Career Opportunities

  • 15 Jun 2017 12:36 PM | Anonymous

    Leadership Development Consultant - Sacramento, CA 

    Department Information

    Pending Budget Approval

    The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is committed to transforming the way the State of California develops its workforce. To accomplish this strategic goal, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. The Workforce Development Programs & Special Projects Division’s Statewide Learning and Performance Management (SLPM) program is looking for a Leadership Development Consultant with experience in designing and developing training and performance improvement programs. If you are someone who enjoys leading teams, collaborating with others to create new and innovative training programs, and you want to contribute to the development of California’s state workforce, then we have the perfect job for you!

    At CalHR, you will be an integral part of a diverse workforce where your experience, expertise, and opinions are valued. We are a department that values our employees and encourages their professional growth and career mobility within the organization. CalHR is located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento and offer convenient transportation options, including light rail, pre-tax parking, on-site ATM, shopping, a variety of nearby restaurants and a farmers market during spring and summer. This position is excluded from Collective Bargaining and receives enhanced benefits.

    Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov

    Job Description and Duties

    Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager II, the Leadership Development Consultant (Staff Services Manager I (Specialist)) ensures that state government has a robust employee development program. The incumbent will design, develop and implement and provide best practices for statewide employee development initiatives. The incumbent conducts research and consults with agency and department training program managers, state leadership, and academia to identify California workforce development standards and make available training curriculum and other tools and resources to help agencies and departments evaluate the performance of employees.  He/she will also deliver a variety of leadership, analytical and soft skills training such as communications, interpersonal skills training, and firm skills training including business process improvement, and strategic planning training. Duties include, but are not limited to:

    • Consults with internal and external stakeholders regarding best practices for curriculum development. Leads a collaborative effort with statewide training and workforce planning partners, the statewide training ad hoc committee (California Network of Learning Professionals or CNLP), agency and department leaders, division colleagues and training partners to design, develop, implement, evaluate and continuously renew the state’s approach to developing employee competencies.  This includes creating statewide employee development curriculum standards, tools, resources and other creative classroom and non-classroom solutions for developing employee competencies. Collaborates with others to develop the infrastructure to support cost-effective delivery of employee development training alternatives, including; budgeting, course marketing, participant enrollment processes, and faculty contracting. 

    • Provides subject matter expertise and delivers statewide employee training from curriculum developed by internal or external sources.  This includes creating sustainable instructor support materials (training for trainers and instructor handbooks) to ensure sustainable training.

    • Creates and oversees strategies to ensure that all levels of staff in state government are receiving the appropriate training in a timely manner, following applicable rules, regulations and standards.  This includes collecting and analyzing data to periodically validate the relevance of leadership and staff development competencies and assessing competency-related training and development needs by leveraging data from training needs assessments, department leadership, training evaluations and other sources.  Establishes key performance indicators for measuring the effectiveness of the statewide employee development program.

    • Collaborates with CNLP, vendors, partners and stakeholders to build and facilitate an employee development community of practice for state employees to share best practices and experience.  Provides expert advice and consultation to help organizations address challenges and achieve their employee development goals and objectives.  Prepares and delivers informative and educational employee development presentations and workshops.  Keeps up with employee development industry trends in order to propose innovative ideas for maximizing the effectiveness of workforce development initiatives.  Works collaboratively division staff to design, produce and review a wide variety of division marketing and communication deliverables.

    Application Instructions

    Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

    Final Filing Date: 6/27/2017

    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 (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

    Address for Mailing Application Packages

    You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

    Department of Human Resources

    Attn: MaryLou Pontes

    1810 16th Street

    Sacramento, CA 95811

    Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

    You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

    MaryLou Pontes

    1810 16th Street

    Sacramento, CA 95811

    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    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:

    • State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.jobs.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
    • Statement of Qualifications -

      STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with their application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable qualifications and demonstrate the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties listed in this bulletin.  The SOQ serves as a documentation of the candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be no longer than two (2) pages in length, single-spaced, 12pt. font. 

      Referencing the duty statement and desirable qualifications, describe how your education, training, experience, and skills make you the ideal candidate for this position.

    • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

    Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

    Desirable Qualifications

    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:

    • Leadership Development Certification and/or applicable training
    • Certified in one or more of the following: Myers-Briggs (MBTI), Emotional Intelligence, Disc Assessment, True Colors, and team building
    • Minimum three (3) years of experience developing and implementing leadership development solutions and initiatives
    • At least one (1) year of experience leading leadership development solutions and initiatives
    • Experience in group facilitation
    • Knowledge of principles, methods, tools, and techniques of leadership and management
    • Possess the ability to consult with teams and leaders on the various aspects and best practices of leadership development
    • Experience developing and /or delivering formal training programs to adult learners
    • Knowledge and experience in instructional design
    • Supervisory and/or leadership experience
    • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
    • Knowledge of, and ability, to apply the principles, methods, techniques and tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating and managing projects

    Please write position #363-920-4800-006 (Leadership Development Consultant) on the application, resume, cover letter, and SOQ.  SROA and surplus candidates must submit a copy of their letter with their application. Failure to provide this information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process.

    We do not accept applications via email and/or fax. 

    Contact Information

    The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    • Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov
    • Hiring Unit Contact:
      Jaisha White
      (916) 319-9558
      Jaisha.White@calhr.ca.gov
    • 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.

      EEO Contact:
      EEO Officer
      (916) 324-1128
      Jacquelyn.Sanders@CalHR.ca.gov
    • California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

    Apply Now

  • 15 Jun 2017 12:32 PM | Anonymous

    Training Officer I - Sacramento, CA 

    Job Description and Duties

    This position is located in the city of Sacramento.

    Under the general supervision of the Business Enterprises Program (BEP) Central Operations Manager, the Training Officer provides foodservice management training to BEP Trainees and BEP Vendors.   The training is to prepare BEP Trainees to be licensed BEP Vendors so that they may operate a BEP facility or for upward mobility of existing BEP Vendors.  Training may include such areas as cafeteria, vending machine and convenience store operations.  The Training Officer may also coordinate with outside trainers and subject matter experts to provide instruction.  This position requires traveling up to 25% of the time including some overnight travel.

    The Training Officer I will provide instructional trainings on various aspects of food services. The TO I will develop a curriculum and produce training materials in addition o evaluating the progress of the trainees.

    Special Requirements 

    • Include JC#67797 / POS#813-009-5197-002 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template. Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.
    • Will consider an AGPA however, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications of both positions to be considered.

    Application Instructions

    Completed applications and all required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

    Final Filing Date: 6/28/2017

    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:

    • Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.jobs.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
    • Statement of Qualifications - A SOQ is REQUIRED and will be considered in the application screening process. A Resume or Cover Letter will not be considered as the SOQ. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. In the SOQ, discuss how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the Desirable Qualifications and qualify you for the position. The SOQ should not exceed two typewritten pages at 12pt font.
    • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

    Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

    Desirable Qualifications

    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:

    • Food service experience highly desired.
    • Experience in course development and modification of existing training.
    • Be able to research, incorporate, and integrate materials into a deliverable training curriculum.
    • Self-motivated and enthusiastic with excellent interpersonal skills.
    • Trainer in food service related or hospitality arena highly desired.
    • Ability to multi-task; flexibility.
    • Demonstrated ability to work and cooperate with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Excellent attendance; organizational skills; ability to set goals and work within timeframes.
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
    • Demonstrated skills in writing, communicating, and making effective presentations.
    • Excellent computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Internet and Intranet.
    • Follow lesson plans as developed while presenting courses and adjust to meet needs of course participants as appropriate based on participants' knowledge and experience.
    • Possess a strong work ethic.
    • Special Personal Characteristics: Appreciation of the ability of individuals with disabilities to become contributing members of our society.  Personal commitment to the mission and goals of the Department of Rehabilitation.

    Contact Information

    The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    • Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov
    • Hiring Unit Contact:
      Nancy Abila
      (916) 558-5379
      Nancy.Abila@dor.ca.gov
    • 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.

      EEO Contact:
      Office of Civil Rights
      (916) 558-5850
      Civil.Rights@dor.ca.gov
    • California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

    Apply Now

  • 15 Jun 2017 12:17 PM | Anonymous

    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.

    Special Requirements

    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.

    Application Instructions

    Completed applications and all required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

    Final Filing Date: 6/27/2017

    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:

    • Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.jobs.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
    • Statement of Qualifications - Please see the "Statement of Qualifications" section of the Job Posting for requirements.

    Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

    Desirable Qualifications

    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.

    • Human Resources Contact:
      Recruitment
      (916) 414-4990
      Recruitment@calstrs.com
    • 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.

