Training Specialist

About the position

The University of Mississippi - fondly referred to as Ole Miss - stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member - student, faculty, and staff - can achieve their fullest potential. The University of Mississippi Facilities Management Department strives to provide an environment where you can flourish and grow. At Ole Miss, we value safety, customer service excellence, teamwork, innovation, integrity, and respect. We strive to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Our department is a dynamic and integral part of the University, and we believe in investing in our employees' growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates sponsored professional training programs.
• Conducts needs assessments for training.
• Oversees development of training curriculum and recruits, assigns, and evaluates instructors.
• Collaborates with various agencies to determine training needs.
• Coordinates registration of training programs.
• Screens and selects candidates to participate in specialized and/or certifying training programs.
• Creates and submits required reports as needed.
• Monitors program related expenses related to programs.
• Assists with the development of policies and procedures.
• Coordinates grant initiatives and researches possible funding sources.
• Serves as liaison to funding agencies.
• Oversees grant development, submission, and performance of requirements as mandated by the grant.
• Ensures compliance with external funding agencies.
• Regularly makes presentations and speaks at sponsored professional training.
• Serves as a professional resource to faculty, staff, and external agencies.
• Serves as liaison between external agencies and/or boards to represent the University and department related to programs.
• Develops support plans to assist external agencies.
• Stays abreast of professional developments related to the training programs through research and attending seminars and/or conferences.
• May serve on various external and University committees.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Three years of experience in a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Adapting to change
• Acting decisively
• Accepting responsibility
• Pursuing self-development
• Leveraging opportunities
• Interactive with people at different levels