Career Opportunities

Training/Organizational Development Analyst II - Placer County, CA

Position Information

The Placer County Human Resources Department (Learning and Development Division) is currently accepting applications for Training/Organization Development Analyst - II. This position is responsible for applying excellent learning professional best practices to instructional design, eLearning, and key organizational development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience creating and managing employee learning and development programs to increase overall organizational effectiveness. Reporting to the Senior Training and Organizational Development Analyst, this position will exercise independent judgment in design, development, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs. In collaboration with the HR Learning & Development team and key department staff, this position will lead and support employee engagement initiatives, wellness, organizational development efforts, and program effectiveness.

Definition

Under general direction, to assist in planning, organizing, developing, designing, coordinating, and presenting County-wide and departmental specific training programs; to facilitate/mediate workplace disputes/issues in the County in an effort to resolve issues, complaints, or disputes; to assist with the development and implementation of County-wide staff development and organizational programs; to act in as a productive and positive team member.

SALARY	$38.60 - $48.20/hour; $6,690.67 - $8,354.67/month; $80,288.00 - $100,256.00/year
DEPARTMENT	Human Resources
JOB TYPE	Open
DATE OPENED	9/27/2019 08:00:00 AM
FILING DEADLINE	10/11/2019 5:00:00 PM
EMPLOYMENT TYPE	Permanent/Full Time (40 hrs/week)
WORK LOCATION	Auburn Area (Applegate, Auburn, Colfax, Foresthill, Meadow Vista, Penryn)

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Statewide Learning Manager - Sacramento, CA

Job Description and Duties

CalHR is in search of a senior-level manager to lead the statewide Human Resources (HR) and Lean Academies. In this unique leadership position, you will have the opportunity to directly and positively impact over 150 state departments through HR skills training and continuous improvement programming. You will partner closely with agencies, departments, labor unions, human resources organizations, academia, and vendors to deliver innovative civil service led programs that support state HR professionals and those seeking to implement continuous improvement processes. As a CalHR Academy Manager, you will help build the California Human Resources Academy and lead the California Lean Academy, so bring your strong leadership skills and passion for talent development to this position and help us develop a highly-skilled civil service workforce to serve the needs of all Californians.

Under the general direction of the Chief Learning Officer, the Staff Services Manager II Academy Manager responsibilities include:

• Leads and inspires program staff to deliver outstanding training in support of statewide efforts to develop and sustain a highly talented civil service workforce.
• Serves as a subject matter expert in the training of human resource management and continuous improvement when designing and implementing statewide training programs and when providing consulting services in support of statewide and agency and department-specific training initiatives.
• Ensures statewide training programs, tools, resources, and services are properly evaluated for effectiveness and that they represent the best talent development solutions available.
• Ensures the financial stability of the program by delivering programs to departments through academy programs, vendor contracts, and interagency agreements.
• Develops, advocates, and implements policy changes to improve civil service talent development solutions and requirements.
• Provides expert guidance and assists with the design, development, delivery of civil service taught training associated with CalHR’s training programs.
• Partners with the Leadership Academy Manager to deliver statewide training solutions utilizing shared resources and development tools that align with the mission of CalHR.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information

CalHR Mission and Vision

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is responsible for all issues related to employee salaries and benefits, job classifications, civil rights, training, exams, recruitment and retention. For most employees, many of these matters are determined through the collective bargaining process managed by CalHR.

Our Vision: To be the premier leader and trusted partner in innovative human resources management.

Our Mission: To provide exceptional human resources leadership and services with integrity, respect and accountability to state departments and all current and prospective employees.

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-166988
Position #(s): 363-920-4801-XXX
Working Title: Statewide Learning Manager
Classification: Staff Services Manager II (Supervisory) $6,495.00 - $8,070.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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Instructional Designer (1-4 Positions) - Sacramento, CA

Final Filing Date:  9/10/19

Under general direction of the Senior Instructional Designer for CPE's new Graduate Degree Development Team, works with department staff, faculty and/or Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design online graduate level courses, blended courses, and e-learning assets. Consults with faculty to understand their vision for their course, and assists faculty to develop quality content, assessments, assignments, cases, and simulations appropriate for graduate-level learners. Using pedagogical training and educational technology tools, produces and edits content, develops learning assets, and designs/executes learner engagements. Provides project management for all assigned projects, and coordinates with media team assigned to support video and audio production needs of each course. Operates in a high volume environment, managing multiple projects and priorities.

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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eLearning Content Developer - Sacramento, CA

Matheson helps families across the United States receive their mail safely and on time. This is the #1 goal of our customers, which include the USPS and other major commercial carriers. Our honest, hard-working, collaborative team members are driven to achieve this by demonstrating excellence in everything we do. Join us! We are searching for an eLearning Content Developer at our Corporate Office facility in Sacramento.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The eLearning Content Developer plays an integral role in the expansion of exceptional online professional development across Matheson Companies to support elearning in professional development, compliance, and process. The eLearning Content Developer reports to the Organizational Development Manager to partner in design and build learning experiences that help Matheson employees succeed. This hands-on role in an emerging team, provides an opportunity to create the blue-print for great multimedia training content for the future of online professional development at Matheson.

Content Design

• Collaborate with Organizational Development Manager to provide input and recommendations for engaging, relevant, and effective content.
• Develop eLearning courses/curriculum that are based on sound instructional design principles and a variety of instructional methodologies to support employee development across Matheson’s business units.

Content Development

• Write training content to suit audience, in motivational, compliance, technical or informational nature.
• Produce script for training video production.
• Ensure messages and terminology are consistent across all written materials.
• Re-conceptualize existing in-person professional development programs for online delivery.
• Collaborate with Organizational Development Manager, subject matter experts and consultants to ensure the development of excellent learning training, multimedia and materials.
• Develop graphics/media assets to bring story elements and concepts to life visually using curriculum design software.
• Apply effective and timely project management skills to handle multiple concurrent projects.
• Execute project requirements working under tight deadlines.
• Maintain excellent interpersonal relationships with employees and vendors.

Content Delivery

• Launch elearning modules in Cornerstone LMS.
• Administration of LMS including loading, testing, and maintenance of courses/curriculums.
• Analyze user engagement, management of dashboards and homepage, audience management.
• Apply trends and best practices in learning technologies.
• Continuously build personal knowledge of eLearning, training, technology applications and best practices with emphasis in digital delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience in eLearning development (e-Learning or Instructional Design Certificate desired)
• Proficiency in multiple authoring tools (Storyline, Captivate, Camtasia, etc.) to develop eLearning courses
• Familiarity with LMS, CMS, and E-Learning standards (AICC, SCORM, xAPI, etc.)
• Experience delivering educational content through learning management systems
• Proven project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and evidence of effective relationship management
• Adult learning theory
• Building professional development courses
• Producing digital media
• Pro-active
• Problem-solving
• Adaptability
• Ability to manage own time and work under tight deadlines
• Effective time management, multi-tasking and organizing skills
• Teamwork and influence
• Ability to communicate effectively including writing skills.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and thorough

Regular Employee. Salaried position, based on experience.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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Training Analyst - West Sacramento, CA

Job Description and Duties

The CalSTRS Member Account Services division is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Associate Governmental Program Analyst on the Training and Development Team.

The Member Account Services (MAS) Division is comprised of seven units: Employer Services; Training Services; Analytical, Legislation, & Information Services; Employer Adjustment; Testing & Employer Support; Compensation Review; and the Project Team. The division is the primary communication interface with the plan’s participating employers. It is also the custodian of the members’ accounts from election to benefit/termination status. Over a million contribution lines are submitted monthly from participating employers and MAS staff ensures the timeliness and accuracy of the contribution data. Strong analytical abilities centered in data analysis and mathematical calculations along with good communication skills are needed.

The Training and Development Team is responsible for providing training to the county offices of education, community colleges, K-12 school districts, charter schools and CalSTRS staff. The unit is a subject matter expert in the Teachers’ Retirement Law and the California Code of Regulations that the division is responsible for administering.

Under the direction of the Pension Program Manager I (PPMI), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst serves as a trainer for the MAS division staff and CalSTRS’ employer reporting partners. The incumbent performs a full range of independent journey level analytical assignments requiring strong analytical skills and effective written and verbal communication skills. 

Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now.

A resume, cover letter, and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. See the Statement of Qualifications section of the job posting for more details.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information

The California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) is the largest educator-only pension fund in the world. CalSTRS proudly provides retirement, disability and survivor benefits to California’s 949,000 public school educators and their families.

We encourage you to join our world-class financial services institution and state agency. Our headquarters and member service centers located across the state feature sustainable construction, plenty of natural lighting and functionally-designed work spaces. At our LEED Platinum headquarters in West Sacramento, enjoy the full service cafe, free onsite fitness center, bicycle library and walks along the Sacramento River. In addition to state-of-the-art amenities, we offer thriving wellness and sustainability programs, an award-winning employee recognition program, and ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-168286
Position #(s): 815-430-5393-012
Working Title: Training Analyst
Classification: Associate Governmental Program Analyst ($5,149.00 - $6,446.00)
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Yolo County
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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Customer Service Training Manager - West Sacramento, CA

Job Description and Duties

Are you interested in a unique opportunity to grow professionally and work with a diverse team while impacting the lives of California’s educators? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment while building a healthy work culture for your staff and co-workers? Do you enjoy successfully coaching, mentoring, and developing others to help them succeed? CalSTRS Customer Service Division is looking for a well-qualified candidate to fill the Training Manager position.

Customer Service is the first point of contact for CalSTRS’ members, benefit recipients, and other constituents. Through multiple communication channels which include telephone, secure messaging, and written correspondence, Contact Center Agents and Analysts are responsible for providing excellent member service through accurate, consistent, complete, and timely responses to each inquiry. Our division is also responsible for transactional processing of various forms and documents.

The Training Unit develops and teaches New Employee Training, NET, for new Contact Center agents/analysts and on-going training for seasoned staff, such as online message training and refresher training. Also coordinates with Training Enrollment to ensure staff are enrolled in CalSTRS training courses.

Under the general direction of the Learning & Quality Assessment Section Manager, the Training Manager leads, plans, organizes, and directs the performance of a team of five analysts serving as trainers. The Customer Service Training Manager will:

• Coach, mentor, and develop staff toward high quality performance.
• Monitor individual and team performance ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Coordinate with peers and the Customer Service leadership team to coordinate and initiate actions to ensure service objectives are met.
• Ensure staff resources are deployed efficiently to meet service levels, maintaining quality assurance, information accuracy, and risk management.
• Recommend, execute, monitor, and evaluate initiatives as directed and in alignment with Customer Service’s annual business plan and CalSTRS strategic goals.
• Foster a healthy working environment to support CalSTRS as an employer of choice and consistently model the CalSTRS core values and competencies.
• Provide direct reports with objective well-documented evaluations, consistent and timely feedback, appropriate recognition, and support to maximize their performance and development.
• Enable the process of change and transition while helping others deal with the accompanying impacts.
• Build a collaborative and high-performing work team to maximize performance and promote engagement and accountability.

Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now.

A cover letter, resume, and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. See the Required Application Package Documents section of the job posting for more details.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information

The California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) is the largest educator-only pension fund in the world. CalSTRS proudly provides retirement, disability and survivor benefits to California’s 949,000 public school educators and their families.

