Training and Development Specialist (NWS… at North Wind… · Livermore

Training and Development Specialist (NWS 00900)

North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science, technology, and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customer’s mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of NWS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, CA. Though employed by NWS, the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay, benefits, Human Resource, and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.

The Strategic Deterrence Directorate has an opening for a Technical Training and Development Specialist to help drive the enhancement of the directorate training program using current training technology and online adult learning theory and best practices. The successful candidate will work within regulatory requirements and operational demand, using extensive instructional systems design experience and technical aptitude to conduct needs and task analyses on technical positions. The successful candidate will also design, develop, and implement courses and curricula for Laboratory employees working in or supporting high-risk environments.

Essential Duties
- Conduct needs assessment and job task analysis activities for new and established job roles.
- Execute the systematic approach to training, including performing gap analysis and creating new training materials independently. 
- Interpret regulations with subject matter experts and determine organizational training needs to ensure compliance with DOE, OSHA, RCRA, DOT and other applicable Federal codes & standards, as well as LLNL requirements.
- Develop course objectives and performance standards in accordance with systematic processes.
- Design and create training content and materials in a variety of media (e.g., online, interactive, classroom, OJT, etc.).
- Review and evaluate training materials and curriculum to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training and develop training metrics.
- Facilitate or deliver technical training as required via online, OJT, classroom, or virtual means.
- Participate in the development of emergency drill scenarios, facilitate operational drills, and perform controller/evaluator drill functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Organization Development, Training and Development, Instructional Design Technologies, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience applying training analysis and development practices, techniques, standards, processes, and systems.
- Knowledge of and experience in principles of Instructional Systems Design methodologies and techniques and needs analysis principles.
- Experience using various computer software applications and multimedia tools for training and development with an emphasis in online training.
- Analytical, decision-making and project planning skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact with others and to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability/commitment to valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in the workplace.
- Demonstrated advanced analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to evaluate, interpret, recommend, and implement actions/solutions for complex problems.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to collaborate in a team environment and to present and communicate complex technical information.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Experience designing and developing training programs in a regulated environment.
- Experience designing and developing interactive online training courses complete with video, audio, skill-based interaction and examination processes, 3D modeling, and other media elements.
- Training development experience for personnel safety or emergency response situations.

Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Subcontractor.
Anticipated Government Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country), you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline 1-208-528-8714 for assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.