Training Specialist – NA-21

Location:      Washington, DC

This full-time position is for a Training Specialist in support of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Office of Global Material Security (NA-21) to advise Senior-Level Federal Program Managers regarding training policy, training program development, and related project execution, as well as identifying and implementing efficiencies and best practices to institutionalize a comprehensive training program.

The availability of this position is contingent upon contract award by the client (NNSA). Position requirements and responsibilities are subject to possible change depending upon client needs following award of the contract.

The position may require support outside of normal office hours, and domestic and infrequent international overnight travel.

Responsibilities:

• In keeping with Senior Leadership intent, develop and deliver training program objectives, desired outcomes, and measures of success.
• Coordinate and analyze training materials and briefings to communicate programmatic guidance.
• Provide technical support and assistance with training curriculum development and e-learning for projects, such as:
  • NA-21 Alarm Response Training Program, including domestic and international alarm response training efforts; and
  • First responders and emergency response personnel training, both domestically and internationally.
• Analyze existing and developing training requirements, resources, and capabilities, and advise Senior Leadership on program development priorities and project execution options.
• Assess existing training procedures and processes, providing short-, mid- and long-term solutions to implement a performance culture.
• Advance key elements of a viable training program, including task identification and organization; resource identification and application; training objectives and learning outcomes; instructional design; education and training materials; and transfer of knowledge skills and ability.
• Act as liaison to federal, state, and local governmental and private sector training organizations, as well as institutions of higher education, both private and public.
• Participate in intra- and inter-departmental Working Groups, developing value-added relationships, building synergies, and defining and informing opportunities to improve training outcomes.
• Facilitate and/or participate in conferences, symposiums, and workshops representing the interest of the Office of Global Material Security (NA-21).
• Coordinate training activities within the Department of Energy (DOE), the NNSA, and with other governmental and private entities.
• Evaluate effectiveness of all training evolutions to identify strength and weaknesses in instructional design, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate to develop Personnel Qualification Standards and training requirements.
• Design, develop, and coordinate training events for personnel that will activate during an emergency event.
• Develop and deliver After-Action Report Improvement Plans, and track and implement corrective actions designed to ensure cognizant individuals obtain, improve, and retain knowledge, skills, and abilities required for Mission success.
• Survey and track relevant training available across the DOE/NNSA complex, as well as those that are federal, state, and locally available, publishing these opportunities across the Enterprise.
• Provide mentorship/real-time assistance during exercise and real-world activations.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years all-hazards emergency operations experience, with specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities related to all-hazards emergency operations training.
• Bachelor’s degree, and professional or graduate-level training certificates in Organizational Learning, Instructional Design, or Adult Learning, with documented experience in Training Program Quality Assurance.
• Willingness to work directly with clients in an environment that changes rapidly; must possess a mature approach to the personal interactions with others.
• Skilled in articulating complex issues at a level easily understood, in both oral and written form.
• Must be an independent self-starter with excellent organizational skills and an ability to multitask and be comfortable working with a team of technical experts in varying fields of security and emergency management disciplines.
• Extensive experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced word processing using Microsoft Word, as well as Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Able to sit for extended periods and perform work in an office environment, including extensive use of computers.
• Candidate must have a valid Top Secret security clearance. DOE site access requires the qualified candidate be a U.S. citizen, have a valid Top Secret security clearance, and obtain a DOE “Q” security clearance within 30 days of employment. The candidate’s written consent to conduct a preemployment drug screening and background check for the purposes of obtaining a security clearance will be required as a condition of employment.
• Certain positions requiring a security clearance may require the periodic successful completion of a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
• Ongoing reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal substances will be conducted as a requirement for ongoing access to DOE sites. The candidate’s written consent to conduct such tests will be required as a condition of employment.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the DOE complex a plus.
• Prior Project Management experience or certification.