Learning & Development Specialist - West Sacramento, CA
The CalSTRS Administrative Services Branch is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Associate Governmental Program Analyst in the Human Resources Division. Administrative Services provides Human Resources, Facility Management, and Procurement Management services to internal and external business partners. We strive to provide assistance that is friendly, accurate and efficient while enhancing CalSTRS’ ability to provide the best services possible to our members. Additionally, it is the purpose of Human Resources to support the total operation in meeting its goals through its most valuable resource—its PEOPLE. Human Resources is committed to building a successful and sustainable workforce of engaged employees. This opportunity is within Training Services. Training Services researches best practices, designs and delivers targeted learning opportunities and recommends development opportunities provided by third-party vendors or institutions of higher education. Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), Learning and Development Manager, the Learning and Development Specialist, will apply the fundamentals of adult learning principles to develop and deliver various training classes to CalSTRS employees, and perform a variety of training-related activities. Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now. Not sure yet? Review the full position Duty Statement under the Additional Documentation section.
Background Investigation Prior to employment with CalSTRS, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted. The BI consists of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. The BI will check criminal and civil records and, if applicable, verify education and check driving records. The position may be subject to the disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, pursuant to the CalSTRS Conflict of Interest Code and the Political Reform Act.
Completed applications and all required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, eligible for a Training and Development assignment, have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility, or have list eligibility (or are in the process of obtaining list eligibility). SROA and Surplus candidates may attach “surplus letters” to their applications. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected for an interview.
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (Applications and any applicable or required documents) must be submitted electronically through your CalCareer account at www.jobs.ca.gov.
Required Application Documents
Please submit the following items with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design models.
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
Ability to provide high level of customer service.
Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and independence.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
Creative problem solving skills.
Detail oriented.
Knowledge of or ability to collect, track and report data.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to make recommendations and sound decisions.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2010.
Enjoy working in an open space environment with a collaborative team approach.
Have good attendance, be punctual and dependable.
Benefits
Learn about all of the benefits of being a CalSTRS employee by visiting CalSTRS.com/Careers and clicking on the About Us tab.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with a standard state application for the hiring manager's review. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of your education, training, experience and skills as it relates to the desirable qualifications and focused questions below. The SOQ also serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Your SOQ response must be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, 12 pt. font and address the following:
If you do not currently have eligibility for this job, you may obtain eligibility by taking an examination.
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