Trainer (Organizational Development)

City of Athens

Athens, GA(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
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Adult Learning, Best Practices, Business Administration, Calculators, Cancer, Career Development, Communication Skills, Consulting, Copying Machines, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Government, Health Insurance, High School Diploma, Incentive Programs, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Learning Management System (LMS), Legal, Life Insurance, Manual Dexterity, Marketing, Material Moving, Materials Management, Mathematics, Medical Billing, Needs Assessment, Office Equipment, Operations Processes, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Physical Demands, Prescription Drugs, Printers, Reporting Skills, Retirement Plan, Secondary School, Staff Motivation, Staff Training, Team Player, Training Program, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Athens, GA
POSTED
5 days ago

Trainer (Organizational Development)

Salary

$58,411.00 Annually

Location

Satula Avenue Government Building - 375 Satula Avenue, Athens, GA

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-1812

Department

Organizational Development

Division

Organizational Development

Opening Date

06/01/2026

Closing Date

6/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Purpose & Job Related Requirements

REPORTS TO: Organizational Development Director

FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Administrative

CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period

PAY GRADE: 119

SAFETY SENSITIVE: No

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to develop, coordinate, and conduct supervisory and skill-based training for employees of the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to, designing, developing, and conducting on-going skill based training programs; assessing and analyzing training and educational needs of employees and making pertinent recommendations; and providing supervisory training.

Job Related Requirements

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACCs safe driving policy.

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field with three years of training experience; or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Must possess a valid drivers license.

One year of computer training experience preferred.

Supervisory experience preferred.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Develops and delivers new training programs; revises existing training programs based on best management practices.

Conducts supervisory and skill-based training programs to include computer training.

Assesses organizational training and development needs by survey, interview, participant feedback, and on-going evaluation.

Researches, designs, and develops skill-based training materials, visual aids, and workbooks for use by all levels of employees.

Coordinates Athens-Clarke Countys functional training schedule; delivers two training calendars per year providing course descriptions, dates and times, and enrollment guidelines.

Coordinates Consultant led training.

Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of the operations and functions of the Unified Government, and the operations and functions of the Organizational Development Department.

Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices, adult learning practices and techniques, and work methods.

Knowledge of training program development and needs assessment principles and techniques.

Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the job.

Knowledge of and proficiency with computers.

Skill and experience in gathering information and presenting written materials, reports, and documents.

Skill in presenting training materials to diverse groups.

Ability to effectively communicate at a very high level, and interact with employees at all levels in the government.

Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear, and effective manner.

Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in difficult situations.

Ability to use VCRs, video equipment, and various training aides.

Supplemental Information

ADA MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a computer, printer, calculator, telephone, copier, VCR, video equipment, overhead projector, and motor vehicle. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to move around a training facility for extended periods of time while Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of light work.

DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things which may include various reports, training bulletins, and manuals.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to communicate at a very high level; the skill to present training programs to all employees, regardless of their educational level, and to motivate employees to apply the training information effectively on the job. Requires the ability to give/receive information and/or assignments.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires the ability to read a variety of training manuals and materials, management policies, and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare correspondence, training reports, assessments and materials using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people and/or before groups of people with poise, voice control, and confidence.

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques, to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation, and to make independent judgments in the absence of management.

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical, or professional languages including motivation, personnel, accounting, legal, medical, and marketing terminology.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; interpret graphs; and perform statistical calculations.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with visual aid and office equipment and tools.

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using visual aides and office equipment, and while facilitating training. Requires the ability to use the keyboard, lift, bend, push, and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates.

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as a computer, printer, typewriter, calculator, telephone, copier, VCR, video equipment, overhead projector, training aides, and motor vehicle. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DISCRIMINATION: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of colors.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions which includes the ability to deal with differences in a training environment, and the ability to control a classroom setting so all class members have an opportunity to participate. Must be adaptable to performing under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATIONS: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sound by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone and to speak before an audience.

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com.

Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

As an Employer of Choice, we offer:

Health

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Prescription drug plan

Wellness

  • Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness education and incentive programs
  • Annual Wellness Fair
  • Annual employee appreciation events
  • Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
  • Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations

Family and Career

  • Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department
  • Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System

Time

  • Annual/Sick leave
  • 13 paid holidays per calendar year

Money

  • Robust Wellness Program - earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
  • Health Savings Account for medical and dependent care
  • Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
  • 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer - Federal Student Aid
  • Financial education programs
  • Uniforms provided (if applicable)
  • Discount Admissions - ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium

Protection

  • Group Accident insurance
  • Critical Illness insurance
  • MASA Medical Transportation Insurance
  • Employer paid basic life insurance
  • Whole life insurance
  • Employer Paid Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Contributory term life insurance
  • Pet Insurance

To learn more about the Benefits offered at ACCGov, you may access them below.

BENEFITS

http://www.accgov.com/434/Benefits

WELLNESS

http://www.accgov.com/wellness

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

http://www.accgov.com/index.aspx?nid=791

01

Which best describes your highest level of education?

  • Some High School
  • High School diploma or GED from an institution accredited by SACS
  • Some education beyond high school
  • Technical or Vocational Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

02

For any advanced degree, please share your field of study below. If none, type N/A.

03

Please indicate how many years of computer training experience you have.

  • Less than 6 months
  • 1-2 years
  • 3-4 years
  • 5 years or more

04

Please indicate how many years of training experience you have.

  • Less than 6 months
  • 1-2 years
  • 3-4 years
  • 5 years or more

05

Please indicate below how many years of supervisory experience you have.

  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One or more but less than two years
  • Two or more but less than three years
  • Three or more but less than four years
  • Four or more but less than five years
  • Five or more but less than six years
  • Six or more but less than seven years
  • Seven or more but less than eight years
  • Eight or more but less than ten years
  • Ten or more years

06

Do you possess a valid Drivers License?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County

Address 375 Satula Avenue

Human Resources Department

Athens, Georgia, 30601

Phone 706-613-3090

Website http://www.accgov.com

About the Company

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City of Athens