Training and Development Supervisor

$8,430.93- $10,796.93 monthly-based on a seven-step salary plan         

$101,171.20-$129,563.20 annually-based on a seven-step salary plan

Duties:

Reporting to the Unit Manager, the Training and Development Supervising Program Administrator will provide supervisory lead oversight of the Santa Clara Valley Water District's Workforce Development team consisting of a Senior Management Analyst, Management Analyst II, and support staff. The team is responsible for the development of a training curriculum based on business needs to enhance job knowledge and skills of the District’s workforce, and promotes professional development. The Unit is also responsible for the management, coordination and tracking of all training, including District-wide mandatory training and employee development programs to comply with legal requirements. 

This position will lead workforce development related programs that may include succession planning, knowledge management, performance management, and a learning management system.   

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide day-to-day full supervision of the Workforce Development Team including, but not limited to, conducting performance evaluations and work plans, providing staff development, coaching and mentoring;
• Work with the team to develop and deliver impactful live training presentations and online learning modules to accommodate a diverse workforce and variety of learning preferences; drive a high performing culture through effective organizational performance management and appraisal programs;
• Provide lead oversight of district–wide core training programs including leadership and management development;
• Implement, coordinate and assess efficiencies and improvements to the District’s training and development programs by working with a variety of stakeholders;
• Develop, administer and evaluate training and development related performance metrics;
• Provide lead oversight and administration of the District’s employee development and performance management system, as well as the Succession Development Program;
• Provide lead oversight with the development, implementation and administration of the district’s learning management and e-performance management systems;
• Support the Workforce Development Manager with special projects;
• Partner with Recruitment to ensure the District has continuous access to a pipeline of qualified talent through effective succession planning interventions;
• Compile and monitor the fiscal year budget got Workforce Development Unit projects;

Ideal candidate’s background includes:

• 4+ years experience leading in a training and development environment, specifically managing multi-disciplinary workforce development teams including succession planning, performance management, learning management systems, coaching, and leadership training;
• Previous experience developing and delivering live and computer based training, as well and leadership training;
• Experience developing and implementing Learning Management Systems and Performance Management Systems as well as working with external partners to tailor trainings to meet the business needs;
• Extensive experience using all Microsoft Office Programs including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and familiarity with effective eLearning solutions and software such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Studio, or Storyline, and Camtasia Studio;
• Proven track record facilitating leadership and competency training initiatives, to include workshop facilitation training, “train the trainer” sessions for company-wide implementation of programs, as well as online learning modules, applying adult learning theory;
• Ability to oversee the delivery of a comprehensive curriculum which incorporates blended learning solutions, tracks learning and supports career paths within the District while evaluating and measuring training outcomes and effectiveness to identify opportunities;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, project management skills, well-organized, and detail oriented;
• Strong people and influencing skills. Proven team leadership skills, and ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with all levels of the organization; and
• Experience with developing, implementing and/or administering any of the following Workforce Development related programs and projects: Performance management, Succession planning, Knowledge management, Competencies, or Coaching.