What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRAINING COORDINATOR - (Technology Applications) position at City of Houston?
Position Overview
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Division: Center for Public Leadership and Learning
Reporting Location: 13333 NW Freeway *Subject to change*
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change
Description Of Duties / Essential Functions
The Center for Public Leadership & Learning (CPLL), a division of the City’s Human Resources Department, is comprised of talented and passionate learning leaders positioned to become the premier leader in government training by cultivating public service professionals and organizations through transformational learning solutions. We are driven by our commitment to help our workforce of over 21,000 employees ignite their passion to serve, be empowered through learning, and advance their performance. We are not just creating a learning center—we’re setting the standard for what premier government training looks like!
CPLL is seeking a creative and engaged Technology Training Coordinator to join our dedicated team of professionals. The Learning Experience Team focuses on the development of learner-centric and high-impact customized learning solutions designed for multiple delivery formats, tech-enabled learning environments, and tailored to specific organizational or departmental needs. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive our vision forward. If you are a strategic-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, CPLL is the place for you!
Responsibilities
The Technology Training Coordinator will be responsible for:
Standing while facilitating in-person training sessions.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Personnel Management or a related field.
Experience Requirements
Four years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners are required.
Pertinent training experience at the professional level may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year- for-year basis.
LICENSE
None.
PREFERENCES
Highly Desired Candidates Will Have
Selection / Skills Tests Required
Department may administer skills assessment test
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
NO
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 24
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online
at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)393-6032.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-6032. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy .
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Division: Center for Public Leadership and Learning
Reporting Location: 13333 NW Freeway *Subject to change*
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change
Description Of Duties / Essential Functions
The Center for Public Leadership & Learning (CPLL), a division of the City’s Human Resources Department, is comprised of talented and passionate learning leaders positioned to become the premier leader in government training by cultivating public service professionals and organizations through transformational learning solutions. We are driven by our commitment to help our workforce of over 21,000 employees ignite their passion to serve, be empowered through learning, and advance their performance. We are not just creating a learning center—we’re setting the standard for what premier government training looks like!
CPLL is seeking a creative and engaged Technology Training Coordinator to join our dedicated team of professionals. The Learning Experience Team focuses on the development of learner-centric and high-impact customized learning solutions designed for multiple delivery formats, tech-enabled learning environments, and tailored to specific organizational or departmental needs. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive our vision forward. If you are a strategic-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, CPLL is the place for you!
Responsibilities
The Technology Training Coordinator will be responsible for:
- Deliver training on business tools such as entire MS365 Technology Applications ecosystem such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Planner, Lists, Power BI and CoPilot to support day-to-day work and data use.
- Translate technical systems and processes into clear, step-by-step training for end users.
- Develop practical training materials (e.g., job aids, quick reference guides) that reflect real workflows.
- Partner with system owners and subject matter experts to stay current on system updates and training needs.
- Experience training others on software, systems, or technical processes.
- Ability to simplify technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies, systems, and applications to create and facilitate interactive, hands-on technical training both in-person and online.
- Ability to translate complex steps and processes to easily understandable learning concepts and simplified learner usability for all learning styles and formats.
- Understanding of creating accessibility in learning design and technology
- Partnering with stakeholders, subject matter experts (SME), graphic designers, and trainers on the learner needs analysis, learning objectives, instructional strategies, delivery, measurable out comes and evaluation of learning solutions.
- Meeting individual performance metrics and goals while modeling behavior-based competencies.
- Collaborating with the CPLL team members in the pursuit of the overall mission and continuously exploring new, innovative trends to improve the City’s learning ecosystem.
Standing while facilitating in-person training sessions.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Personnel Management or a related field.
Experience Requirements
Four years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners are required.
Pertinent training experience at the professional level may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year- for-year basis.
LICENSE
None.
PREFERENCES
Highly Desired Candidates Will Have
- Passion for adult learning within a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
- Experience measuring the impact of formal learning programs
- Experience designing and delivering in-person, virtual, or blended courses
- Degrees or knowledge in adult learning or instructional design
- Certifications in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power BI
- Demonstrated experience using LMS platforms
- Knowledge in teaching and supporting the development of Data Analytics and Data-Based Decision Making skills.
- Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
Selection / Skills Tests Required
Department may administer skills assessment test
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
NO
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 24
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online
at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)393-6032.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-6032. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy .