Training Support Specialist

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking to hire a Training Support Specialist that will play a key role in the development, implementation, coordination, and monitoring of training programs. This role involves providing administrative, logistical, and programmatic support to training initiatives, ensuring that employees, researchers, and other stakeholders receive effective and compliant training to meet organizational, safety, and regulatory standards. The successful candidate should have excellent organizational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a strong commitment to professional development within a highly technical and innovative laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Training Program Coordination:
   • Coordinate training schedules, instructor availability, and venue logistics for in-person and virtual training sessions.
   • Serve as a point of contact for staff regarding training inquiries and scheduling needs.
2. Content Development and Delivery Support:
   • Assist subject matter experts in creating, updating, and maintaining training materials (presentations, manuals, recordings, etc.).
   • Ensure training materials are in compliance with regulatory and laboratory standards.
   • Support instructors in delivering training, including preparing training tools and resources.
3. Compliance and Record Maintenance:
   • Maintain accurate documentation of training records in accordance with organizational and regulatory policies.
   • Track employee training progress and ensure timely completion of required sessions and certifications.
   • Produce reports on training participation and compliance metrics.
4. Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Collaborate with technical leads, human resources, and department heads to assess training needs and prioritize offerings.
   • Act as a liaison between various laboratory divisions to ensure consistent training delivery.
   • Conduct surveys and gather feedback from employees to evaluate and enhance program effectiveness.
5. Technology and Tools Management:
   • Utilize learning management systems (LMS) to schedule, track, and manage training programs.
   • Stay informed about new training technologies and recommend tools to optimize learning outcomes.
   • Troubleshoot technical issues during virtual and hybrid training sessions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, organizational development, science, technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7 years of relevant experience in training coordination, instructional design, or administrative support in a technical or scientific environment.
• Familiarity with compliance standards, such as OSHA, ISO, or similar regulations within a laboratory or research institution.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas) and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a national laboratory or nuclear facility.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations within laboratory settings.
• Qualification in instructional design, project management, or related areas.

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

*Benefits vary based upon employment status

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
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  • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
  • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
  
  
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.