Training Specialist

Girl Scouts of Central California South (GSCCS), seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Training Specialist (Bilingual) in their Bakersfield Innovation Center.

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SUMMARY

The focus of this job is making connections with people, motivating and inspiring them to achieve results. Poise and an engaging, empathetic communication style based on natural warmth and enthusiasm is the key to achieving the goals of this job. The work involves driving toward results by enrolling the commitment and buy-in of others. While the job requires strong initiative and self-direction, results are only achieved with and through people. A sincere appreciation for people and how they are each uniquely motivated is the foundation for designing and implementing interactive communication and decision-making processes. Knowledge and skill in how to successfully influence and persuade others by understanding how their individual needs and motivations link to goals is essential. The job requires a high degree of “selling”, whether of ideas and policies within the organization, or products or services in the marketplace. The job environment is fast paced and results oriented. While there is urgency to goal achievement, responsibility for the achievement of results needs to be shared and effectively delegated when necessary. Initiating projects and processes beyond established organization practices will often require training and developing others, and enlisting their support by using a “selling” rather “telling” communication style. A self-confident, extroverted style that can enliven, engage and positively impact individuals and groups is essential. The job has variety of tasks and is dynamic and changing. Because goals and desired results can quickly change, the job requires regularly meeting and pro-actively establishing relationships with new groups. The ability to understand, quickly react and motivate others to adapt to the changing organization environment is a critical key to success. In general, the core of this position requires a motivated and motivating team builder and organization developer.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS

Variety of activities Multiple projects occurring simultaneouslyMulti-tasking Sense of urgency for goal achievement Fast-paced environmentPeople/relationships focus Team building Inspire, motivate others, and engage their commitmentInvolve others in decision-making process Cooperative, collaborative decision-making Must assume responsibility for riskExtroverted, warm, enthusiastic, empathetic Stimulating communicator Persuasive “selling” style Collaborative approachLeadership based on ability to motivate othersStrong commitment to resultsDelegate authority readily

The desired candidate will possess these qualifications

Minimum three years’ experience in training, sales, marketing, education, community organization or related fields.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in organizational marketing, management, or youth program development and delivery.Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and computer systems.Access to reliable internet access.Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.A valid California Driver’s License and proof of Vehicle Insurance Coverage.Bilingual in English and Spanish desired.Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assess, design, develop and deploy training, networking and development programs for the organization which build organizational capabilities in alignment with the strategic plan.Keep up to date on GSUSA trainings that will need to be assigned to volunteers through an online platform.Assist volunteers, add training modules and pull reports using an online platform.Provide recommendations for cost effective developmental tools utilizing both internal and external resources as appropriate.Develop a formal infrastructure for all training and development programs by establishing standardized methods and procedures for delivery, evaluation, measurement and reporting.Manage scheduling, training and tracking processes to monitor report and manage training and development activities. Implement a year-round learning program to meet the needs of all volunteers.Research, keep abreast of and bring best practices related to training and development to the Council.Ensure legal compliance of the Council’s training and development practices.Work collaboratively and cooperatively with other staff members to design and carry out training curriculum such as the cookie program, delegate training, online learning, etc.Select appropriate instructional developmental methods such as computer-based training, individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, coaching, mentoring, training guides, and role play. Promote external training and learning opportunities for volunteers.Ensure volunteers have the necessary tools, resources, and support required to accomplish position assignments to become fully engaged as Girl Scout volunteers.Organize and develop training manuals, reference library materials, evaluation procedures, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials based on GSUSA recommendations and state-of-art thinking on adult learning and development.Recruit and train selected staff and volunteer instructors in effective content and techniques for training and developing volunteers.Update service team job descriptions, offer yearly service team training, and train staff on service team positions/functions.Identify training opportunities for council trainers, update trainer files, and handle notification of all training group meetings. Edit policy books for volunteers and assist in their rollout to the volunteers.Update training attendance and awards in volunteer database and files.Perform other duties as may be required.Job duties may be subject to change pursuant to the activities of the department and the organization as a whole.

Please tells us a little about yourself by applying and attaching your resume, and by taking two quick surveys. The first is a 3-4 minute survey called the Behavioral Assessment. This is not a test. There are no right or wrong answers. Just be easy about it and don’t overthink. You’ll get your results from this survey instantly via email with a PDF attachment. The second that comes to you is a timed 12-minute Cognitive Assessment. This is not an IQ or intelligence survey – it simply tells us how quickly you will learn, adapt and synthesize in this specific role. We do not make our hiring decisions solely based on this data alone, naturally your prior experience and many other factors are considered. Thank you for your interest in Girl Scouts of Central California South! Below is the link. Please copy and paste into your browser:

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An Equal Opportunity EmployerGirl Scouts of Central California South is recognized as the leading organization for girls committed to creating a learning community where every girl has the opportunity to design a personal Girl Scout experience that enables her to have fun, pursue her dreams, explore new ideas, create lasting friendships and change the world.