      EEO Contact:
      EEO Officer
      (916) 414-4933
      adacoordinator@calstrs.com
    • California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

    Statement of Qualifications

    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:

    • Describe your experience working in a team environment and include an example of your ability to keep team members informed.


    • Share the skill(s) that you possess that would be most critical to this position and provide your experience in applying that skill(s) in either your current job or a past job.


    • Share your most recent experience in designing and delivering training and include an example of your success in keeping the training relevant to current organizational needs.


    • Provide an example that would demonstrate your experience in providing oversight of an organizational program or effort. 

    ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

    • When applying for this position, please note on your application: Position 815-261-5393-901 (RPA #1133) Working Title: CalSTRS Learning and Development Specialist
    • If education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications, please submit a copy of your transcripts/degree.
    • Candidate may be selected by application packet review only.
    • Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment
    Are You Eligible for This Job?

    If you do not currently have eligibility for this job, you may obtain eligibility by taking an examination.

    Use Your CalCareer Account

    Apply Now

     

  • 09 Jun 2017 10:50 PM | Anonymous

    Program Manager - Business Programs

    UC Davis Extension (Davis, CA)

    Join our team! UC Davis Extension is seeking a Program Manager to manage and grow our primarily online continuing business education programs. Responsibilities include: Support new program development by conducting needs assessments within assigned subject areas; oversee implementation and logistical planning of existing programs; recruit and support instructors and advisors; convene/facilitate advisory board meetings to review/update curriculum; secure course approval; evaluate programs and provide instructor feedback; develop and implement strategic marketing plans (with Marketing Dept.); conduct client/community outreach; advise current/potential students; develop and monitor course budgets; analyze/report financial performance. Responsible for ensuring completion of all detailed course logistics, while also advancing ongoing strategic program goals.  

    UC Davis Extension is the continuing and professional education division of UC Davis. In this capacity, UC Davis Extension partners with campus schools, colleges and faculty to create global access to the distinctive knowledge and resources of UC Davis. UC Davis Extension instructors include outstanding faculty from across UC Davis as well as distinctive working professionals in a wide variety of disciplines. 


    Appointment Type: New Career

    Requisition #: 03019255
    Full Consideration Date: 6/16/17

    In order to apply for this position, please visit: https://www.employment.ucdavis.edu and search by requisition number  03019255.  


  • 04 Jun 2017 7:00 PM | Anonymous

    Manager, Instructional Design - Rocklin, CA

    Summary:

    Esurance is hiring a Manager, Instructional Design to join our Training team in the Rocklin, CA office. As the Manager, Instructional Design you will be accountable for the strategy and execution of the instructional design function, to include but not limited to, managing existing processes in addition to process improvement and creating standards of quality and measures of success. In this role, you will also be responsible for building and maintaining excellent rapport with our leaders across the organization (the customers) so that they have a clear understanding of the business operations and needs, with the ability to maintain and maximize all budgets and expenses. As the Manager, Instructional Design you will drive our development and innovation goals.

    Responsibilities:

    • Builds and directs the strategy for development/ design of current and new platforms, such as video, micro-learning and mobile.
    • Leads the instructional design function and its associates.
    • Collaborates with the training leaders on project intakes, charters, design, creation and results.
    • Oversees all initiatives, programs or processes that are highly complex in nature
    • Formulates strategies to achieve company learning goals and creates concept designs.
    • Addresses program feasibility (financial, operational, and technical); directs the requirements and measurements in order to determine impact of programs.
    • Evaluates impact and effectiveness of our training initiatives as compared with established goals with the business. Ensures the service level agreements are met by both training and the business.
    • Develops communication strategies
    • Partners with other department staff or external resources to solicit and integrate input from key stakeholders
    • Proactively evaluates procedures and processes regularly and determines/ recommends alternatives or improvements. Establishes and tracks training performance and reports findings to business leaders.
    • Communicates and presents project information to project team / updates to senior level management
    • Actively builds strong relationships among teams and team members to ensure cooperation on project objectives, Ensures processes are followed and applied consistently throughout team/department
    • Responsible for the employment, promotion, associate performance evaluation, training, motivation, counseling, and discipline of assigned associates.

    Qualifications:

    • Experience in human performance improvement or organizational design
    • Experience in Instructional design Classroom and Virtual
    • Ability to think from both a strategic and tactical perspective
    • Experience creating and implementing change management initiatives
    • Possesses advanced working knowledge of ID tools such as Captivate, Storyboard, video editing software and collaborative tools.
    • Leverages awareness of current industry standards/environment to impact decisions and indicate requirements 


    Experience / Education

    • 5+ years of experience leading learning and development organization
    • 5 plus years learning management system experience, including implementation
    • 3 plus years eLearning design and development experience
    • Experience in video, mobile technologies and virtual learning
    • E-learning Certificate or designation
    • BA or Masters in Instructional design and technology
    • BA in adult learning or Education preferred

    Apply Now

     

  • 04 Jun 2017 6:52 PM | Anonymous

    Program Specialist - City of Sacramento 

    Description

    All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline: http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities/Career-Opportunities-Open

    THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

    The City of Sacramento's Human Resources Department is seeking a dynamic, innovative and experienced professional to oversee, develop and execute Citywide trainings and career/organizational development programs.  The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience developing and executing diversity, equity and inclusion programs and trainings; identifying training/programmatic needs and providing recommendations to address those needs (with and without a budget); experience developing and presenting reports; and a thorough understanding of adult-learning methods and training methods and techniques. Additionally, the ideal candidate will exhibit sound judgment-making skills; experience completing assignments with a high level of independence and expertise; experience working for a public-sector agency, or similarly sized private-sector entity; as well as experience managing multiple customer inquiries, balancing stakeholders of varying interests, and communicating effectively across the organization.

    POSITION DESCRIPTION

    Under general direction the Program Specialist plans, directs, and supervises all of the activities of a major department or Citywide program or project with moderate visibility and impact; conducts studies and makes recommendations; monitors program compliance; represents the department in contacts with media, internal and external agencies, and organizations.

    Requirements

    Knowledge of:

    • Principles and practices of public administration and governmental finance, budgeting, and accounting.
    • Procurement methods.
    • Research techniques, methods and procedures.
    • Methods and practices of modern office management.
    • Principles and practices of program management and administration.
    • Technical report writing.
    • Methods of analysis.
    • Principles and practices of supervision.

    Skill in:

    • Managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
    • Customer service, including dealing with people under stress, and problem solving.
    • Use of computers, computer applications, and software.

    Ability to:

    • Effectively plan, develop, and implement a comprehensive program with a broad scope and high degree of complexity.
    • Supervise and direct professional, technical, and clerical staff.
    • Analyze fiscal problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations.
    • Make effective presentations to public officials, committees, and outside agencies.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
    • Prepare technical and analytic reports.
    • Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
    • Make program or project changes based on analysis of results, new legislation, or departmental changes.
    • Meet multiple deadlines.


    EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

    Experience:

    Four years of progressively responsible professional-level administrative experience.

    -AND-

    Education:

    A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration or a closely related field.

    Note:  It is highly desirable the required years of professional-level experience be attained in a governmental jurisdiction. 

    Substitution:

    Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.

    SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

    Driver License:

    Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

    Proof of Education:

    Proof of education such as college transcripts and/or degrees must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office in person, as an attachment(s) to the online application, faxed to (916) 596-1556, or e-mailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org by the final filing deadline, June 07, 2017. If submitting in person or via fax, please include your name and RECRUITMENT #001799-17-HR on your documents.

    An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted before you will be considered for any positions.

    Apply Now

  • 04 Jun 2017 6:45 PM | Anonymous

    Eyefinity Implementation Consultant - Rancho Cordova, CA

    VSP Global is comprised of five complementary businesses that combine high-quality eye care insurance, high-fashion eyewear, customized lenses, ophthalmic technology and retail solutions, with employees in over 23 countries. No matter the role, we’re all focused on a singular mission: to help people see. Learn more by visiting https://vspglobal.com/cms/careers/

    General Summary

    With minimal direction, provide leadership development, change management and training expertise in support of strategic business objectives for client implementations and Eyefinity software applications.

    Essential Functions

    Presentation:

     

    Consult with clients to identify business workflow analysis

     

    Work with clients to define system design and configuration for preferences, lens and frame inventory, scheduling, etc.

     

    Manage client expectations around application functions

     

    Establish project milestones and ensure team deliverables are met

     

    Remotely resolve customer issues during implementation

     

    Investigate, track and resolve client issues

     

    Build documentation, processes and tools for services to ease implementation

     

    Complete thorough and accurate documentation of training sessions and onsite consultations

     

    Develop criteria for evaluating success of implemented programs; recommend program improvements and implement resulting changes

     

    Proactively identifies new processes and solutions

     

    Assist in development of criteria for evaluating training programs

     

    Serve as a project lead on all aspects of assigned major training efforts. Manage logistics, curriculum, delivery and assessment

     

    Work with conversion team, IT support, Implementation Coordinators and training specialists to deliver a successful customer implementation

     

    Serve as an expert trainer/developer for enterprise-wide workforce development; serve as lead and mentor to other trainers

     

    Develop, recommend and implement process improvements to ensure quality service and improve efficiencies

     

    Build documentation, processes and tools for services to ease implementation

     

    Facilitate seminars, workshops and other training sessions to address business and organizational needs

     

    Assist with conducting in-house staff training of updated software versions

     

    Complete thorough and accurate documentation of training sessions and onsite consultations

     

    Measure training effectiveness through question/answer, polling and surveys; monitor program effectiveness and report results to management

     

    Keep up to date with new version upgrades by gathering information from all available resources, such as QA, Development and Documentation

     

    Job Specifications

    Typically has the following skills or abilities:

     

    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

     

    Minimum three years of experience implementing software and training for end users

     

    Minimum of three years of related professional experience

     

    Strong interpersonal skills and a high standard for communication

     

    Ability to be a team player and work effectively and prioritize customer satisfaction

     

    Demonstrated experience implementing business or clinically oriented software solutions

     

    Strong organizational and problem solving skills

     

    Demonstrated leadership skills

     

    Working knowledge of software implementation

     

    Proven ability to motivate and work within a team environment

     

    Multi-tasking across several projects

     

    Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skill with an ability to establish rapport, trust, confidence, credibility with business owners and staff

     

    Demonstrated competency in communication, training, presentation, research investigation, analysis, negotiation, organizational and administration

     

    Demonstrated success working directly with customers to implement new products, achieving high customer satisfaction and efficient delivery of the software

     

    Demonstrated ability to work with and teach varying degrees of abilities and experience levels using technology, software tools and hands-on training methods to address adult learning styles

     

    Knowledge of computer-based training software, word processing, presentation tools.  Knowledge of web-based training and tracking tools

     

    Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

     

    Valid driver’s license

     

    Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties

    Working Conditions / Physical Demands

    The working environment is generally favorable.  Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.

     

    The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

     

     

     

    The information above describes the general nature of the position and serves as a summary of the typical job functions. It's not a comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, or duties.

     

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.


    Nearest Major Market: Sacramento
    Job Segment: Ophthalmic, Implementation Manager, Quality Assurance, Testing, Behavioral Health, Healthcare, Technology

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  • 04 Jun 2017 6:43 PM | Anonymous

    Learning technologist - Roseville, CA

    Our Organization

    Rabobank N.A. is an award-winning, full-service bank serving California communities grounded in agriculture. With more than $14 billion in assets, Rabobank provides a wide range of financial products and services for individual, business, and food and agribusiness customers. Multi-function ATMs at approximately 100 branches, and online and mobile banking resources empower Californians to bank when, where and how they want. Committed to service, Rabobank’s more than 1,500 employees take pride in improving their communities personally and professionally. Rabobank N.A. is a nationally chartered bank, FDIC member and equal opportunity lender.

    Your Function:

    Rabobank, N.A. has an exciting opportunity for a Learning Technologist located at our Roseville Executive Offices! The Learning Technologist under limited supervision, serves as a resource to employees - Learning & Organizational Development, Human Resources staff, or Compliance training in the mechanics of the current learning management system, compliance training tracking data base, performance management system, talent management (succession planning) system, eLearning instructional and technical design, metrics reporting, and training tracking –as well as other educational technology applications and functions. Performs a variety of professional duties required to support the research and development of online, face-to-face, and hybrid educational programs to meet Bank, Compliance & Human Resources goals. Regular research and development will be required to maintain up-to-date best-practice processes, metrics, and procedures within the learning and technology fields. Reporting of metrics to support strategic decision making and compliance with internal goals and procedures. Produces materials, graphics, flowcharts, reports and more to support Compliance initiatives.

    Responsibilities will include and are not limited to the following:

    • Provides system administration and technical assistance for the current learning, performance, compliance training tracking system and talent management systems as well as other learning and organizational development or compliance technology applications.
    • Generation of reports, flowcharts, graphics and metrics for learning assessments, monthly, quarterly, or annual evaluation results, performance management compliance, leaning completions, budget totals, and other reports as needed by other lines of business.
    • Tracking, monitoring, and escalating all trainings assigned thought the learning management system. Applies company policies and procedures and best practices to manage accurate tracking, monitoring, updating and maintenance as required. Functions as a key subject matter resource for all report creation within the LMS or other tracking tools.
    • Researches current industry standards for metrics, educational technology products, and delivery opportunities for eLearning to the Director of L&OD or the Compliance Training Manager. Tracks and maintains data and records related to succession planning, learning completions, development programs, and other Compliance initiatives.
    • Coordinates educational technology related projects for learning & organizational  development, or coordinates educational eLearning’s related to the compliance mandatory learning matrix. 
    • Collaborates with the Instructional Designers, and will assist in creation of online learnings for Compliance as well as ensuring congruence between training materials and support provided to students and faculty, including style guide usage, consistent verbiage, etc.
    • Performs other job related duties as assigned.
    Your Profile:

    The successful candidate will possess the following:

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Instructional Design & Technology, or other related field preferred.
    • Minimum of four years' experience in Human Resources, Learning, or Organizational Development, banking, or the bank compliance field with at least two years' experience as a learning performance and talent management system administrator.
    •  Must be flexible and adaptable to changes and self-starter.
    • Possess effective time management and organizational skills.
    • Exemplary motivation, enthusiasm, and professionalism.
    • High level of accuracy and great attention to detail.
    • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
    • Consistently demonstrate tact, discretion and good judgment.
    • Ability to comprehend banking and regulatory compliance as needed.
    • Ability to handle pressures resulting from required deadlines and reporting requirements.
    • Able to work effectively without direct supervision.
    • Proficient in MS Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel (i.e. Pivot tables, etc.) authoring tools such as Adobe Captivate and other creative software.
    • Must have experience with project management, instructional design, and organizational development concepts and practices.
    • Ability to travel between bank and customer locations and/or commute for training purposes – less than 25% of time.
    We Offer:

    Rabobank is committed to attracting, retaining and rewarding employees. We offer competitive salaries, bank wide cash bonus plans, generous benefits and a supportive work environment with global career growth potential.

    Additional Information:

    Rabobank is an Equal Opportunity- Affirmative Action Employer.

    Interested?

    For immediate consideration, please complete an on-line application.

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  • 04 Jun 2017 6:39 PM | Anonymous

    Senior Organizational Effectiveness Consultant - Sacramento, CA

    Description

    Provides change management consultation, guidance and support throughout the plan, design, implementation and measurement phases of change initiatives. Assigned to one or more project teams supporting project directors to facilitate a smooth transition of the people aspects of a change process including; changes to business processes, systems, technology, job roles and organizational structures. Uses identified best practices to design and execute change management plans that minimize resistance and maximize employee engagement. Serves as a liaison between the change management team and the project team. Advises project teams on effective change strategy. Completes a range of specific tasks associated with the people aspects of planned changes including; stakeholder identification, impact analysis, communication & training plans, organization and job design, business readiness assessments and change measurement. Supports and engages senior leaders and executives to help them fulfill the role of change sponsor. May provide direct support and coaching to front-line managers and supervisors as they help their direct reports through transitions.


    This role can be located either in Emeryville or Sacramento.

    Qualifications

     

    Education:

    Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Psychology is required.   Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

    Master's Degree desired.

     

    Preferred Licensure and Certification:

    Project Management Professional - PMP

    Change Management Certification

    Lean Six Sigma Certification

     

    Required Experience:
    Requires an educational background in Human Resources, as would normally be acquired through a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Psychology or the equivalent as obtained through a BA or BS in another discipline and project management/change leadership experience as typically acquired in 6 or more years of experience.
    Must have experience demonstrating the ability to develop, implement and administer organization development or change management programs.
    Healthcare system experience is helpful, particularly in a multiple stakeholder environment.
    Must have demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of management and staff to achieve desired outcome results as well as to manage large projects and initiate/ implement/ administer diverse programs.

