HR Training & Development Associate Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gwinnett/jobs/newprint/4816430) Apply  HR Training & Development Associate Salary See Position Description Location Gwinnett Justice & Administration Center, GA Job Type Full-Time Merit Job Number 25-02953 Department Department of Human Resources Opening Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 2/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Class Summary Hiring Salary HR Specialist: $58,649 - Grade C41(1) HR Associate III: $63,780 - Grade C42(1) Job Description This position will be assigned to the Department of Human Resources’ training and development team within the Organizational Design and Development Division. The HR Training & Development Associate will be responsible for assisting with assessing needs, developing, coordinating, marketing, conducting and tracking training programs to include e-learning and classroom training. If you have a commitment to employee development and a background in adult learning with a professional organizational training emphasis, this position may be for you. The Human Resources Department offers training programs to 20+ County departments with approximately 6,000 employees. Training target topics include employment law, county policies, customer service, workplace diversity, leadership and management development, conflict resolution, supervisory skills, employee discipline and performance management. Essential Duties • Assists with the management of activities of the Training Division, which includes being responsible for assessing, designing, developing, implementing, conducting, and evaluating training and development curricula, materials, and programs for County employees. • Coordinates with outside vendors to assure that the County employees receive the skills and knowledge needed to perform jobs through the various training and development programs provided. • Provides assistance to Managers and Directors to design, assess, conduct, and evaluate training and organizational development programs for their departments • Prepares monthly reports to track and evaluate progress as well as measure success. • Prepares and conducts new hire orientation. • Participates in special projects; participates in/on a variety of meetings and committees. • Researches and assess new training techniques and programs. • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Minimum Qualifications: HR Training & Development Specialist • Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business/Public Administration or closely related field; • Four years of progressively responsible professional experience in Training/Organizational Development; • Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job; • Valid Driver's License from state of residency HR Training & Development Associate • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business/Public Administration or a closely related field; • Three years of professional Training/Organizational Development experience; or one year of general human resources experience • Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job; • Training facilitation experience or training delivery experience • Valid Driver's License from state of residency; Preferred Qualifications • Three to Five years of experience in training and development within HR or organizational learning. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and virtual training platforms (Webex, Zoom, Teams, etc...) • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. Experience/Skill Requirements • Experience designing and delivering training programs for employees at all levels, including leadership development • Strong knowledge of instructional design, adult learning principles, facilitation techniques and blended learning approaches • Skills in evaluating training effectiveness through assessments, feedback and performance metrics • Knowledge with and can expertly apply current human resources laws, rules, and regulations. • Able to evaluate, recommend, and implement programs, policies, processes and procedures. • Can skillfully manage change and navigate the discussion of sensitive topics. • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Knows how to effectively communicate using interpersonal and critical thinking skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. so as to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a highly successful organization, this opportunity is for you! For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click one of the links below: + Human Resources Specialist (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gwinnett/classspecs/811531?keywords=human%20resource%20specialist&pagetype=classSpecifications) + Human Resources Associate III This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program. Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change. Additional Information Department of Human Resources It is Gwinnett County Human Resources' vision to build a culturally diverse and high-caliber workforce that contributes to the overall success of Gwinnett County Government through collaborative efforts and excellent customer service. Our Human Resources organizational structure consists of six teams: Operations, HRIS, Employee Engagement, Training & Development, Benefits & Wellness, and Administration & Fiscal to provide exemplary quality services to our customers. We invite anyone who qualifies for this position to consider joining the Gwinnett County Human Resources team in providing excellent customer support for internal as well as external customers. For more information about this department, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr) . About Gwinnett County Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs. The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022. Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents. The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values. In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate. Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services. Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience. Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below: + Hiring Process (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/employmentandtesting/hiringprocess) + FAQs Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com. Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial. Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation. On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary! In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost! Health + Medical plans for active and retired employees + Dental and vision plans + Prescription drug plan Wellness + Onsite Employee Wellness Center + 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Immunizations + Wellness education and incentive programs + Annual wellness fair Family and Career + Training and professional development opportunities + Family planning benefits + Four weeks of paid parental leave Time + Annual/Sick Leave + 12 paid holidays per calendar year + 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year Money + Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care + Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available + Health Savings Account (HSA) available + Retirement and Savings Plans + 401(a) Defined Contribution + 457 (b) Deferred Compensation + Longevity pay + Tuition reimbursement + Financial education programs Protection + Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance + Short-term and long-term disability + Critical illness and accident insurance + Hospital indemnity insurance + Identity theft protection To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here (https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/hr/benefitsinformation) . 01 Have you completed a degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration, or a related field? + no completed degree in the specified fields of study + Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study + Completed bachelor's degree in the specified fields of study + Completed master's degree or higher in the specified fields of study 02 How many years of professional level training and/or facilitation experience do you have? + None + Less than 1 year + 1 year to less than 2 years + 2 years to less than 3 years + 3 years to less than 4 years + 4 years to less than 5 years + 5 years or more 03 How many years of general human resources experience do you have? + None + less than 1 year + 1 year or more 04 Please describe your experience designing and facilitating training programs for employees at different levels, including leadership. Provide an example of a successful program you developed. If none, put N/A. 05 Describe your experience conducting training needs assessments and evaluating training effectiveness. If none, put N/A. 06 Have you ever led a formally scheduled, in-person, classroom training as the instructor/facilitator in front of 10 or more adult learners? + Yes + No 07 Please rate your proficiency level (beginner, intermidiate, or expert) for each of the following programs and provide examples of how you have used each tool. MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, OneNote, Teams) Zoom WebEx Other 08 Have you ever lead a virtual training session (WebEx, Zoom, Teams, etc...)? + Yes + No 09 If yes, please provide a description of your virtual training. If none, please indicate N/A. Required Question Employer Gwinnett County Address 75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046 Phone 770.822.7915 770.822.7923 Website http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com