An IT Training Specialist is needed to serve in the capacity of an educator in which s/he will perform a range of educational support roles for newly implemented technology and applications including end user training, new employee training, post implementation optimization and stabilization training, remediation training and instructional design and development of a collection of educational settings such as computer lab learning, eLearning, webinars, classroom, large conference rooms, etc. The Training Specialist will also be responsible for small project management initiatives and investigation intermittent technical problems.

Essential Duties:

Present information, using a variety of instructional techniques and formats such as role playing, team exercises, group discussions, videos and lectures.Schedule classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment, and instructors.Create “self paced” learning avenues using video, audio and other computer based learning tools.Organize and develop, or obtain, training procedure manuals and guides and course materials such as handouts and visual materials.Develop specific classroom style training programs for new applications and hardware.Monitor, evaluate and record training activities and program effectiveness.Evaluate training materials prepared by departmental instructors, such as outlines, text, and handouts.Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, and/or consultation with managers, or end users.Design, plan, organize and direct orientation and training for employees on Information Technology applications.Keep up with technology developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books and magazine articles.

Required Qualifications:

Req Bachelor's degree Degree in a related field.Req 3 years Proven IT training experience in a healthcare setting.Req Competency in Cerner Bundle of Applications, Particularly Registration, Scheduling, and PowerChartReq Proficiency in of Microsoft Office suite of applicationsReq Significant experience training business applications such as Kronos, Lawson, etc.Req Solid knowledge of the workflow of business and clinical applicationsReq Mastery of an eLearning authoring tool, preferably CaptivateReq Significant hands-on experience developing a range of quick reference guidesReq Mastery of Utilizing SnagItReq Proven track record of excellence as a professional

Preferred Qualifications:

Pref Experience working in large and dynamic project environment.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

The annual base salary range for this position is $81,120.00 - $133,010.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.