Facilitator of Learning and Development: Aviation Maintenance Technology

Position Summary

Responsible for providing instructional excellence and industry expertise for skill-based courses and certifications, and for working with industry partners to continuously improve program curriculum to meet the changing needs of industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in designing, developing, delivering and evaluation of training programs, developing training strategies, and understanding of different training methods and channels.
• Ability to assist organizations to strategically assess their training needs in an ever evolving social and economic landscape.
• Sound knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Must be able to stay up to date on current training/educational trends and best practices, managing training delivery specific to industry demands and standards.
• Demonstrated competence in facilitating group and individual learning experience through the development of contextualized learning resources. Qualifications and/or proven competence in specified area of training adhering to industry standards and regulations.
• Experience in analyzing a business problem and working with multiple stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop a sound solution.
• Identifies and implements training methods and criteria that identify successful delivery and receipt of training; establishes recertification program for ongoing refreshment of standards.
• Able to plan activities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships with diverse students, colleagues, and industry partners to support and encourage a diverse learning environment.
• Responsible for developing and communicating clear and concise training and professional development curriculum with regular monitoring and evaluation.
• Well organized, with demonstrated ability to work independently to organize and prioritize workload; follow up and work efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines. Flexible, responsive, and adaptable to change.
• Able to read people well and adapt personal style to work effectively with variety of personalities. Confident and Articulate.
• Demonstrated an ability to learn fast on a job.
• Must have strong interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills; experience working with diverse, multicultural organizations.
• Must be able to develop, provide guidance, instruction, and training to team members through collaborative work processes.
• Must be learner focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development of a quality and effective learning environment. Trains students in assigned classes in Continuing Education (CE) programs and/or other industry identified subjects.
• Maintain professional knowledge in applicable subject areas such as professional certifications or other professional credentials and experience identified under “Minimum Knowledge and Experience,” researches new trends and advances through professional development activities.
• Identifies, plans, organizes and conducts continuing education training in a variety of ways, including face-to-face, online modules, videos, webinars, facilitated & practical workshops, etc. based on industry needs.
• Manage site-based instructional programs and initiatives.
• Develop and provides students with written course expectations and maintains progressive evaluation methods.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law, Board of Trustees and Administrative Procedures Manual.
• Enforce student policies or monitors enforcement of student policies.
• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with diverse stakeholders and constituents, internal/external to the Dallas College community network in order to respond to evolving economic developments, identify training resources, maintain, order and/or share needed supplies, equipment and classrooms to meet business needs.
• Assist with the scheduling and delivery of classes.
• Prepare students for applicable certification tests. In conjunction with appropriate college personnel and in consultation with program faculty, develop strategies to support student learning in appropriate areas.
• Develop comprehensive course curricula incorporating multiple media and instructional materials for courses and evaluates assessment instruments, revising as needed to support stakeholders and constituents’ needs.
• Communicate and express ideas effectively both orally and in writing with individuals from diverse backgrounds utilizing listening and interpretative skills, in order to clearly communicate information, ideas and instructions to individuals within a diverse community network.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Complete required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions are performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Must be able to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher. Two (2) years of related work experience will be considered in lieu of associate degree. Some positions may require specific state license/certifications depending on the subject training plus three (3) years of related work experience.
• Official transcripts and current and valid certifications are required. Current and valid driver’s license required for offsite travel.
• Work hours may extend beyond the 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday, workday.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

***Please note that the annual salary range posted is reflective of the 1st quartile. Compensation is based on education and relevant professional experience. Any salary requests above the listed range will need to be approved by the executive team.***

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.