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Prince William County Government
Training and Exercise/Planner Specialist
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A Training and Development Specialist directs education or staff training programs for a company, such as large firms or distributorships, or private post-secondary educational providers.
$68,926 / year median in Virginia
-1% projected decline
Job Description
The Prince William Health District (PWHD) operates multiple public health programs to protect and improve the health and well-being of its residents from Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park, a majority minority community in Northern Virginia. PWHD is a progressive public health leader providing services that promote population health, protect public health and the environment, and ensure residents' access to health services and information. Developing a competent public health workforce is integral to PWHD's mission. We are looking to enhance our workforce with a dynamic and innovative individual to support public health training and exercise, and support workforce development for staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders. This position will conduct these activities through internal collaboration and external partnerships within the Emergency Preparedness and Response Division of PWHD.
About This Role:
Join our team to lead the development and delivery of comprehensive public health emergency preparedness and response training for PWHD staff, MRC volunteers, and community partners. In this role, you will maintain and implement a multi-year training and exercise plan, support the Integrated Preparedness Plan (IPP), and ensure all required documentation meets Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) grant standards. You will collaborate with local jurisdictions and partners to strengthen PWHD's Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), manage employee emergency management training records, and participate in regional preparedness initiatives. When emergencies arise, you will play a key role by providing Just-In-Time Training (JITT) to support public health response operations.Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma orG.E.D. 5
years of related experience in public health, epidemiology, emergency management, adult education, or a related fieldPreferences:
Bachelor's degree in public health, emergency management, public administration, or a related field of study 6 years of experience in public health, epidemiology, emergency management, adult education, or a related field Excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS) Completion of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)Special Requirements:
Emergency Manager Certification Physical Requirements:
Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Work Schedule:
Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM. However, this position must remain flexible for community events, after-hours needs, and public health emergency activations.Hiring Salary Range:
$70,921.50 - $75,820.00 Annually We also offer great benefits, including: Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) 401a and 457 retirement savings plans Paid Annual Leave / Sick Leave / Personal Leave Paid Holidays Group Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Plans Group Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Development Opportunities Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.NOTE:
The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here for the class description . Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.SEE YOURSELF HERE
!Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings