Introduction
The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is now accepting applications to fill two (2) Trainer positions within the Office of Education and Data Management (OEDM).
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ABOUT US
OEDM is responsible for training and accrediting Building Code Officials and Fire Code Officials, providing code-related instruction for their continuing education, as well as for individuals in the allied trade and design professions. As such, OEDM performs all credentialing responsibilities, including training, testing, and records maintenance, for the Office of the State Building Inspector (OSBI) and the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM). OEDM also works with other government agencies, private utilities, multi-factor initiatives, and allied trades communities to support high-quality training offerings.
THE ROLE
These Trainer positions are primarily responsible for developing and teaching our Building Code Pre-Licensure Training Programs (PLTP), training potential Building Officials, Assistant Building Officials, Plan Review Techs, Residential Building Inspectors, Electrical Inspectors, Construction Inspectors, Plumbing Inspectors, Mechanical Inspectors, and Heating and Cooling Inspectors in the mechanics and application of the State Building Code. OEDM Trainers also assist with our career development continuing education seminars, work on updating programs between adopted code cycles, and develop and review test bank items for credentialing exams.
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO
- Teach in OEDM's PLTP for Building Code Officials as well as our career development continuing education programs;
- Utilize existing expertise with one or more of the current model codes adopted under the Connecticut State Building Code in teaching comprehensive code overviews to classes of people with mixed levels of code experience, notably the International Building Code, International Residential Code, Energy Efficiency Code, National Electrical Code, International Plumbing Code, and others;
- Work with OSFM and OSBI to ensure course and program content is up to date and aligns with any statements and code interpretations of those offices;
- Serve as an internal subject matter expert to assist with developing new course programs and to assist with test and item review to ensure examinations are relevant, accurate, and up to date;
- Assist with monitoring career development seminars located online as well as live across the state, scheduled in the mornings and evenings, for licensed and certified Fire and Building Code Officials;
- Assist with writing and vetting new test bank items for use in Building Code Official licensing examinations;
- Assist in the review of applications for outside credit to determine if the content is applicable to the roles and responsibilities of a licensed or certified code official;
- Develop and serve as an instructor for new and pilot programs, online trainings, and courses required or recommended under various mandates or in partnership with other organizations;
- Work with professional organizations to ensure our training programs meet the growing and changing needs of the code enforcement community;
- Load and unload heavy boxes of training materials, AV equipment, and supplies;
- Set up and break down chairs and tables to prepare live training sites.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Monday - Friday
- Full-time (40 hours per week)
- First shift
- Location: Hartford, CT
- Hybrid position (telework and in office)
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Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
- Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
- Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
- Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
- Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Frank DeCusati at frank.decusati@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in preparing and conducting training programs.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Prepares and conducts training courses;
- Assists in planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating comprehensive training programs;
- Conducts needs assessments;
- Develops course objectives, curricula, outlines and contents;
- Selects and develops training methods and materials;
- Researches learning material and resources;
- Monitors and evaluates training courses and participants progress;
- Provides technical assistance and consultation;
- Maintains records and prepares reports;
- Organizes and maintains a library of training materials;
- May conduct drills and exercises;
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge of
- principles and techniques of training and staff development;
- education methods and techniques;
- Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to
- assess training needs and determine objectives;
- develop, organize and conduct training courses;
- utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Six (6) years of technical experience in training, staff development, or adult education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
- College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
- A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
- Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Expertise in the State Building Code, the model codes, and standards it comprises
- Experience using the State Building Code in an enforcement, design, or teaching capacity
- Experience with commercial and residential construction
- Experience with Plan Review of building construction documents
- Experience in developing and delivering technical training programs including online or in-person
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class may be required to possess specialized certifications for designated positions prior to appointment.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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