The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Director of Training and Development. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Summary
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Director of Training and Development. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Provides leadership, guidance, and strategic vision to the Training and Development Department. Develops relationships with subordinate employees, Senate staff and senior leaders from partner agencies to ensure the SAA organization delivers high quality service to the Senate community. Plans, develops, and implements policies and procedures to ensure timely and high-quality support to stakeholders. Develops and directs product development efforts for existing and new services and products and markets offerings. Participates in short and long-term planning efforts and provides strategic advice to leadership and subordinate managers. Sets budgets, priorities, and practices for Senate services and ensures employees have resources, including equipment, to deliver services to Senate community. Other duties, as assigned.
For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
Develops and delivers education and training programs for SAA, Secretary of the Senate, and Senate offices; designs, develops, and delivers customized training programs resulting in improved performance, productivity and organizational impact.
Conducts training needs assessments for SAA, Secretary of the Senate, and Senate offices; consults with individual offices to identify and customize training and provide professional development plans to improve office productivity.
Reviews and edits all major user documentation and training courses.
Coordinates budget and expenditures; monitors vendor/contractor work.
Required Work Experience
Eight to ten years of managerial experience in assessing, developing, and conducting a training program as well as setting departmental strategy.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures and functions, including policies and regulations set by the Senate Rules Committee and the Senate Committee on Ethics.
Knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices and processes.
Knowledge of adult learning principles.
Knowledge of instructional design, delivery, and evaluation of both professional and technical courses.
Knowledge of alternative learning methodologies (e.g., computer-based, web-based, video teleconference).
Skill in leading and persuading people, organizations and projects.
Ability to plan, direct, and manage professional and technical staff.
Ability to organize and coordinate resources to achieve program goals and objectives.
Ability to develop, implement, and manage office budget.
Ability to develop and deliver professional training to personnel at all levels of the Senate.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Senators, SAA and Secretary of the
Senate executives, and Senate staff.
Ability to operate effectively in a virtual environment with the required IT platforms and applications and set up virtual meetings and engagements for small or large groups, as required.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Basic knowledge of the Senate as an institution, preferred, with a desire and willingness to learn more about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of the Senate.
As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office environment and is essentially sedentary with occasional walking.
Safely carry items under 25 pounds.
May require long periods of standing and computer use.
This position requires in-person or virtual presence during meetings, and briefings with customers and staff.
Work is performed in different locations, both on and off the Capitol complex.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in human resource development/training, Instructional Design.
Additional information
The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email employment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.
No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series and grade.
Subject to background/security investigation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series and grade.
Subject to background/security investigation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
