Technology-Based Training Developer

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

The Department of Children and Youth (DCY) is looking for a highly organized and team-oriented professional to join its Bureau of Professional Development, specifically within the Children Services Training and Development Team. This position is instrumental in designing, developing, and delivering training materials to a wide range of stakeholders. Success in this role requires a comprehensive understanding of or ability to research children services practices, along with strong expertise in training and professional development strategies and adult learning. The position requires the following job duties\:

Participates in all phases of technology-based training\: research, development, planning and instructional design, programming, implementation & user tests; Independently analyzes training and non-training performance needs and makes recommendations for performance improvements and assesses effectiveness of training; Designs and implements overall architecture, navigability, usability, and functionality for online courses or web pages that deliver training; Creates and integrates graphics, text, and interactive multi-media in learning materials to support adult learning; Recommends strategies for learning interventions utilizing a variety of training methods

Implements instructional interventions (e.g., computer-based training, web-based training, on-line testing & assessment, electronic discussion groups, podcasts, etc.); Coordinates & maintains technology-based training (e.g., uses electronic software & hardware; diagnoses & helps resolve problems learners have with technology-based training; coordinates with technical and training staff); Maintains a schedule of annual updates for technology-based online training courses, tests, troubleshoots, and maintains online technology-based training courses; Edits content as needed to ensure alignment with changes in applicable laws, rules, and policies; Creates, edits, & assists with graphics design to create end products (e.g., illustrations, avatars, manuals, user guides, teaching aids, etc.)

Manages learning environment for learner success; Uses training equipment & media to implement instruction; Gives & receives feedback from learners & prepares instructional sites; Designs, develops, tests, implements & maintains electronic performance support systems using advanced software tools &/or application systems (e.g., Articulate); Selects appropriate measurements for performance & training effectiveness assessments, uses statistics to design measurements & analyze results, designs surveys, analyzes & summarizes results, and makes recommendations to improve performance; Evaluates & measures courses to validate instructional design & methods & to determine success, utilizes participant feedback & revises instructional materials as necessary, and creates on-line & other learner assessments; assists with the statewide learning management system(LMS) functions; Assists with Virtual Reality Headsets

Plans, schedules, and supports the Department of Children & Youth training events using various platforms for managing registration, developing presentations, scheduling communications regarding professional development activities, preparing materials, and facilitating training; Provides an additional platform for training and communication by developing content and facilitating webinars for internal and external audiences that include a variety of content experts; Provides ongoing training and technical assistance to staff that use communication and training tools; Attends professional conferences and workshops; Reviews training, curriculum and guidance created by vendors and other DCY program areas to assure content is aligned to DCY policies

Pay Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 months

18 months

30 months

42 months

54 Months

66 Months

78 Months 90 Months

Pay Range

OCSEA/ 34

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8 Step 9

Hourly

$38.01

$39.86

$41.81

$43.90

$46.00

$48.28

$50.66

$53.13 $55.80

Annual

$79,061

$82,909

$86,965

$91,312

$95,680

$100,422

$105,373

$110,510 $116,064

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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Completion of undergraduate core program in education to include student teaching or 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in assessing, researching, designing, developing, evaluating & delivering instruction & associated materials for adult learners; 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in use of software &/or application systems to create & deliver technology-based training (e.g., Authorware; Articulate; Captivate; CourseMill; Dreamweaver; Lectora; MOODLE); 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. using Microsoft Word or Wordperfect; 1 yr. trg. or 1 yr. exp. creating web pages using programming languages (e.g., html; dhtml; xml; Javascript; CSS); 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in web art manipulation programs (e.g., Fireworks; Shockwave; Flash; Photoshop).

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Training

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

About us

Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work! To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth Ohio.gov.

Location Requirements

DCY’s core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8\:00am to 5\:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7\:00am & as late as 9\:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space.