Program Development Specialist (9160)

 

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation. 

 

We are seeking candidates for the position of Program Development Specialist (9160) in the HR/Training.   

 

 

Opening Date: 02/21/2024

Closing Date: 02/28/2024

Job Grade: SAM 40

Salary Range: Min: $79,534.00 - Mid: $99,424.00 - Max: $119,314.00 

       

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Responsible for assessing, designing and developing Authority-wide e-Learning programs, simulations, and blended learning solutions.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develops, conducts, and evaluates state-of-the-art eLearning solutions, simulations, and blended learning ensuring they are aligned with SEPTA’s vision, mission, and goals.
2. Socializes educational programs, reserves classrooms, confirms participants, and registers students using a Training/Learning Management System.
3. Provides current research and emerging training and consulting trends and techniques through association with business, professional and trade organizations and incorporates them into existing practices.
4. Establishes and analyzes appropriate measurement criteria for ensuring the effectiveness of learning and development programs.
5. Initiates training needs assessments, including computer-based surveys to determine the scope of current and future needs.
6. Establishes protocol for regular evaluation and revision of existing training programs
7. Assists in the development and implementation of eLearning solutions, simulations, and blended learning.
8. Partners with internal subject matter experts on the design and implementation of training programs.
9. Works with other departments to support training, i.e., IT, Graphics, etc.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.       
     

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field with five (5) years of related experience on Adult Learning and Organizational Behavior, including assessing, designing, developing, facilitating/training, and evaluating Learning and Development programs required.
• Ability to work independently and build relationships at all employee levels. 
• Demonstrated record in designing and implementing eLearning programs utilizing state-of-the-art training technologies and best practices using a Training/Learning Management System and blended learning required.
• Strong planning, scheduling and administrative skills required.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) required.
• Master’s Degree in Adult Education/Instructional Design preferred.
• Proficiency in Articulate 360 software and SuccessFactors LMS preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud preferred.
• Experience working in a Transportation environment preferred.

 

BENEFITS 

 

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including: 

• Medical – “Minimal annual premium contribution” 

 

Benefit plans with “No Employee annual premium contribution”: 

• Prescription 

• Dental 

• Vision 

 

Additional benefits we offer: 

• Pension Plan / Retirement Savings 

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan 

• Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan 

• Life Insurance 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation 

• SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program 

 

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.