    Required Knowledge and Skills:
    Must have extensive knowledge of change management and how people go through a change and the change process.
    Must understand project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle.
    Must understand process improvement methodologies.
    Must be familiar with business process redesign and reengineering in healthcare settings.
    Must have knowledge of effective leadership and employee engagement strategies.
    Must understand how to assess training needs and developing training plans to prepare employees for changing roles and responsibilities, developing curriculum and training materials, coaching leaders and managers.
    Must have extensive knowledge in planning for and writing communications to proactively manage predictable reactions and resistance to change efforts.
    Must understand how to successfully influencing and engaging executives, leaders, managers and staff.
    Must have the skills to effectively lead change and transition.
    Requires strong collaboration skills to facilitate open sharing of information between various areas of functional expertise within the system and the affiliates.
    Demonstrated ability to effectively manage/recommend through functional (vs. line) leadership and personal influence to achieve a positive effect.
    Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills are required to establish and maintain highly effective working relationships in an extremely fast paced and demanding work environment.
    Strong analytical and conceptual skills.

    Ability to develop creative solutions.
    Must have demonstrated organizational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects within given timelines.


     

    Primary Location

    : California-Greater Sacramento Area-Sacramento

    Other Locations

    : California-East Bay-Emeryville

    Organization

    : Sutter Health System Office

    Employee Status

    : Regular

    Posting Type: All Applications Accepted

    Employment Incentive: No     

    Employee Referral Bonus: No

    Benefits: Yes    Position Status: Exempt    Union: No

    Job Shift: Day    Shift Hours- 8 Hour Shift

    Days of the Week Scheduled: Monday-Friday    Weekend Requirements: Other

    Schedule: Full Time    Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period: 80

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  • 04 Jun 2017 6:35 PM | Anonymous

     Tech Training Specialist II - Sacramento, CA

    Requisition ID 92109BRDate updated 02/03/2017

    Job Description: Raytheon Intelligence and Information Services (IIS) – Cyber Security & Special Missions (CSM) – Raytheon Foreground Security (RFS) has an immediate opening for a Training Specialist to aid in the effort of conducting training and knowledge transfer to the customer.


    Responsibilities will include:

     

    • · Aid in knowledge transfer efforts;

    • · Obtains information needed to prepare in-house training programs;

    • · Prepares training materials; develops course content; determines methodology; and coordinates the development of training aids;

    • · Conducts and schedules training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities;

    • · Utilize subject matter experts as needed for training content;

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Systems or equivalent;

    • 2+ years concentration conducting training;

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

    • Personality traits: Naturally curious and inquisitive nature; persistent and determined; loves solving problems and puzzles; analytically rigorous; uncompromising integrity.

    • · 4+ years concentration in training capacity;

    • · Experience providing Cyber Security training to include Security operations;

    • · At least 1 security certification as stated below

    • o CISSP

    • o PMP

    • o CCNP

    • o Or related advanced IT certification


    About Raytheon Foreground Security:


    Through a strategic approach to security, Raytheon Foreground Security (RFS) enables organizations to optimize their network security investment while taking a proactive approach to protecting their most important information assets from potential threats. Foreground Security provides organizations with the full lifecycle of Information Security Services including SOC operation services, architecture and engineering, assessments, training, technology resale, and implementation and integration.


    Our solutions include a combination of software, services and education to help mitigate information security risks that are a part of today's business world. RFS’ Virtual SOC offerings (V-SOC)are a next generation approach to traditional managed services. While ensuring all customer data remains on premise at their facilities we leverage our client's existing security infrastructure and integrate our patent pending ATIP(Advanced Threat Intelligence Platform) to identify critical Indicators of Compromise (IOC's). This allows our customers to leverage our expertise where they need it most - in diagnosing and responding to real incidents occurring within their network infrastructure. Our incident response and forensics capabilities are exceptional and are leveraged by many fortune 500organizations as well as State and Local and Federal Government agencies.

    RFS2017

    92109

    Business Unit Profile
    Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services delivers innovative technology to make the world a safer place. Our expertise in cyber, analytics and automation allow us to reach beyond what others think is possible to underpin national security and give our global customers unique solutions to solve the most pressing modern challenges -- from cybersecurity to automated operations, and from high-consequence training to clear insight from large volumes of data. IIS operates at nearly 550 sites in 80 countries, and is headquartered in Dulles, VA. The business area generated approximately $6 billion in 2015 revenues. As a global business, our leaders must have the ability to understand, embrace and operate in a multicultural world -- in the marketplace and the workplace. We strive to hire people who reflect our communities and embrace diversity and inclusion to advance our culture, develop our employees, and grow our business.


    Relocation Eligible
    No
    Clearance Type
    None / Not Required
    Expertise
    Cyber Jobs
    Type Of Job
    Full Time
    Work Location
    CA - Sacramento

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