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Training & Development Supervisor
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Requisition Id: 4265
Salary: $65,304.00 - $81,516.00
Salary Grade: S10
Job Location: Commission Headquarters (JEFFE1)
Closing Date: January 16, 2026
Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.
To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor,Paul J Imhoff at Paul.Imhoff@mdc.mo.gov or at 573-522-4115 Ext. 3228, during regular business hours. We would love to hear from you!
Summary/Objective
Manage employee development for all Department employees by ensuring training opportunities that are essential to Department jobs and to the success of the Department as a whole.
Essential Job Duties
- Lead the design, implementation, and facilitation of internal training programs, including curriculum development tailored to departmental priorities and workplace competency gaps.
- Oversee the planning and execution of external training initiatives, ensuring alignment with the department's professional budget and strategic initiatives.
- Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, performance measurements, and continuous improvement strategies.
- Monitor and manage all training activities in the Employee Development Unit (EDU), including:
- Contract negotiation and coordinations of external vendors
- Leadership Development Rule (LDR) reports and post-training evaluations
- Oversight and management of the Learning Management System (LMS)
- Oversight of Linkedin Learning and FranklinCovey All Access Pass (AAP)
- Provide coaching and mentorship to internal staff trainings and work teams (use DISC and Emotional Intelligence assessments to foster better communication and performance management.
- Serve as co-chair of the statewide Training & Development Working Group, collaborating with the Statewide Resource Management Training & Development Coordinator to drive interagency collaboration and learning strategies.
- Manage the Employee Development Unit (EDU) program budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and cost-effective training solutions.
- Provide strategic oversight of key learning platforms and tools (Captivate, Adobe Pro, Canva).
- Supervise and support a dynamic team consisting of one full-time Training Specialist, one part-time Training Specialist, and one Administrative Assistant.
Ancillary Job Duties
- Other duties, as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration, Education, Communications or related field.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in training and development of secretarial, technical, supervisory and management staff.
- Preferred certifications in Extended DISC, Emotional Intelligence (EQ-i.20), Franklin Covey programs (7 Habits of Highly Effective People), and Situational Leadership.
- Membership with various organizations and committees such as Association of Talent Development (ATD), American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) etc. is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with a strong ability to create visually engaging content-rich presentations tailored to adult learners.
- Experience with virtual platforms such as Teams and WebEx for webinars.
- Familiarity with e-Learning authoring tools such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, or similar platforms used to create interactive and engaging web-based training content.
- Demonstrated experience in applying adult learning principles in the design and delivery of training programs.
- Familiarity with adult learning theory, instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE)
- Exceptionally organized, innovative, and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
- Skilled in managing multifaceted operational details with precision and accuracy, ensuring seamless execution across diverse training initiatives.
- Proficient in evaluating and analyzing departmental training programs, identifying gaps, measuring effectiveness, and recommending data-driven improvements to enhance learning outcomes.
- Continuously engaged in professional development, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in adult learning and organizational training.
- Demonstrated excellence in customer service, with a strong commitment to responsiveness, empathy, and stakeholder satisfaction across all levels of the organization.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly and persuasively to internal staff, external trainers, consultants, and the public.
- Adept at building and sustaining collaborative relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, educational institutions, community organizations, and professional networks.
- Experienced in designing, planning, and facilitating training programs for diverse audiences, including frontline staff, supervisors, and executive leadership.
- Strong judgment and initiative in interpreting and applying departmental and divisional policies, ensuring consistency, compliance, and strategic alignment.
- Willing and able to travel statewide on a regular basis, including overnight stays approximately two to three times per month, to support training delivery and other projects.
Work Environment
- Work is typically performed in a standard office environment.
Physical Abilities
- Remain in a stationary position 70% or more of the time.
- Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
- Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
- Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 10 pounds.
- Concentrated attention is required at all times.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.
Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.
Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.
MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.
The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.
Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.
All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.
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