Employee Development Specialist, Rolling Stock & Shops (SEIU)

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Pay Rate
SEIU Employee Development Specialist / Grade EDS
Hourly rate: $49.98 (Step 1) to $65.33 (Step 5)

Reports To
Operations Training Supervisor

Current Assignment

This posting is to fill one (1) Employee Development Specialist position in the Rolling Stock &Shops (RS&S) department. As the Rolling Stock & Shops subject matter expert, the position will be responsible for researching, analyzing, and identifying specific training needs for RS & S shop employees within the department. Typical work in this department is performed by, but is not limited to: Transit Vehicle Mechanics, Electronic Technicians, Quality Team Leaders and Utility Workers. The incumbent will conduct classroom and field training as well as design and develop documents using computer applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc. In addition, the position will research, develop, and prepare instructional materials, as well as deliver classroom and hands on instruction to District employees. The position may work all shifts and will report to different RS & S maintenance locations as required. In addition, the incumbent may be exposed to physical work in the following field environments: high voltage power sources, Wayside conditions, and inclement weather.

The successful candidate in this selection process will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

• Knowledge of shop/yard/mainline safety procedures including Roadway Worker rules and associated CPUC documentation.
• Strong understanding of the different types of revenue vehicles and the correct way to clean the interior and undercar components.
• Strong understanding of safe practices and procedures using chemical cleaners, including understanding of applicable MSDS.
• Graffiti removal practices and techniques.
• Understanding of electro-mechanical components and the proper way to clean them.
• Instructing individuals or large groups in both on-the-job and classroom settings.
• Understanding of Instructional System Development Process (i.e. ADDIE Model) to develop quality training content.
• Computer skills with different software applications including Maximo, Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Working effectively in project teams and meeting scheduled project deadlines.
• The regulatory requirements of RS&S shop employees.
• Researches, develops and prepares instructional materials; delivers classroom and hands on instruction to District employees.
• Designs and develops documents using computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Power Point, etc.

Selection Process

This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process", failure to comply will invalidate an employee's application.

All SEIU Local 1021 members MUST submit their bid forms in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid.

Current Non-SEIU employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either a twww.bart.gov/jobs or on WebBART. Current Non-SEIU employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. 0. Box 12688, Oakland, CA 94604-2688.

Online or paper applications are considered to provide supplemental information and should not be considered a substitution for the bid form itself.

Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

1. Researches, analyzes and identifies specific training needs to support District activities and further District goals; conducts research, prepares plans and programs to meet these needs or to solve specific operational problems.
   
   
2. Selects appropriate methodology, develops lesson plans, instructional materials and student handouts; schedules and coordinates training programs and activities.
   
   
3. Prepares the classroom environment; provides classroom and performance-based field training using a variety of instructional techniques.
   
   
4. Develops and administers oral, written and practical tests to assess the effectiveness of training.
   
   
5. Conducts and documents specific District skills certification programs; assists in the development of various pre-employment tests in the area of specialty; acts as subject matter expert in area of specialty.
   
   
6. Researches and identifies external training and sources and materials and evaluates their applicability to District needs.
   
7. Prepares scope of services for outside training assistance, recommends the selection of consultants or vendors, and monitors and evaluates performance.
   
   
8. Works with District staff to solve a variety of technical problems in the operations and maintenance areas.
   
   
9. Writes technical materials and creates drawings or schematics to support text.
   
   
10. Works closely with media and documentation staff to produce audio-visual materials.
    
    
11. Communicates regularly with trainees, other instructors and affected department personnel to achieve training goals.
    
    
12. Assists non-trainers in preparing presentations in specific program areas; administers educational assistance and other training-related programs.
    
    
13. May act as subject matter expert in area taught; maintains technical knowledge in areas taught.
    
    
14. Assists in developing and monitoring specific training program budgets.
    
    
15. Maintains records and prepares reports of work performed.
    
    

• Principles and practices of employee development and training.
• Methods of identifying training needs in an industrial setting.
• Training modalities, techniques and materials, particularly as used in a classroomor field setting.
• Design and preparation of audio-visual materials.
• Vendors, consultants and potential sources of training courses or materials.
• Procedures, policies and techniques relating to the specific subject matter to be taught (will vary with the specific training assignment).

• Identifying and assessing training needs.
• Researching and developing programs and materials to meet identified needs.
• Analyzing varied technical problems related to operations and maintenance activities and recommending solutions.
• Writing a variety of technical, instructional and other written materials, including reports of work performed.
• Developing varied audio-visual materials and technical drawings to support instructional activities.
• Conducting training sessions, both in the classroom and at the work site.
• Assessing and evaluating the results of instructional programs.
• Maintaining accurate documentation of training activities.
• Evaluating applicability of outside training consultants and vendors and recommending and monitoring such programs.
• Monitoring and evaluating performance standards.
• Working on multiple tasks, exercising flexibility as needed, and acting independently with sound judgment.
• Identifying problems and developing solutions both independently and in cooperation with others.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

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The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov.

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.