Staff Development Specialist

Training And Development SpecialistTo transform lives through love and service.The Training and Development Specialist will create, develop, implement, and conduct training and development programs for employees.Essential duties and responsibilities:Assesses training and development needs and effectiveness through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and communication with managers, instructors, and representativesCreates, organizes, plans, and presents various forms of onboarding, all staff, orientation, and skills training for employeesDevelops unique training programs to fulfill workers specific needs to maintain or improve job skillsCreates and/or acquires training procedure manuals, guides, and course materialsPresents training and development programs using various forms and formats including group discussion, lecture, simulations, and videosMaintains records of training and development activities, attendance, results of tests and assessments, and retraining requirementsAssesses training materials prepared by instructorsMaintains knowledge of the latest trends in training and developmentPrepares and implements training budget; maintains records and reports of expensesPerforms other related duties as requiredStrong presentation skillsAdept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methodsAbility to evaluate and research training options and alternativesAbility to design and implement effective training and developmentExtremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related program softwareOther responsibilities:Comply with all applicable training requirements.Comply with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and proceduresComply with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs.Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative teamPerforms other duties as necessary to fulfill the St. Vincent de Paul CARES MissionRequired knowledge, skills and abilities:Able to speak, write and understand EnglishPossess basic computer skillsMust be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff, and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and economic groupsFlexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-taskAbility to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver resultsExcellent communication and listening skillsPossess strong work ethicsSuccessfully pass Law Enforcement background screening.Valid Florida driver's license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company businessMust have reliable transportationParticipates in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/Reaccreditation processMission driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passionAdherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionallyA high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performanceEvidence of deep alignment with the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission and ValuesThis position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information on screening requirements, process, and disqualifying offenses, please visit the official Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.Education and experience:Bachelor's degree in human resources, Training, Development, or related field.At least 2-years training experience preferredSHRM-CP preferredBenefits:Health InsuranceLife insuranceDental InsuranceVision insuranceShort- and Long Term Disability120 hours of PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment13 Paid Holidays to include Employee's birthday and Date of Hire403(b) with employer match up to 3%General physical demands:These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made, if appropriate, to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of job.

Working in an office/site requires prolonged sitting at the computer workstation; standing, bending, reaching, lifting up to 40lbs. and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. It is also required to regularly sit, speak, and listen, the employee is also required to walk, use hands and fingers to type, operate equipment, and maintain records and notes. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Mental demands:Must handle new and diverse work problems daily.

Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must have the ability to listen objectively to people, perceive the real problem and assist in bringing issues to a successful conclusion. Must relate and interact with, volunteers, clients, contractors, visitors, and employees at all levels within the Agency.Work environment:Environment will occasionally become noisy due to equipment operations and interactions among clients and staff. There may be the possibility of being exposed to communicable disease, possible exposure to verbal abuse or similar behavior from residents/clients.

On an as needed basis, employees may be called upon to work outside of the established work schedule or work odd hours. All information associated with the Agency is confidential.The Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.