This position is located within the Education and Staff Development Service at the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System in Montrose, NY. The Training Specialist is substantially involved in course development using recognized industry methods and standards focusing on the measurement of outcomes with instructional support for Medical Center Education Programs.

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** NOTE: This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-11. At the GS-09 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. Plans and develops education program/projects for a large organization (involves diverse educational, business, economic, cultural and social considerations such as Equal Employment Opportunity and workplace diversity); Designs curricula/trainings for assigned topics; Evaluates training using the Kirkpatrick Method and designs courses with the Instructional System Design process; Determines learning objectives, organize course content and develops instructional design plans for full length courses; Develops innovative and effective methods for improvement in education or training programs; Instructs in classroom and via modalities such as Microsoft Teams; Summarizes data, trends and/or opportunities and presents recommendations for new courses or course modifications; Contributes, evaluates, delivers, plans, develops, promotes, implements and schedules presenters/participates for existing and new educational programs and projects; Reviews educational products based on education standards, style guidelines, and quality; Develops new policies or revises policies covering education programs, activities or functions; Acts as Talent Management System (TMS) Learning manager; Works with an on-line learning management system and develops interactive e-learning training; Works with media and multi-media resources to provide a vivid and engaging learning experience; Experience with leadership development is essential, supervisory experience a plus; Performs other directly related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the GS-9 grad level, all applicants must meet one of the following: Specialized Experience: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Training Specialist, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled and experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s); (2) Supervising or administering a training program; (3) Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results; (4) Work in an educational occupation or subject-matter field that required training or instructing others on a regular basis. The work requires knowledge of on-line management systems and interactive e-learning. NOTE: NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must clearly indicate the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. ~OR~ Education: A master's, or equivalent degree or successfully completed 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a degree in education or a subject area related to this position. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position and must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. ~OR~ Combination: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed progressively higher-level graduate education (beyond the first year) and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total experience requirements for this grade level. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level, all applicants must meet one of the following: Specialized Experience: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Training Specialist, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled and experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Qualifying specialized experience include: (1) Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s); (2) Supervising or administering a training program; (3) Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results; (4) Work in an educational occupation or subject-matter field that required training or instructing others on a regular basis. At this level, applicants should possess experience working with on-line management systems and developing interactive e-learning programs; and work with media and multi-media resources to provide a vivid and engaging learning experience. NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must clearly indicate the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. ~OR~ Education: Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a degree in education, or a subject area related to this position. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position and must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: Transcripts (unofficial or official) must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. ~OR~ Combination: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed progressively higher-level graduate education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total experience requirements for this grade level. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. Education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: CommunicationsEducation and TrainingEmployee DevelopmentOrganizational DevelopmentTechnology Management IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Requirements: No special physical demands such as above average ability, dexterity or strength are required to perform the work. Work is sedentary and the person in this position may sit comfortably. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, etc. Fieldwork may involve traveling to meetings, conducting education programs, and locating sources of information. Work is usually performed in offices, meeting rooms or similar settings. Work may involve travel, including the normal everyday risks and discomforts of auto and air transportation. There may be occasional exposure to conditions in buildings under construction, repair, or demolition. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Franklin Delano Roosevelt Hospital 2094 Albany Post Road Montrose, NY 10548 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]