We encourage you to join our world-class financial services institution and state agency. Our headquarters and member service centers located across the state feature sustainable construction, plenty of natural lighting and functionally-designed work spaces. At our LEED Platinum headquarters in West Sacramento, enjoy the full service cafe, free onsite fitness center, bicycle library and walks along the Sacramento River. In addition to state-of-the-art amenities, we offer thriving wellness and sustainability programs, an award-winning employee recognition program, and ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-167524
Position #(s): 815-437-4864-021
Working Title: Customer Service Training Manager
Classification: Pension Program Manager I ($6,163.00 - $7,661.00)
Will Consider: Staff Services Manager I ($6,124.00 - $7,608.00)
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Yolo County
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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Training Officer I - Sacramento, CA

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) is currently recruiting for one Training Officer I/AGPA to join our team! 

Be a part of a dynamic team assisting DOJ leaders and staff in the development of our employee’s professional skills to better serve Californians!

• Are you looking for a rewarding, challenging, and satisfying career?
• Do you enjoy working with teams to develop new curriculum to enhance professional development?
• Are you a creative professional looking to contribute your strengths to impact others’ personal and professional growth? 
• Do you excel in presenting and facilitating professional development training?
• Do you have a “Can do attitude” that inspires those around you? 

The Department of Justice offers a downtown location, close to many eateries and beautiful walking paths around the State Capitol. Subsidized parking is available to employees conveniently located one block away from the building.  Another subsidy offered to DOJ employees is the public transportation passes, with Light Rail located just two blocks away. The Side Bar Café is a popular breakfast and lunch option located within the building next to a Golden One ATM machine.  If you prefer commuting by bicycle, an indoor locker-room is available for bike parking with a mezzanine space for showering, as well. 

The final filing date is 7/30/19 and you can view the posting HERE.  If you have any questions, please refer to the job posting for contact information.

At Aerojet Rocketdyne, our people further the exploration of space, and keep America safe. It doesn’t get much better than that. From the Apollo missions to exploring Pluto, we have a long history of accomplishments. We have a number of exciting, challenging and rewarding Human Resources positions that could match your skills and experience. This posting represents openings which may be located at either Sacramento, CA; Canoga Park, CA; or Redmond, WA as designated:

Manager, Talent and Performance Management – Job ID 15261

Manager, Learning and Change Management - Job ID 15262

Cornerstone Talent Administrator - Job ID 15257

Cornerstone LMS Administrator - Job ID 15258

Early Career Programs Talent Specialist - Job ID 15238

Most positions require a Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline and at least 3 years of related HR experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience administering or power user of one or more of the following systems strongly preferred based on the position:

• Cornerstone Learning, Performance, Succession, Compensation and/or Connect;
• iCIMS Recruit, TextRecruit and/or HireVue;
• Oracle Human Capital Management module and OBIEE.

Additionally, all positions require:

• US Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and creative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skill in identifying customer needs and delivering customer service.
• Experience in positions that have required significant attention to detail, follow through, flexibility, and the ability to effectively handle a variety of complex responsibilities in a multi-tasking, deadline-driven environment.

In addition to medical/dental/vision insurance, our benefits include a 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick leave, year-end shut down and more.

APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.ROCKET.COM/CAREERS (search for the job ID of interest)

Aerojet Rocketdyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans & Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Assistant/Associate Professor & Program Lead, Organizational Learning & Effectiveness - Sacramento, CA

Position Description

We seek a leader with a creative and entrepreneurial spirit to serve a vital role as we fulfill our vision to be a center of innovation and learning in Northern California and beyond.  We are searching for a colleague with a deep commitment to engaging students in real-world practice through teaching that challenges dominant norms.  We are building a curious, inquiring, and courageous community of practitioners who are committed to revolutionizing learning systems, structures, and cultures.  

As one example of that commitment, our faculty members facilitate all courses through an experiential-focused, project-based curriculum.  Our master’s courses are all centered on culminating projects where students work with clients in real-world settings.  We hope to find a colleague who will help us move even further in creating the most transformational and impactful programs possible.

