Description
JOB SUMMARY
Designs, develops, and delivers Light Rail (LR) operations training programs. Assists with all aspects of UTA LR Operations Training and works with other training professionals and stakeholders. Assists with curriculum control and record-keeping processes. Partners in the curriculum development of current and new operator/supervisor training, refresher training, Operator Instructor training, and others as requested. Assists in analyzing performance outcomes related to operations training, measuring operations training program outcomes (e.g. test design, course surveys, and ongoing service unit operator/supervisor development and instructor evaluation). Schedules training events, coordinates with instructors, obtains and distributes required instructional materials, and communicates schedules and details. Performs special projects as requested by LR Training Administrator, LR Training Supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
- Associates degree required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in training and development, instructional design or a related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- Three years experience, to include rail transportation, supervision, operating instruction, union position, training, learning and development, instructional design or curriculum development.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of data entry processing, and SharePoint.
- Adept in applying adult learning theory, coaching practices, and instructor development.
- Must have a valid Utah Driver’s License.
- Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years.
- Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.
Knowledge:
- Intermediate knowledge of training program design and implementation
- Intermediate proficiency in MS-PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Familiarity with record archiving procedures
- Intermediate experience in Learning Management System (LMS) administration
Skills:
- Strong leadership, cross-section teamwork, and planning skills
- Strong listening and interpersonal skills
- Strong project and time management skills
- Strategic thinker, able to see the big picture
- Attention to detail
- Conflict Management
Abilities:
- Must be able to pass and acquire DOT medical certification.
- Must be able to pass FRA required Audiometric and Colorblind tests.
- Pass and maintain the requirements for a Train Operator license
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job to include regular walking in a quick manner on uneven surfaces, floor to waist lifting up to 25 lbs. regularly, reaching/lifting overhead up to 10 lbs., climbing into and out of a Rail Service vehicle at non-station locations, kneeling and working in tight spaces to lace trains, and prolonged periods of sitting and standing. Able to perform functions of the job in inclement weather situations.
- Present and speak in public
- Interact with people at all levels
- Manage multiple projects concurrently
- Be proactive, self-motivated, and self-directed
- Assist in analyzing training performance data, and evaluating training program effectiveness
– OR –
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]
This job requires regular and predictable attendance.
UTA’s benefits package for full-time administrative employees includes:
- Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
- Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, and dependent
- 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at
- 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per
- Retirement options – Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company
- Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
- Training, development, and career advancement
- Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
- Free transit passes for employee, spouse, and dependent
- Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning,
- UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness
- Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA
For more information on UTA’s Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefitsPay Rate: $54,500 annually
Close Date: Monday, October 16th, 2023 by 05:59pm
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