Essential Responsibilities:

• Evaluates professional development needs for park educators through assessment, needs analysis, surveying, and consultation with appropriate parties
• Inventorying and leveraging existing professional development opportunities currently offered by PYC member organizations
• Develops structure and purpose of learning communities (peer support, coaching/mentoring, delivery of trainings, direct program application of concepts)
• Develops professional development plans and pathways and related implementation strategy (scoping and sequencing) of trainings
• Establishes PYC-wide group learning objectives and goals for park educators and develop training outlines, timelines, and assessment tools
• Oversees the logistical requirements associated with professional development events and activities including schedules, registration, staffing, publicity, rooms, supplies, and equipment
• Facilitates the use of a broad range of traditional and technology approaches such as formal group and individual training, coaching, web-based programs, e-Learning systems, and interactive video into the professional development program
• Develops methods and tools, collects data, and evaluates the effectiveness of professional development activities and participation; prepares reports and recommendations related to outcomes and possible improvements
• Prepares unit budget requests and manages expenditures in a manner consistent with PYC values and decision-making processes
• Gathers resources and shares external trainings that supplements additional professional development outside of PYC training plans
• Manages, maintains and updates library (on site and digital) of educational resources and materials available to all PYC educators; creates inventory list and system for borrowing
• Assists in delivery of trainings as well as coordinating and employing internal staff trainers and external trainers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 4+ years of:
  • Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate)
  • Proven work experience as a Training Coordinator, Trainer, Training Facilitator, Instructional Coach, or similar role
  • Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a professional setting
  • Experience coordinating teams and working in a collaborative setting
• 3+ years of:
  • Experience applying equity and inclusion practices as part of a training plan and implementation
  • Experience working with marginalized audiences (youth of color, low-wealth communities, students with IEPs or 504 plans, etc.) in an educational setting
  • Experience working with and engaging staff from diverse backgrounds and levels of skills
• Extensive knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design theory and implementation
• Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools
• Ability to differentiate didactic and experiential learning strategies, familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques with the ability to incorporate multicultural and multiple learning styles
• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Experience working in a dynamic setting and ability to respond to last-minute requests
• Demonstrates a passion for outdoor education, learning and developing others.