Benefits :

• Competitive compensation

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match

• Life and Travel Insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• Wellness Reimbursement Program

• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is a Training Specialist?

A Training Specialist is responsible for planning, designing and developing, delivering, evaluating, and monitoring technical training programs that ensure full compliance with Utility Operations such as Gas and Electric Transmission & Distribution requirements, the Company’s safety policies and programs, OSHA rules, and all other applicable governmental codes and regulations. Duties could also include leading the implementation and management of training and development programs that are designed to improve the competency and skills of Central Hudson employees.

What does a Training Specialist do?

• Partners with management, Gas and Electric Operations, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure the technical training curriculum’s full compliance with all Company, state, and federal rules and regulations (e.g. OSHA, Operations and Maintenance Procedures)

• Regularly interprets operating procedures and incorporates them into technical training curriculum and programs in partnership with SMEs

• Consults with managers, SMEs, and learners to identify training needs and then builds quality, measurable learning objectives to eliminate or mitigate gaps

• Develops, implements and delivers training programs for various levels of employees across the organization that align with our company strategy and development initiatives

• Develops technical training materials (e.g. course agendas, instructor and participant guides, learning aids, etc.)

• Coordinates, monitors, tracks, assigns, schedules and maintains Company and regulatory compliance training records

• Evaluates training program effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and feedback

• Develops and monitors spending against the departmental budget

• Maintains knowledge of the latest trends in training and development

• Represents the Company as a member of committees such as the Northeast Gas Association Training and Operator Qualification Committee and shares knowledge with team members

• Performs other related duties as required

• Provides storm/emergency response support

What does it take to be a Training Specialist?

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Communications or a relevant field. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields and at least 3 years of related experience in training, employee development, utility operations or similar. In lieu of a degree, a high school diploma or equivalency degree and at least 5 years of related experience in training, employee development, utility operations or similar.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software programs quickly

• Experience with and/or the ability to learn a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods (e.g. Captivate, Articulate, etc.)

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to quickly synthesize and create course content based on input from subject matter experts, general business periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations

• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information with care

• Ability to design and implement effective training and development programs

• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Experience in Energy & Utilities or services industry; strong knowledge and experience in regulatory and compliance requirements

• Experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) to coordinate, track, and report on employee training

• Knowledge of and experience with Gas Operator Qualifications

Applications will be accepted until October 16, 2024.

This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $78,900 – $144,900

Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment . Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce. We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within. Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health benefits, 401K plan with substantial company match, tuition assistance, wellness reimbursement, life insurance, and paid holidays and vacation.