Technical Training Liaison (NWS 00898)

Technical Training Liaison (NWS 00898)

THIS POSITION IS A SHORT TERM MAX 1000 HOUR ASSIGNMENT.

North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science technology and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customers mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen at least 18 years of age and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals drug screen and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of NWS a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore CA. Though employed by NWS the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay benefits Human Resource and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.

The Strategic Deterrence Directorate has an opening for a Technical Training and Development Specialist that will support SD in our Radioactive and Hazardous Waste Management (RHWM) organization specifically. The successful candidate will serve as the technical advisor on chemistry fundamentals and application of this knowledge for Hazardous Waste Professionals. They will also collaborate with other subject matter experts to deliver technical training design and develop course materials. The successful candidate will advise on regulatory policy implementation and use various instructional design theories and analysis techniques appropriate to adult learners. They will design training for on-the-job instructor-led classroom and web-based training as needed to align with organizational strategies. Curricula will include the incorporation of applicable security safety management and environmental health and safety policies at the Laboratory. Interactions are with all levels of personnel within SD and RHWM. This position will functionally report to the RHWM Training Manager.

Essential Duties
- Design and develop specialized training for RHWM personnel including chemistry fundamentals chemical compatibility hazard classification waste characterization reaction hazards and applicable regulations such as the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA)
- Conduct needs assessment and job task analysis activities for new and established job roles.
- Execute the systematic approach to training including performing gap analysis and creating new training materials independently.
- Interpret regulations with subject matter experts and determine organizational training needs to ensure compliance with DOE OSHA RCRA DOT and other applicable Federal codes & standards as well as LLNL requirements.
- Develop course objectives and performance standards in accordance with systematic processes.
- Design and create training content and materials in a variety of media (e.g. online interactive classroom OJT etc.).
-Review and evaluate training materials and curriculum to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training and develop training metrics.
- Facilitate or deliver technical training as required via online OJT classroom or virtual means.
- Participate in the development of emergency drill scenarios facilitate operational drills and perform controller/evaluator drill functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelors degree in education Organization Development Training and Development Instructional Design Technologies or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience applying training analysis and development practices techniques standards processes and systems.
- Knowledge of and experience in principles of Instructional Systems Design methodologies and techniques and needs analysis principles.
- Experience using various computer software applications and multimedia tools for training and development with an emphasis in online training.
- Analytical decision-making and project planning skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact with others and to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability/commitment to valuing diversity equity and inclusion principles in the workplace.
- Advanced analytical decision-making and problem-solving skills to evaluate interpret recommend and implement actions/solutions for complex problems.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to collaborate in a team environment and to present and communicate complex technical information.

Desired Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- Experience designing and developing training programs in a regulated environment.
- Experience designing and developing interactive online training courses complete with video audio skill-based interaction and examination processes 3D modeling and other media elements.
- Training development experience for personnel safety or emergency response situations.

Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Subcontractor.
Anticipated Government Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or addition all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country) you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and work-life balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1- for assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.