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Title: Workforce Trainer & Instructor /Principal Scientist - CR123

State Role Title: Scientist II

Hiring Range: $82,000 - $95,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of General Services

Location: DCLS

Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties:

The Division of Consolidated Laboratory Service (DCLS) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a serve as the Workforce Trainer and Instructor (Principal Scientist) for the Division in the Laboratory Systems Improvement and Training (LSIT) Group. This position will support the recruitment and retention of scientists and support staff including outreach efforts as well as the development of customized trainings to continue to develop and retain a competent workforce at DCLS.

LSIT provides services and support for a wide variety of internal and external customers through partnerships and collaboration, to include workforce development, training and outreach, systems improvements, implementation of strategic initiatives, evidence and records management for several programs. One essential function of the LSIT Group is providing effective quality training solutions and programs to meet the needs of our customers.

The selected candidate will use organization skills to work both independently and as a team member, along with the LSIT Manager, to:

• Pursue, engage, actively participate in and follow up on recruitment opportunities.
  
• Develop and launch a workforce training program to expand employee engagement, address skill development and improve employee resilience with a goal of increasing workforce retention.
  
• Identify training needs, designing and conducting trainings to meet identified needs, and evaluating the effectiveness of the trainings upon completion.
  
• Provide training, workshops and consultation based on needs assessments and best practices both onsite at DCLS and at other locations, on a wide variety of laboratory and workforce development subjects.
  
• Support DCLS with Laboratory Systems Improvement and Training initiative.

The work environment will be both a laboratory and clerical/office setting, and the selected candidate will use knowledge of laboratory science and safety to incorporate these practices in training products, as applicable.

This is a full-time restricted position funded by a federal grant and includes state benefits.

Hours of work for this position are typically 8-hour days/5 days per week Monday through Friday. Some weekend, holiday, and on call work may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with learning management systems, data entry, maintaining accurate records, and the development and maintenance of electronic databases required.
  
• Significant experience designing, planning, and conducting formal technical trainings for internal and external professionals in field of expertise via in person, synchronous and asynchronous modalities required.
  
• Communication, training design and workforce training delivery experience required.
  
• Experience using Microsoft Suite programs and email programs for work coordination required.
  
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, quality assurance, and quality control principles and procedures
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of laboratory science, good laboratory practices, laboratory instrumentation
  
• Comprehensive knowledge and work-related experience with the theory and application of chemical and/or microbiological principles
  
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills to provide consultation to customers relating to workforce development programs and initiatives.
  
• Use of electronic learning management system to design, develop and deliver effective instructional materials.
  
• Knowledge and skills in the development of training needs assessments and utilizing the most appropriate training modality to deliver effective solutions.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead others and work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision.
  
Ability to work in a team environment and show initiative, working cooperatively with other staff members to seek out mutually agreeable solutions to problems.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing laboratories, laboratory certification
  
• Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding customer service
  
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple simultaneous projects and deadlines
  
• Experience providing coaching, career counseling and mentoring
  
• Experience performing basic and complex laboratory testing procedures
  
• Experience utilizing eLearning software to design and development training.
  
Experience utilizing audio/visual and other media equipment.
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DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Qualified state employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). As a full-time employee with the Virginia Department of General Services, Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services, you may be able to take advantage of this program! Visit the site Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for more information including eligibility requirements.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

DGS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.

This is a full-time restricted position funded by a federal grant and includes state benefits. See DHRM Policy 2.20 Types of Employment for general terms and conditions.

The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online State application must contain all required information and fully respond to the questions to be considered for this job opportunity.

For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office at jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or call 804-786-3910.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.

Blood-borne pathogen training will be provided by the employer. In order to comply with OSHA blood-borne pathogen requirements, DCLS offers the Hepatitis B vaccine.

DCLS employees are designated as essential personnel. This designation requires DCLS employees to report to the workplace or at an assigned remote location during state authorized closings or delays (i.e., weather-related closures/delays, holidays, etc.), unless otherwise instructed by management.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.