Program Coordinator for Training and Development

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Job Posting Title:

Program Coordinator for Training and Development

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM AA - SA - ResLife - ED - RO - Training and Development (Jenny Sperry (00081856))

   

Work Location:

Grace King Hall - Office

   

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

   

Job Description:

Program Coordinator for Training and Development
Reporting to the Assistant Director for Training & Development, the Program Coordinator for Training and Development is responsible for assisting with planning and implementing training and programs to enhance the success of staff members at all levels within Residential Life. Additionally, the Program Coordinator manages assessment initiatives related to trainings and learning outcomes to produce marginal gains each year.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

• Develop, implement, and execute training schedules and logistics for undergraduate student staff and Graduate Assistants
• Work collaboratively with inter-departmental peers to design and implement training for other student staff positions
• Create and maintain digital learning solutions for ongoing training and reference
• Manage the collection and tracking of departmental certification requirements
• Contribute to departmental and divisional work through attendance and engagement in staff meetings, training and events

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP:

Leveraging Digital Learning Tools to Affect Competency Development

Supplementing traditional, lecture-style training sessions with curated digital solutions is the future of on-the-job training. The Program Coordinator will assist in creating online modules and resources that support learning throughout the academic year to build in-hall staff capacity and improve quality of service for residents

Develop a Professional Development Program for Graduate & Professional Staff

Working with entry level staff members to prepare for the next level of their careers is a critical responsibility to the larger field of Student Affairs and LSU. The Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Assistant Director to build and create a development program that involves ongoing training throughout the year, management of resources related to professional development, and determine training programs to increase success within their roles.

Building Upon Campus Relationships and Partnerships

The varying roles that work within the Department of Residential Education span a breadth of campus resources through referrals and relationships. The Program Coordinator has an opportunity to solidify these partnerships to allow for a transformational training experience that involves the campus support resources in educating our staff. By intentionally building upon these partnerships, the Program Coordinator will be able to effectively convey important information to better serve our residents and staff members’ referrals.

ATTRIBUTES OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

Collegial team player who actively builds authentic and mutually beneficial relationships, who can influence others without positional authority, who puts institutional priorities before their own interests, and who is unconcerned with where credit for accomplishing institutional objectives is assigned.

Track record of effective leadership and management that includes the development of staff, the ability to articulate clear expectations and provide timely feedback and the willingness to redirect behaviors, practices, or attitudes that are misaligned with institutional or divisional objectives, or that are inconsistent with the maintenance of a positive work environment.

Dedicated Housing Professional, who is interested in advancing their career in the field of Housing and Residential Life and has an understanding or the demands and challenges of working in this area.

Maintains a strong appreciation for the educational and social value of a broad-based community and a demonstrated commitment to accessible and welcoming programs, services, events, and experiences.

Does not begin with no but is willing and able to say it with kindness when appropriate and necessary.

Being philosophically and ethically grounded, but with an interest in curi