Workforce Solutions & Continuing Education Leadership & Organizational Development Trainer

This Workforce Solutions and Continuing Education Trainer position collaborates with businesses and organizations throughout CVTC’s 11-county district to create and administer customized training and professional development seminars and series for employees in areas of leadership, organizational development, and performance management. This position also administers technical assistance (consulting) projects for business and industry, which may include the development of coaching programs, job description development, performance management systems, strategic planning, succession planning, organizational development, and other related services. 

Responsibilities:

• Plan for and instruct workforce offerings covering the areas of leadership, organizational development, and performance management through interactive and applied learning techniques. Instruction of diversity, equity, and inclusion offers are desired. 
• Assess needs of employer organizations.
• Design and implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction through the planning and implementation of effective learning strategies and environments.
• Develop, revise, and implement training packages (curriculum).
• Deliver instruction using up-to-date technology.
• Facilitate and assess participant learning.
• Manage the classroom or learning site effectively.
• Maintain labs and equipment when appropriate.
• Assist with recruitment of employer customers.
• Assist with registration, attendance, and student evaluation processes for customized training and professional development seminars.
• Develop and implement course/program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Develop flexible instructional delivery systems, including on-line instruction. 
• Communicate and maintain positive relations with internal and external CVTC community.
• Manage and communicate time, scheduling and processes effectively using up-to-date technology.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and internal/external customers.
• Pursue on-going professional development including any additional certifications related to business needs.
• Demonstrate commitment to service excellence standards.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of and ability to conduct training in leadership areas including, but not limited to, StrengthsFinder, DiSC, Crucial Conversations, coaching, emotional intelligence, implementing internal organizational change, creating a positive organizational culture, communications, mentoring, conflict resolution, hiring employees, evaluating employees, writing job descriptions, employee performance management, initiating disciplinary action in an organization, wage and benefit cost analysis and various other leadership, organizational development and performance management related subjects as requested by regional employers.
• Ability to engage with a diverse target audience and relate to a vast array of experiences from entry-level to C-suite professionals. 
• Proven ability to plan, organize, instruct, and facilitate quality educational courses in leadership, organizational development, and performance management.
• Strong time management and communication skills with both internal and external customers and partners.
• Ability to utilize technology which supports learning and teaching.
• Ability to work with training participants in both one on one and group instruction.
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Ability to recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with persons of various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, or educational backgrounds.
• Intermediate knowledge of and skills with technology including software programs for communication, data collection, and decision making including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, or online engagements, as appropriate.
• Ability to travel (i.e., access to reliable transportation) to various campuses, businesses, organizations, and other sites as needed to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Leadership, Organizational Development, Training and Development, Business, Human Resources, or related field, master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years (6,000 hours) of occupational experience in supervisory role, including experience with organizational, leadership, and team development, of which at least 1 year (2,000 hours) shall be within 5 years prior to date of hire. One year (2,000 hours) of recent related occupational experience may be waived if the applicant has at least 2 years of post−secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within 5 years prior to date of hire.
• This position may include synchronous and asynchronous online instruction and requires expertise in integrating technology.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• Expertise to provide training in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) preferred. 
• The ideal candidate will have certifications and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: StrengthsFinder, DiSC, Crucial Conversations, coaching, emotional intelligence, implementing internal organizational change, creating a positive organizational culture, communications, mentoring, conflict resolution, hiring employees, evaluating employees, writing job descriptions, employee performance management, initiating disciplinary action in an organization, wage and benefit cost analysis.
• Other certifications of consideration include generational differences, diversity, project management, leadership/employee assessment tools, human resource certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP), succession planning and customer service.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.

The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

2025 annual benefits include:

• 3 – 4 weeks of paid vacation time based on years of service
  
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid winter break - varies each year based on academic calendar and, at a minimum, includes days between Christmas and New Year’s holidays (some exceptions may apply for essential workers)
• Paid summer break - the week of July 4th
• 4 paid personal days
• 3 weeks (15 days) paid sick time annually for absences due to illness, injury, or doctor and dentist appointments of the employee, dependent children, spouse, or parents of the employee or spouse; cumulative to 135 days (1,080 hours)
• Paid bereavement time
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 annually (eligibility requirements apply)
• Health insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents with attached Health Savings Account (HSA); CVTC contributes $3,400 annually for a family plan or $1,700 annually for a single plan to your HSA
• Wellness incentive of up to $600 for employees enrolled in CVTC’s health insurance
• $2,500 cash-payment in lieu of CVTC health insurance coverage for employees who have credible coverage through another source
• Dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Vision insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid by CVTC
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), CVTC matches 6.95%, vested at 5 years of credible service
• 403(b) tax deferred annuity program
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan
• Section 125 flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development
• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)
• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
• Free or low-cost services offered by CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, aesthetician services and 620 West restaurant and culinary pop ups 

Benefits begin on the first date of employment (i.e., there is no waiting period).

CVTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college's non-discrimination policies: Tam Burgau, Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-833-6334, WI Relay: 711