Maintenance Curriculum/Developer Trainer

Applications will be considered from residents of Colorado.

About CDOT 

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

About the Work Unit

The Maintenance & Operations Training Services Unit in the Division of Maintenance and Operations is responsible for the education and training of 1,800 full-timemaintenance employees working both in the Division of Maintenance & Operations and in the five Regions Maintenance Section of CDOT.   The Training Services Unit oversees the following:

• Maintenance & Operations Training Services
• Office of Emergency Management
• Transportation Incident Management
• National Highway Institute – Maintenance Leadership Academy
• Supervisor Leadership Academy 
• Regional-based maintenance and operations training programs statewide

• Maintenance Training Academy
  1. Mechanics
  2. Shop Supervisor Leadership
  3. Electricians
  4. Bridge/Welding Certification
  5. Traffic Services
  6. Fiber Optics
  7. CDOT 101 New Employee Training – Brilliant at the Basics
  8. Traffic Control Curriculum
     • Flagger
     • Intro to Traffic Control (Part of CDOT 101)
     • Traffic Control Technician
     • Traffic Control Supervisor
  9. CDOT Apprenticeship Training Program
  10. Snowplow Operator Training Program (SPOT)
  11. CDL Entry Level Driver Training Program (ELDT)
• Office of Emergency Management
• Transportation Incident Management
• National Highway Institute – Maintenance Leadership Academy
• And Regional-based maintenance and operations training programs statewide

• Collaborate with coworkers, supervisor, guest course instructors, and various stakeholders to continuously improve course content and evaluate training formats;
• Evaluate and identify training and development needs and objectives;
• Develop curricula to meet new training needs and objectives, including designing, developing and revising course content;
• Measure training program effectiveness and modify course content, delivery method, etc. to ensure training needs are met;
• Identify changes and updates in training needs due to changes in strategic goals, policy, statistics, and applicability through continuing communication with employees, management, and business partners;
• Create, update and manage all learning materials for participants;
• Manage training projects as assigned, such as leading the efforts to plan, organize and schedule National Highway Institute (NHI) training;
• Develop program delivery schedules;
• Develop and manage appropriate filing systems to maintain employee and work unit records;
• Manage and analyze data in the Learning Management System (LMS) (CDOT uses the training management system module within SAP as the LMS); create standard and ad hoc reports, identify trends and/or issues, present data analysis results via charts, graphs, tables, etc., and evaluate and make recommendations for both eLearning and classroom instruction;
• Review and validate data in the LMS; monitor and input data pertaining to course registration and administration, course attendance, course evaluations, and tracking and scheduling records;
• Determine appropriate method for effective delivery of course content;
• Decide what method(s) to use to evaluate training program effectiveness;
• Make necessary modifications to course manuals and resource materials;
• Assemble training manuals and materials;
• Coordinate and participate in classroom set-up;
• Partners with both internal and external customers to utilize their expertise in order to provide training needs and employee development opportunities;
• Familiarize instructors with Maintenance & Operations Training Services policies and procedures;
• Provide consultation and collaboration with CDOT business units and regions on projects to support employee development and training;
• Work with the Maintenance & Operations Training Services team and other stakeholders to evaluate and identify needs and topics of organizational development projects;
• Act as a training resource, answer questions related to individual/departmental/organizational training and learning;
• Participate in continuing education to improve and enhance work performance;
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Primarily 7:00 am – 5:30 pm work hours, Monday-Thursday in an office setting.  Hybrid work office/remote offered

• Travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range

  Occasional overnight travel (up to 15-25%)  throughout

• Required to operate CDOT vehicles

Minimum Qualifications 

Experience Only

• Four (4) years of professional experience in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Organizational Development, Leadership, Human Resources, Management, Maintenance or a field closely related to the duties of this position will be considered.

• Three (3) years of experience in curriculum development and instructor led training or on-the job training experience with an emphasis on technical training

Education and Experience:

A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 7 years.

• Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Organizational Development, Leadership, Human Resources, Management or a closely related field of study 
• Experience in curriculum development and instructor led training OR on the job training expeerience with an emphasis on technical trainin

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Possess a CDL license;
• Extensive experience in delivering a wide range of technical training courses to adult audiences;
• Conducted training and organizational development need assessments;
• Working knowledge of talent management, change leadership, and OD theories, principles, and practices and the ability to translate complex ideas into simple, business-focused application;
• Demonstrated competency in both small and large group facilitation and planning, individual and team coaching, design and delivery/facilitation of leadership and team development sessions; coaching certification preferred;
• Must have a good sense of humor paired with strong personal accountability, and the ability to build excellent working relationships with the team, peers, and stakeholders;
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and work with highly sensitive data and information;
• Comprehensive understanding and application of theories, principles, and best practices of organizational development, adult learning, and curriculum development;
• Demonstrated ability to determine training and development needs for specific program areas and/or organizational initiatives;
• Change management skills; sound working knowledge of theoretical change management models and practical experience in managing change initiatives;
• Developing high quality training material within a collaborative team environment;
• Extensive professional experience in organizational development;
• Experience in partnering with diverse customers, professionals, consultants, stakeholders and staff in order to assess training needs and organizational development activities;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent reasoning, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)

2. A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)

3. A cover letterthat describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. 

4. A detailed chronological resume.Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. 

5. If you are using education to qualify,a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing completed coursework and credit hours, that your degree has been conferred (if applicable), and the name of your school, or your officical NACES accreditation.Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

6. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Notifications:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.

The Hiring Process:

1. All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step. 

2. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.

• Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list. 

3. A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement 

If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant. 

Employment Screening

If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Accurate.”Accurate, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Accurate including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.accurate.com. Accurate is located at 200 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 1100, Irvine, CA  92618. The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living.  The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: [email protected]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov. 

ADAAA Accommodations

CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Lynn Livingstonat [email protected]

Former State Employees

Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.