An employee in this class is responsible for implementing and coordinating an employee training and staff development program for employees of an institution or for an agency where the level and complexity of training programs is moderately complex. An employee in this class may also be assigned to a larger central training unit, and may under the supervision of a higher level employee development or personnel manager, be involved in specialized training programs designed for a portion of the total clientele of the agency or for a specialized program of training. Responsibility extends to assessing training needs, developing training plans within the framework of a statewide comprehensive plan for both professional and non-professional personnel and evaluating the results of training in terms of improved performance, specialized training programs and activities. The employee will work closely with other departmental or institution program directors and personnel officers as well as the State Training Manager in relating training plans to the personnel needs of the organization.
General direction is provided by the review of work in terms of results achieved.
Promotional opportunities to the class Employee Development Manager would involve assumption of responsibility within the level described for that class. Promotion to Employee Development Manager will be dependent upon assumption of responsibility commensurate with the level described for that class. Assesses institution or department employee development needs and priorities and recommends training goals for professional and non-professional staff. Within an approved departmental plan, develops, makes available and coordinates agency-wide employee development programs. Assists in the development of and participates in orientation programs for new personnel.