Training Manager

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Training Manager to join our team!

The Training Manager is responsible for ensuring the project training curriculum is developed and training events are conducted on time in accordance with the project schedule. Works with the Government Action Officer and Senior Instructor to plan a training event. Ensures the Senior instructor has the team and resources needed to prepare training curriculum and execute the event. Develops and implements the continuous improvement process for the program. Should be familiar with security type training projects and have CWMD training experience.

What You'll Be Doing:

- Supports the selection of the Senior Instructor.
- Works with the Senior Instructor and the Government Action Officer to plan training events.
- Ensures the Senior Instructor follows all steps to develop curriculum and prepare to conduct training events OCONUS.
- Assigns Instructors and personnel to develop curriculum, translate curriculum, and provides support and quality reviews for the development of training even curriculum.
- Participates in Training Event planning meetings and leads the development of the Training Event Plan (TEP).
- Conduct training needs/gap assessments.
- Works with other managers (Task Order Project Manager and Logistics Manager), training SMEs to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project.
- Ensures that the project meets or exceeds goals established in these plans.
- Reviews all Training curriculum and materials for quality control.
- Reviews all Training Event Reports (TER) from a quality control perspective and to ensure lessons learned are captured and applied to future events for continuously improving the program.
- Promotes technical and commercial excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes.
- Monitors and reports to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule.
- Participates in weekly meetings to review project status and formulate action items.
- Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

- Bachelor's degree in a technical or educational field, or equivalent (including military experience)
- 10+ years of related work experience is required.
- At least 5 years of experience managing/conducting training events in an international environment is required.
- Incumbent should have a broad general training and business background, as well as previous CWMD training experience on similar or related projects.
- Proven work experience as a Training Manager
- Track record in designing and executing successful training programs
- Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc)
- Excellent communication and leadership skillsAbility to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively
- Strong writing and record keeping ability for reports and training manuals
- Good computer and database skills
- Willingness and ability to travel to the Parsons office in Lorton, Virginia and internationally to conduct assessments and support training events as required.

Security Clearance Requirement:
None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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