Training Officer

This position is assigned to the Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Human Resources Branch (N941); Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (FFRSS) (N94); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Washington, D.C. Incumbent serves as the Headquarters (HQ) Training Officer and technical advisor for FFR training program planning, organization, and administration enterprise wide.

Major duties

Duties include but not limited to: Oversees a comprehensive training and education program for Department of the Navy's (DON) CNIC NAF enterprise including the development of strategic training plans; defining the strategies for when and how learning is delivered; and choosing the most appropriate partners, venues, methods, and/or media for specific learning events/lessons. Coordinates the development of and interprets policies and regulations related to the CNIC NAF training program. Ensures determinations and decisions concerning major training policy and courses of action are consistent with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and/or internal processes. Represents CNIC in planning and development of training program objectives. Handles and resolves complex issues/problems related to the various training functional areas. Serves as a strategic partner with other CNIC NAF program managers by providing advice and counsel on training related matters (e.g., Individual Development Plan, mandatory training requirements). Maintains the annual NAF FFR Training Branch budget and develops training operations financial strategies by estimating, forecasting, and anticipating requirements. Develops communication materials to explain CNIC NAF FFR training policies. Participates in regional communications sessions with CNIC NAF training staff, managers, and/or employees to present information on subject area topics. Oversees, develops, and/or presents subject area specific training to both internal and external customers. Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports. Directs work to be accomplished by staff. Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities. Conducts annual performance reviews of staff. Participates in section staffing decisions. Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions. Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary. Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understands and adheres to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable. Directly supervises a training section head supporting the system administration of a cloud based learning management system and the training development and delivery staff.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Six years of specialized experience in training and development and a doctoral degree in training and development, organizational leadership and development, learning and education studies, human resources development or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. OR A combination of specialized experience in training and development and education in training and development, organizational leadership and development, learning and education studies, human resources development or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of training theories, concepts, and/or practices to perform a variety of difficult and complex assignments related to the training function. Ability to oversee a functionally specific training program and provide guidance to staff on program requirements, processes, and procedures. Knowledge of CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations. Knowledge of Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Department of Defense (DoW), DON, CNIC, and various federal government training policies, regulations, and procedures. Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Ability to use a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of the effectiveness of educational and training services. Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to the training function and work performed within the branch. Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training. Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

A doctoral degree in training and development, organizational leadership and development, learning and education studies, human resources development or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position OR A combination of education and experience. Education must be in training and development, organizational leadership and development, learning and education studies, human resources development or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position.