Description
General Summary : The Program Training Specialist supports the Workforce Development Department by developing, delivering, and maintaining high-quality training and technical assistance for staff, contracted providers, and partners. This position ensures consistent understanding and application of WIOA regulations, case management standards, data entry requirements, and internal policies.
The Program Training Specialist reports to the Performance and Compliance Manager. This position assists with training curriculum design, facilitates group and one-on-one training, and develops tools that enhance program compliance, customer service, and operational efficiency. This role works closely with the Performance and Compliance Manager to support data quality, system usage, continuous improvement efforts, and implementation of new policies or procedures
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Training Development and Facilitation
- Designs, updates, and facilitates training modules related to WIOA policies, eligibility, case management, performance measures, and local procedures.
- Provides training on IWDS, IBIS, CRM, IPATS, and other systems as assigned.
- Conducts onboarding training for new staff and contracted providers.
- Develops training materials such as manuals, step-by-step guides, e-learning content, videos, checklists, and reference tools.
- Organizes and facilitates case manager meetings, refresher trainings, and skill-building workshops.
- Evaluates training effectiveness and implements improvements.
2. Technical Assistance and Support
Provides routine one-on-one technical assistance on eligibility, documentation, case documentation standards, service planning, and performance requirements.Responds to system-related questions and troubleshoots basic user issues before escalating to the System Administrator.Assists staff and providers with data entry accuracy, recordkeeping, and compliance expectations.Supports implementation of new policies, procedures, or system updates.3. Compliance and Quality Assurance Support
Conducts periodic file reviews for accuracy, documentation requirements, EO compliance, and internal quality standards.Assists the Performance and Compliance Manager in implementing corrective actions and monitoring follow-up.Identifies training gaps or recurring compliance issues and develops targeted learning solutions.Supports rollout of new WIOA guidance, State policy changes, and updates to local procedures.4. Curriculum, Tools, and Resource Management
Maintains an organized library of training materials and updates content to reflect policy or system changes.Develops standardized tools, templates, job aids, and quick-reference guides to support case managers and providers.Assists in drafting SOPs and ensuring training materials align with approved local policies.Collaborates with subject-matter experts to ensure accuracy of program, fiscal, and operational content.5. Data and Performance Support
Supports data integrity by reinforcing performance expectations and data entry guidelines during training.Helps staff understand performance indicators, Statistical Adjustment Model (SAM) basics, and how to support customer outcomes.Assists with report reviews and identifies patterns that may require additional training or process clarification.6. EO and Accessibility Training Support
Assists the EO Officer by providing EO / ADA training and helping staff understand non-discrimination requirements.Helps maintain EO-related training logs and ensures staff remain current on training obligations.7. Other Duties as Assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
Working knowledge of WIOA program operations, eligibility, case management, and performance requirements.Strong presentation, facilitation, and adult-learning design skills.Familiarity with IWDS, CRM systems, and related state / local data tools.Ability to translate complex regulatory information into practical training content.Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.Ability to build strong collaborative relationships with staff, providers, and partners.Capacity to manage multiple training and TA requests, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving program needs.TRAINING, EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Business / Public Administration, Education, or related field preferred.Experience delivering training or technical assistance within WIOA or similar regulatory / compliance-driven programs required.Experience in case management, workforce development service delivery, or IWDS / IWTS / IWIB systems preferred.Experience designing curriculum or adult-learning content is highly desirablePHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Prolonged periods of sitting, talking, listening, working on a computer = 75%
Lifting up to 15 pounds at a time, reaching, bending, walking = 25%
EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Computer, printer, scanner, telephone, fax, copier, county vehicle, and supplies related to duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Normal office environment where there is no physical discomfort or exposure to hazards due to temperature, dust, noise and the like.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS :
Reports to : Performance and Compliance Manager
Directs Work of : None