Area Training Manager-National Guard Connectedness

Category
Education

Description

Organization

Established in 2006, Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) is a leading professional services and technology provider to the Federal Government. Our mission is to serve uniformed service members globally and their support systems locally. We utilize strategy, data science, and technology to make the programs we execute more efficient for the people our programs serve. IGH has a national and international program staff and a corporate headquarters located in Springfield, Virginia. We are proud of our ability to shape tomorrow while ensuring all active-duty personnel and reservists can carry out their critical missions and tasks today.

The National Guard Bureau (NGB) J1 Warrior Resilience and Fitness (WRF) Division requires a contracted team to manage the implementation of the National Guard (NG) Connectedness and Relationship Education (CARE) System, which includes the planning and execution of site visits, trainings and briefings across the nation, marketing campaigns, implementation and evaluation plans. The contracted team will work in coordination with the WRF Partnerships and Programs Branch and NG CARES Director.

Position Requirements

Job Description

Interactive Government Holdings (IGH) is seeking qualified, trained and capable individual to serve as an Area Training Manager for the National Guard Connectedness and Relationship Education System.

NG CARES is an integrated, comprehensive, person-centered (eco)system which builds connections, increases protective factors, and promotes holistic health in support of Service Members and their Families throughout their career. These programs are critical to retention, readiness, and reduction of risky behaviors and emplacing protective environments in support of primary prevention strategies.

Major responsibilities include (not all inclusive):

Under supervision of the National Training Manager, work closely with multiple stakeholders including National CARES Team, S/T/DCs within their respective areas to support the successful development, implementation and ongoing delivery and operations of NG CARES.

ICW the National CARE Team, identify program needs of S/T/DC and develop action steps to provide them the resources they need to implement program/training. Coach trainers at the S/T/DC on adult learning principles and techniques to advance learning and ongoing development. The intent is to build cadre teams in each state with current government employees that will implement and sustain the system.

Conduct or facilitate required and recommended training sessions and maintain files and records of training attendance, completion, and evaluation.

ICW the National CARES Team, develop support program and training assistance for NG CARES programs. Design and/or update instructor guides, participant handouts, and slides as needed. Note: S/T/DC has created or adapted evidenced-based practices or programs. Government will maintain control and approval for the curriculum. The development of new curriculum will be in conjunction with government entities at the state and NGB levels. As changes are made to curriculum and as NGB evaluates the system, NGB will continue to adjust and make improvements, as needed. Program materials will need updated.

ICW the National CARES Team, review existing curriculum and suggest enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning, and retention and/or to meet the changing needs of the organization.

Oversee and monitor quality control and improvement activities at the S/T/DC level.

Assist in management of the process for measuring and reporting on the effectiveness of the NG CARES programs through various assessment methods i.e., evaluations, surveys, observations, etc.

Meet timelines for administrative tasks, activities, and events.

Collect, assimilate, and showcase data to objectively support lines of effort and resource funding.

Maintain accurate data files and records to enable management to track the program's progress/status.

Create/coordinate online registration for events that require registration. Online registration will be completed utilizing Army 365 and Microsoft Forms.

Attend all meetings, present trainings and reports as needed.

Coordinate with internal/external networks to obtain resources for events, manuals, supplies and materials.

Provide monthly documents and reports that are accurate and meet the suspense of the 1st of each month 98% of the time.

Due to the nature of the service, experience with the military is required. Experience can be gained through prior or current military service, member of a military family, or service as a military family volunteer.

Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license and a personally owned vehicle that can be utilized.

Work may vary. An uncommon tour of duty may be required. Flexibility with working schedule is mandatory because it impacts the ability to support and serve military.

Travel is anticipated for training. Travel will include regional and national to support mobile training team events.

Contractor employees will be reimbursed mileage according to (JTR).

Skills / Certifications / Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Leadership, Organizational Development, Talent Development, Adult Learning, Program Development, Human Development, Relational Leadership, Military Culture, or Program Management or related area and at least 5-7 years of experience in related field.

A combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.

Exemplary skills in presenting/facilitating a wide variety of training to diverse audiences and the ability to motivate, communicate, and instruct/train others on facilitation.

Ability to work with Senior Leaders across their area. Experience implementing new programs is preferred.

Ability to work as part of a team, strong interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated consultative approach: excellent communication and influencing skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, with audiences at all levels.

Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fast-paced, complex, multi-tasking virtual environment.

Strong command of Microsoft Office and ability to produce deliverables that carry a "stamp of excellence."

Must have a valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Ability to travel up to 40%, on average.

At Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH), health and safety play a vital role in our success. IGH's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Casual

Compensation

Position
Area Training Manager-National Guard Connectedness & Relationship Education System

Close Date

Open Date
9/5/2024

Location
Missouri - (VST Jefferson City)

About the Organization

This position is currently accepting applications.

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