Training Specialist
Do you enjoy working on a variety of projects with high-performing colleagues in a fostering environment while improving the world around you? At the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, we value our employees who dedicate themselves in protecting Virginia’s natural resources. All positions work collectively toward one goal: safeguarding Virginia’s diverse and abundant natural resources, which benefit agriculture, industry, and commerce, to provide a rich environment for people, plants, and wildlife.
The Department of Environmental Quality’s Office of Training Services is responsible for both internal training of agency employees as well as external training for various programs DEQ oversees. This position is specifically for external training in the Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) and Stormwater Management (SWM) programs. Certification classes are delivered for program administrators, inspectors, and plan reviewers to help prepare these individuals to pass a certification examination that this position has potential to help update and edit. Continuing Education classes are delivered to those already possessing certifications in these areas to further their practical knowledge of the subject matter.
Working as part of a small team of other certification trainers, this position is primarily responsible for editing, developing, and delivering training to educate and inform stakeholders of ESC & SWM regulations, using a combination of online and traditional approaches. Gathering data from technical subject matter experts, conducting needs assessments, and developing timetables for implementation are integral to this role.
This position travels frequently around Virginia to deliver training classes. Applicants should expect to travel 2-3 days per week for two weeks per month on average.
The position has telework options available.
Virginia-licensed professionals (professional engineers, architects, landscape architects, land surveyors, or professional soil scientists) with experience in ESC and/or SWM, who are interested in sharing their knowledge with others, are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
- DEQ certification as a plan reviewer, inspector, and/or program administrator
- Knowledge of stormwater management & erosion and sediment control regulations.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles, training development, training delivery, and training evaluation and administration.
- Skills in presentation and facilitation, problem solving, planning and analysis, process improvement and interpersonal relations.
- Abilities in strategic, creative, and innovative thinking.
- Valid driver’s license is required to operate a state owned vehicle.
Additional Considerations
ESC and/or SWM plan review or design experience
Combination of education, experience, or coursework in environmental engineering, environmental science, or education
Why Work at DEQ? DEQ employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- Comprehensive health insurance
- A healthy work-life-balance
- 15 paid holidays, vacation/personal/sick/parental leave
- Membership in the Virginia State Retirement System
- Flexible schedules
- Tuition reimbursement
- Telecommuting
- Performance-based recognition
- Access to an extensive professional development and training program
- Opportunities for advancement and much more.
To Apply: Go to the position posting on the Virginia Jobs portal and apply today! Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications received after October 19, 2023, or submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.
Special Instructions
This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not apply.
If chosen for an interview, you will be required to deliver a five-minute presentation on a topic of your choosing as part of the interview process.