Workforce Development Specialist - Adult Services Training Academy

$40,625 - $46,875/Yr

California State University - Richmond, CA

Part-time - Mid Level

Remote - Richmond, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Workforce Development Specialist for the Adult Services Training Academy is a part-time position focused on developing and implementing training plans for adult services staff across various counties in California. This role involves oversight of workforce development activities, including curriculum development, training delivery, and coaching, aimed at enhancing best practice skills among adult services workers. The position requires collaboration with county representatives and participation in statewide initiatives, all while working remotely from the Bay Area.

Responsibilities

• Implement an Annual Training Plan as outlined in the contract scope of work.
• Provide oversight for training, coaching, eLearning, and simulation, ensuring all deliverables are met.
• Recruit and select independent contract trainers in conjunction with the Trainer and Curriculum Development Specialist.
• Lead and contribute to the development and implementation of advanced training.
• Familiarize with all simulation modules and lead regional and statewide initiatives.
• Develop implementation tools, measures, and learning resources for partners and team members.
• Review and provide guidance to trainers and coaches on curriculum development to meet county needs.
• Oversee logistics for training events in collaboration with county representatives.
• Meet regularly with county representatives to identify and monitor capacity-building needs.
• Facilitate county, regional, and program meetings utilizing culturally responsive strategies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Counseling, or related field, or a Bachelor's degree with five years of experience in adult protective services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of adult protective services practice.
• Training experience or experience in coordinating program delivery in a staff development program.
• Proven ability and experience in project management.
• Knowledge of workforce development principles and concepts.
• Successful experience in conducting meetings and facilitating groups.
• Ability to support the design and implementation of a training needs assessment.
• Demonstrated professional writing and speaking skills.
• Fluency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and experience in cloud-based environments.
• Experience with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and LMS platforms.

Nice-to-haves

• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
• Experience in adult education or training facilitation.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and holiday pay)