agencies, the U.S. Navy, state and local government and commercial clients in health care, technology, and financial services industries.
The three letters of our name, DRT, stand for Driving Resolution Together, which is the core philosophy on which the company was founded. That is, we collaborate with our clients to solve their most pressing challenges - together.
We are problem solvers dedicated to your success, combining Fortune 500 experience with small business responsiveness. We have established a reputation with our clients as a forward-thinking consulting firm with demonstrated success in implementing solutions that lead to meaningful results. Our world-class consultants unite people to work collaboratively to achieve project goals and make vision a reality.
What are we looking for?
The Training Specialist shall collaborate with the reviewer’s community, subject matter experts and other project teams to define training requirements, develop training content, and support training delivery as needed based on the project requirements. This includes collaborating with the leadership team in the development of program reports (e.g., Quarterly Reports, Annual Report).
Furthermore, the Training Specialist will provide communication and technical writing support in the form of developing communication materials in multiple formats (e.g., graphics, website) to promote awareness reviewer tools and services.
Fun Stuff You Will Do On The Job
Currently due to the remote working status of the federal government, most DRT employees are teleworking from home and leveraging video conferencing along with other virtual productivity tools. Under normal circumstances, most of our positions are required to report onsite. However, DRT has not yet determined when employees will be required to return to their onsite workspaces. Please be aware that at the time a date is determined to return to the worksite, the requirement of this position may be to report in person to the work location.
DRT Strategies, Inc. (DRT) celebrates diversity and is proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DRT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
The three letters of our name, DRT, stand for Driving Resolution Together, which is the core philosophy on which the company was founded. That is, we collaborate with our clients to solve their most pressing challenges - together.
We are problem solvers dedicated to your success, combining Fortune 500 experience with small business responsiveness. We have established a reputation with our clients as a forward-thinking consulting firm with demonstrated success in implementing solutions that lead to meaningful results. Our world-class consultants unite people to work collaboratively to achieve project goals and make vision a reality.
What are we looking for?
The Training Specialist shall collaborate with the reviewer’s community, subject matter experts and other project teams to define training requirements, develop training content, and support training delivery as needed based on the project requirements. This includes collaborating with the leadership team in the development of program reports (e.g., Quarterly Reports, Annual Report).
Furthermore, the Training Specialist will provide communication and technical writing support in the form of developing communication materials in multiple formats (e.g., graphics, website) to promote awareness reviewer tools and services.
Fun Stuff You Will Do On The Job
- Propose and implement tools for evaluating offerings and resources
- Assess and analyze the effectiveness of all current reviewer and staff training offerings in terms of meeting training objectives
- Assess program efficiency in terms of level of effort currently used to develop, revise, and deliver training and resources
- Identify recommendations to improve current training and resource offerings based on feedback and program efficiency analysis
- Work with the review community (clinical/nonclinical) to gather and document training requirements
- Apply best practice instructional design principles to design new training resources or enhance existing training resources in accordance with program delivery structure
- Develop/enhance training resources based on training requirements and incorporating subject matter expertise
- Publish and post new/enhanced training resources in accordance with program operations SOPs
- Deliver training session(s) as per training plan
- Draft, develop, and send final communications in the form of emails, announcements, reference cards, presentations, graphics, flyers, posters, and videos, as directed
- Develop communication materials to be presented to stakeholders and audiences (e.g., public presentations, leadership team, reviewers)
- Work with leadership to define reporting framework aligned to strategic plan and priorities
- Support project teams in aligning goals and metrics with reporting framework and developing mechanisms for collecting report data
- Collect data/accomplishments from project teams on a quarterly and annual basis and produce program reports
- Support other training activities as directed by Project Manager
- Support DRT business development activities as directed by Portfolio Manager
- Must have or be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
- 10+ years of experience in training development & delivery
- Ability to manage the concurrent training activities and priorities
- Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft product suites
- Demonstrated knowledge of eLearning authoring tools, such as ADDIE, Adobe Captivate, and TechSmith Camtasia
- Experience with videoconferencing/meeting tools, such as Microsoft Team, Zoom, and Cisco WebEx
- Ability to select and apply appropriate instructional design principles, methodologies, and adult learning principles, in the design and development of all training materials
- Must be flexible to be able to adapt to changing customer requirements
- Ability to recognize and respond to problems, issues, and risks; communicate clearly, concisely, and in a timely manner (verbal and written); garner support and operate with political savvy
- SME in instructional design
- Bachelor’s Degree in instructional design, education, or a related field.
- Project Management Certification (PMP)
- Experience with government or regulatory training programs
- Professionalism: Be a leader and someone your customers and colleagues can count on by taking ownership and accountability for your work. Demonstrate a solution-oriented mindset and bias for action. Show empathy, dignity, and respect for each other. Be "high minded", maintain a calm demeanor when dealing with ambiguity or adversity and stay out of the fray (i.e., avoid drama).
- Quality: Do things right and do the right thing. Pursue excellence in your work by delivering quality services and products that provide high value and return on investment (ROI).
- Teamwork: Work with each other, the customer, and DRT. Demonstrate flexibility, a positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively to help others and share information.
- Customer Mission Focused: Commit to customer success and strive to exceed expectations by understanding the mission, executing the customer's vision, and solving challenges to drive results and achieve mission goals. Build meaningful customer relationships by asking thoughtful questions, listening, and operating transparently.
- Growth Mindedness: Commit to company, team, and personal growth. Embrace an entrepreneurial spirit by actively seeking opportunities to support new customer projects and/or solve problems. Actively work to improve your skills, learn to be comfortable with ambiguity, and be resourceful and willing to figure things out and add value.
Currently due to the remote working status of the federal government, most DRT employees are teleworking from home and leveraging video conferencing along with other virtual productivity tools. Under normal circumstances, most of our positions are required to report onsite. However, DRT has not yet determined when employees will be required to return to their onsite workspaces. Please be aware that at the time a date is determined to return to the worksite, the requirement of this position may be to report in person to the work location.
DRT Strategies, Inc. (DRT) celebrates diversity and is proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DRT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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