Staff Development Specialist

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If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter. E-Verify : DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Full Position Description: No. Each Task and Indicate Percent of Time E or M The purpose of this position is to develop and deliver competency-based training for Economic and Employment Services (EES) programs, in order, to provide staff with the necessary skill sets to successfully fulfill the mission, strategic plan and goals of the organization. The incumbent is expected to be a leader who demonstrates a commitment to teamwork and customer service and who provides a harmonious work environment that is conducive to improving agency, region and program outcomes. In addition to the tasks listed below, the incumbent is expected to communicate the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the agency to peers, clients and the public; identify personal strengths and developmental needs to increase job performance and long-term career growth; continually analyze work processes, seek new approaches and make recommendations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the agency; work in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service; use free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments; contribute to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, clients, and the general public; adhere to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave and reports to work on time. E E E E 40% 35% 15% 10% Training Delivery - Delivers staff end-user and instructor training within the Northeast Region (and other regions, as needed). Training curriculum delivered may have been developed by the person delivering it or it may have been developed by others. Provides consultation to other staff delivering training as needed. Training delivery may be in a classroom, with individuals or small groups or via technology thus requiring the Staff Development Specialist to possess the technical, teaching and facilitation skills necessary to deliver effective training in any of these environments. Serves as a resource for EES staff, trouble-shooting issues, problem solving, analyzing and assisting with difficult cases, mentoring, reading cases and providing feedback Program Monitoring Assists in conducting case read reviews through an established protocol, in order to monitor compliance with policy and procedures and to assure appropriate service delivery. Completes the mandated case reviews, documents findings which includes making recommendations concerning areas of policy, training, program efficiencies and effectiveness by following established protocols. Develops and updates protocols and other monitoring tools to assist staff in meeting federal and state mandates. Acts as liaison to appropriate Program Administrators and Central Office personnel in gathering data, establishing corrective action plans and other activities as needed. Sets up and participates in entrance and exit conferences related to the case reviews. Case reviews are performed through investigation of the customers circumstances through the use of available computer information systems, research of records provided by customers, community resources, and when necessary, home visits provide information upon which eligibility decisions are based. Using East Region protocol, Reviewers will examine the electronic case file. They will also research KEES and all related computer data and analyze the impact on individual cases. Have a working knowledge of community agencies and resources available to the Northeast Region. Resolve all conflicts between federal and state policies and resolve conflicts between agency, client and collateral information. Records results on Northeast Region approved form and / or data bank (correct, incorrect, dollar amount) including documented reasons for error and substantiating state program manual reference. Decides independently, or with the aid of immediate supervisor, correctness of each factor of eligibility in multiple programs. Evaluate results to determine impact on customers. Conferences are conducted with appropriate individuals to share protocols and results of reviews. Comprehensive written reports are prepared utilizing fundamental accounting principles, knowledge of Federal and State policies and procedures and a high level of communication skill. Conferences and reports are to provide performance results of the regions' outcomes. This position will act as a hybrid position for EES Professional Development and Performance Improvement. Training Development - Develops curriculum and training materials utilizing a full spectrum of adult learning strategies and following best practices in instructional design. Training materials must be appropriate for the intended delivery method, including but not limited to, handouts, worksheets, visual aids, web-based training materials, videoconferences, and all other available technologies. Some courses may be developed for delivery by others and must include appropriate training materials, guides and instructions for activities. Routinely assess courses for accuracy and updates as needed to respond to changes in program policy and procedure, organizational needs and culture. Develops desk aids and other learning/work tools in response new policies or procedures, error trends or other needs of the EES program. Develops course-specific examination tools to measure learning achieved by students. May also develop or assist in the development of training evaluation tools to measure satisfaction, learning and application. Modifies courses as needed based upon analysis of information provided. Training Coordination and Registration, Professional Development, Special Projects - Upon receiving a training assignment, will reserve needed facilities, equipment and technology ensuring that the training opportunity adequately and effectively meets the needs of the trainer and customer. Enters course and other appropriate information into the learning management system and otherwise coordinates registration of training opportunities. Participates in special projects, meetings and conferences, demonstrating flexibility in priorities when needed to accommodate agency or program priorities. Participates in professional development activities in order to continuously improve training related skills and EES expertise. Performs additional job-related duties as assigned. All work is reviewed by the supervisor via direct observation and feedback from EES and Performance Improvement administrators, manager and students. Training delivery and resultant learning are also measured via surveys of students and their managers and testing of students.