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Training & Education Specialist
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Position Details
Proposed Start Date
01/16/2026
Classification Title
Administrative Support
Rank
N - No Rank
Working Title
Training & Education Specialist
Department
222800 - OCD Oregon Center for Career Devel
Position Number
D95281
Representation
AU - AAUP
Renewable
Renewable
End date, if applicable
06/30/2027
Position FTE
1
Tenure Status
F - Fixed Term
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The OR Center for Career Development in Childcare and Education (OCCD) resides in the College of Education at Portland State University.
Position Summary
This position exists within the Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education (OCCD), a non-academic unit of Portland State University. OCCD promotes the quality of childhood care and education for Oregon’s children and families by providing a statewide career development system for practitioners. OCCD is a fast paced, joint decision-making environment that adheres to high professional ethical standards and promotes lifelong learning.
This position operates within the Training & Education functions of the OCCD at a secondary support level. Regularly serves as a technical leader and expert regarding trainer and training development. Performs project oversight, as needed, for challenging and unique functions and programs depending on grant requirements. This position works closely with the supervisor, coordinator, and other OCCD professional and support staff, in accomplishing these responsibilities.
Within the Training & Education functions, this position has responsibility for providing assistance and professional support to the Coordinator of Training & Education. Assistance and professional support may be provided in such areas as: Assist with monitoring of Statewide Training Calendar, Trainer & Coaching Standards; Training Systems Development and Implementation; Training Curricula development and delivery, Trainer Presentation & Media Packages: Training of Trainers, review, CCR&R Liaisons, DELC; Trainer Review Teams; Partner Presentation & Education
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
This position operates within the Training & Education functions of the OCCD at a secondary support level. Regularly serves as a technical leader and expert regarding trainer and training development. Performs project oversight, as needed, for challenging and unique functions and programs depending on grant requirements. This position works closely with the supervisor, coordinator, and other OCCD professional and support staff, in accomplishing these responsibilities.
Within the Training & Education functions, this position has responsibility for providing assistance and professional support to the Coordinator of Training & Education. Assistance and professional support may be provided in such areas as: Assist with monitoring of Statewide Training Calendar, Trainer & Coaching Standards; Training Systems Development and Implementation; Training Curricula development and delivery, Trainer Presentation & Media Packages: Training of Trainers, review, CCR&R Liaisons, DELC; Trainer Review Teams; Partner Presentation & Education
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
Minimum Qualifications
- BA/BS in Childhood Care and Education or related field or equivalent.
- 1-3 years experience and professional competence in Childhood Care and Education or related field.
- Demonstration of a desire to increase related knowledge and skills.
- Evidence of professional standards, ethics, and values.
- Competence in oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability in the following areas:
- a) Working with people from diverse backgrounds and professional affiliations.
- b) Working within large or statewide programs.
- c) Interpreting and implementing program policies and procedures.
- d) Maintaining and analyzing program information and data.
- e) Accessing & using professional resources and information.
- f) Communication, collaboration and partnership with various childhood care and education partners.
- Availability for statewide travel.
- Must be able to report to the PSU campus and/or other assigned location in person as needed.
- Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of professional experience and professional competence in similar position.
- Leadership in professional associations at local and state levels.
- Presentations in professional settings.
- Participation in professional development systems.
- Oregon Registry Master Trainer.
- Education/training in adult development and coordination.
- Participation or membership in professional associations at local or state levels.
Key Cultural Competencies
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $54,072 and $58,428, but may be negotiated above this range, dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $54,072 and $58,428, but may be negotiated above this range, dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.
Application Instructions
Additional Information
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
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This appointment mat be renewed on 7/1/27, contingent upon grant funding.
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This appointment mat be renewed on 7/1/27, contingent upon grant funding.
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required
Yes
Position End Date (if applicable)
06/30/2027
If you have questions
Please email OCCD at centerline@pdx.edu.
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