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Pennsylvania College of Technology is hiring an Industrial Training Specialist. The role involves developing, marketing, and delivering specialized industrial training programs, managing projects, and cultivating employer relationships to support workforce development initiatives. The specialist also coordinates with internal departments and funding agencies to enhance training quality and effectiveness.

Highlights

Develop and deliver industrial maintenance training programs and workshops.
Manage relationships with clients, funding agencies, and internal departments such as Institutional Advancement and Career Services.
Evaluate training quality and incorporate customer feedback for continuous improvement.
Prepare marketing materials, financial, and activity reports related to training and projects.
Provide technical assistance and oversight for training resources and project teams.
Require proficiency in MS Office and web-based video conferencing platforms.
Possess an Associate's Degree in a related field (required) and a Bachelor's Degree (preferred).
Minimum three years of industrial environment experience with extensive knowledge of industrial maintenance operations.
Valid driver's license required; ability to travel and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Annual salary range between $70,000 and $80,000 based on qualifications.

Industrial Training Specialist Full Description

Overview:

Using their industrial maintenance expertise, this person will execute substantial activities related to the sales, marketing, development and delivery of specialized and technical training programs for manufacturing and industrial applications, and oversight of projects. This includes comprehensive business development generation through the establishment and cultivation of employer relationships. This position may require travel and hours beyond the normal workweek as required to meet the needs of the department.

Benefits include: medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Associate's Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Required
Bachelor's Degree. Preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Career and Technical Instructional Certificate. Preferred

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of work experience in an industrial environment. Required
Extensive knowledge of equipment and/or processes related to industrial maintenance operations. Required
Completion of a registered apprenticeship program in mechatronics, industrial maintenance or related field. Preferred
Training/mentoring experience. Preferred
Sales/marketing experience. Preferred
Grant administration experience. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Superior interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with staff, faculty, students, and the public. Required
Positive work attitude and ability to motivate others. Required
Ability to manage multiple priorities and prioritize work based on changing needs. Required
Essential sales and marketing skills. Preferred
Essential project management skills. Required
Knowledge of business/industrial operations. Required
Proficient development of original solutions and targeted outcomes. Required
Ability to innovate in a dynamic environment with emerging opportunities. Required
Ability to interact successfully as a team member. Required
Ability to instruct others in industrial maintenance related skills. Required
Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications and webbased video conferencing platforms. Required
Strong oral and written communication skills to facilitate correspondence with other staff, clients, and thirdparty entities, online and inperson meetings, and presentations. Required
Possession of a valid driver's license. Required

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients to assess and address training and project needs.

Consult on an ongoing basis with Institutional Advancement, Career Services, and other offices/persons with assigned company contact responsibility on behalf of the College to coordinate and maximize efforts.

Coordinate with other WD staff for ongoing support of clients as necessary. Maintain updated and complete data within training management and shared file systems.

Evaluate and assess training programs for quality of content and instruction and seek customer feedback on opportunities for improvement.

Represent WD and the College in community, industry, and professional organization functions.

Maintain memberships and involvement with professional organizations, and keep current with trends in adult education and training issues

Maintain strong working relationships with funding agencies for continued cooperation and coordination of projects.

Assist in the development and administration of grants related to training, business and industry projects, and economic development.

Manage training program development and delivery, and provide direction to individuals supporting all related efforts.

Monitor and evaluate training programs to maintain high quality and recommend improvement initiatives as needed.

Promote the mission and services of WD and the College through presentations, service on committees, and participation in meetings with various agencies.

Assist in the strategic planning process and execute the objectives of WD.

Provide technical assistance and expertise to project teams as appropriate.

Prepare and distribute marketing materials for training activities and special projects.

Prepare financial, statistical, and other activity reports and projections as requested by the supervisor.

Oversee the development, coordination, marketing, and implementation of training programs, seminars, and services. Negotiate with clients and applicable funding agencies to develop program specifications, costs, and contracts for specialized training, and assessment initiatives.

Coordinate resources to ensure proper configuration and installation of computer software and hardware, as well as other equipment for effective delivery of training, projects, and demonstrations.

Identify, train, and oversee internal and external instructors as necessary.

Assist with the interview process and make recommendations for hiring as requested.

Provide instruction for manufacturing and industrial maintenance related training and workshops for WD clients as necessary.

Lifting up to 50 pounds, without assistance, on occasion.
Exposure to heat, cold, vibration, and loud environments may occur when touring industry sites.
May require travel between buildings or through large industrial facilities.

Physical Standards and Special Job Features: Pay Transparency: Based on minimum education and experience qualifications the yearly salary range is $70,000 - $80,000. College Statement: This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement:
Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

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Job Code: L5149

Original Job Description

Overview:

EDUCATION

Associate's Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Required
Bachelor's Degree. Preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Career and Technical Instructional Certificate. Preferred

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of work experience in an industrial environment. Required
Extensive knowledge of equipment and/or processes related to industrial maintenance operations. Required
Completion of a registered apprenticeship program in mechatronics, industrial maintenance or related field. Preferred
Training/mentoring experience. Preferred
Sales/marketing experience. Preferred
Grant administration experience. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Superior interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with staff, faculty, students, and the public. Required
Positive work attitude and ability to motivate others. Required
Ability to manage multiple priorities and prioritize work based on changing needs. Required
Essential sales and marketing skills. Preferred
Essential project management skills. Required
Knowledge of business/industrial operations. Required
Proficient development of original solutions and targeted outcomes. Required
Ability to innovate in a dynamic environment with emerging opportunities. Required
Ability to interact successfully as a team member. Required
Ability to instruct others in industrial maintenance related skills. Required
Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications and webbased video conferencing platforms. Required
Strong oral and written communication skills to facilitate correspondence with other staff, clients, and thirdparty entities, online and inperson meetings, and presentations. Required
Possession of a valid driver's license. Required