This is professional work in the preparation, development and implementation of instructional programs in a county department.

Employees in this class are responsible for participation in the planning, supervision and administration of varied training programs in a county department. Incumbents performs various combinations of duties, depending on the department to which assigned. Typical duties include research for appropriate training aids and materials, development or adaptation of training materials, revision of existing training course content, scheduling of training sessions and preparation of narrative and statistical training reports. Additional responsibilities may include counseling employees on availability of specified training in outside institutions, conduct of assigned lectures for groups in training programs, and assisting in arrangements for use of instructors or consultants for training purposes. Incumbents typically work with programs relating to orientation, supervisory and communication skills, specialized procedures or work techniques unique to the department, and other types of programs. Some employees in the class may be assigned to various duties in a federally funded program designed for specific training purpose. Supervision is received from an administrative or professional superior who reviews and evaluates work in progress and upon completion for effectiveness of results in meeting management objectives for training.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Compiles and edits training materials including course outlines, training schedules, lesson plans and training aids; prepares reports on the quantity of various training accomplished; assists superiors in the conduct of training surveys.

Conducts portions of training programs by lectures or discussion method, such as orientation, supervisory or specialized department subject-matter training; assists supervisors in preparation of in-service training materials, presentation and evaluation of training, and conduct of effective on-the-job training.

Advises employees on availability of training courses in the locality, course requirements and related career development information.

Assists in completing arrangements for use of instructors or consultants from outside institutions in the preparation or conduct of training programs.

Recommends changes in course content or development of new training programs.

Maintains library references, training aids and equipment in order to provide optimum utilization of instructional facilities; publicizes announcement of training programs, as assigned.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Considerable knowledge of general audit educational theories and principles.

Knowledge of current technical methods and practices in adult education.

Knowledge of departmental organization and operations in relation to requirements for effective training.

Knowledge of local educational resources and sources of available published information useful in development of training programs.

Ability to assist in development, compilation and analysis of course outlines, lesson plans and training aids suitable for varied department programs.

Ability to present classroom instruction and discussion sessions effectively so as to achieve training objectives.

Ability to advise employees concerning training and educational requirements for career progression, job performance improvement and other purposes.

Ability to maintain effective relationships with staff members, supervisory personnel and various officials outside the department.

Ability to prepare complete narrative and statistical training reports.

Ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

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