This new colleague will serve as program lead of our successful MA in Organizational Learning and Effectiveness, launched in Fall 2016.  The program is designed to develop students to be creative, flexible, and caring professionals who lead the development of people, performance, and organizations.  The program is unique in its deep focus on real-world application and focus on innovation and creativity.

The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of or potential for research, leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and stakeholders.  This position will take an active role in our community engagement efforts in the region. 

Duties

The basic teaching workload is three courses each semester and two courses in the summer.  Program leadership responsibilities will result in a one-course teaching release in the fall, spring, and summer.  The position also includes involvement in EdD dissertations, student recruitment, community engagement, curriculum development, internal service, and scholarship (which can include contributions to research outlets or practitioner settings).

As Program Lead, this position will play a key role in working to build and sustain the programs in Organizational Learning and Effectiveness by:

• Providing overall vision and direction for the program
• Leading the iteration and assessment of the program purpose, scope, and outcomes (MA Concentration and EdD Specialization)
• Leading the conceptualization and implementation of a student-based consulting practice, leveraging our project-based curriculum and the Benerd Innovation and Change Collaborative (faculty-run consulting practice)
• Building community and regional relationships to advance the program
• Enhancing and executing our marketing plan for the program
• Serving as faculty contact for prospective students
• Presenting and engaging with prospective students at various recruitment events, both in person and online
• Developing faculty and providing opportunities for professional development/collaboration to transform the teaching/learning experience

This colleague will hold the rank of assistant or associate professor, depending on experience level.  This is a 12-month, non-tenure position with eligibility for promotion to associate and/or full professor.  The position will work at both the Sacramento and Stockton Campuses, with primary campus assignment in Sacramento. 

Basic Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a field related to learning, leadership, and change.  Possible areas of study include human resource development, organization development, and organizational learning (outstanding ABDs considered, if completing degree by August 2019)
• Demonstrated success as a practitioner in a field related to organizational learning and effectiveness
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a caring and rigorous educational environment
• Demonstrated ability to engage with colleagues in innovative program and curriculum development, and teaching practices
• Demonstrated commitment to personal development and growth in one’s own teaching and practice
• Demonstrated excellence in applied scholarly research or evidence-based practice
• Demonstrated interest and experience in working in partnership with community groups, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations, as appropriate to the position
• Demonstrated successful teaching and/or training facilitation experience with adult learners
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and working with students from multicultural communities

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful hybrid or online teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience with innovation methodologies (e.g., design thinking, human-centered design, lean startup)

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Training Analyst - Sacramento, CA

Salary Range: $2008.00 to $4107.20 Bi-weekly

Final Filing Date: 05/15/2019

Responsibilities
The Training Analyst supports the patient care, teaching, research and public service mission of UC Davis Health (UCDH) by the commitment to provide development and enrichment opportunities for staff by serving as a UCDH expert in expanding employees' skill, knowledge and ability and thereby contributing to the well-being and success of individual staff members and UCDH.  The primary responsibility for this role will be to develop, design, deliver and evaluate classroom and individual/group training programs related-but not limited to- business practices, professional development and competency, supervisory and leader development, and customer service.  Other responsibilities include-but not limited to- classroom instruction,  learning management system support and/or backup, Staff Tuition for Education Program (STEP) processing, general office support and backup.

Qualifications
REQUIRED

• Classroom teaching and/or presentation experience.
• Curriculum design, development, and instructional design principles of training programs for a variety of audiences
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to interact successfully and efficiently with a wide range of individuals.

PREFERRED

• Demonstrated skill in conducting needs assessments and task analyses preferred
• Experience with using eLearning software (Captivate, etc.) preferred
• Member of ATD, strongly preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

• THIS POSITION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, DRUG SCREEN, LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINTING, MEDICAL EVALUATION CLEARANCE, AND FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY ASSESSMENT      

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities HERE

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer