Training Coordinator

Job Description:

Training Coordinator

Description

Job Title
Training Coordinator

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Infrastructure Training And Safety Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary
$7,083.34 monthly

Job Location
Bryan, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Join a high-impact team supporting workforce development and transportation safety across Texas. Under the direction of the Transportation & Heavy Equipment Training Manager, the Training Coordinator plays a key role in scheduling, organizing, and delivering training across the CDL, transportation/highway safety, and heavy equipment programs. This position is responsible for coordinating instructors, managing client relationships, monitoring course quality, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. If you are a motivated professional with a passion for adult education and technical training, this is an opportunity to lead and grow in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Two years of related experience in project coordination and management to include one year of supervisory experience.
  

Equivalency: Will consider an associate’s degree with four years of related experience in project coordination and management to include one year of supervisory experience or a High School Diploma or GED with six years of related experience in project coordination and management to include one year of supervisory experience.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
  
• Must maintain Texas Department of Public Safety and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements for Designated Responsible Person.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Class A commercial driver's license or the ability to obtain Class A CDL within one year of employment (Program provided training).
  
• Ability to obtain TDPS CDL 3rd party examiners certificate within one year.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and environmental conditions.
  
• Must be physically able to set up classrooms and operate training equipment.
  
• Must be able to lift, carry, load, or unload up to 50 lbs.
  
• Must be able to travel independently to other and/or remote locations via driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to learn a working knowledge of Texas Department of Public Safety and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and video applications specifically Teams, Webex, and Zoom.
  
• Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups.
  
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or in teams.
  
• Must be able to interact with clients and staff positively and professionally within groups of various sizes.
  
• Demonstrate commitment to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement.
  
• Business development mindset with the ability to promote training programs effectively.
  
• Ability to assist in the design of new course curriculum and update the current curriculum.
  
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
  

Equipment:

• Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone.
  
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary.
  
• Commercial vehicles and heavy equipment (Backhoe, excavator, forklift, front-end loader, skid steer, etc.)
  
• Instructional materials and hands-on training props.
  

Notifications:

• This position is security sensitive.
  
• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
  
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.
  
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.
  
• As part of TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director/HQ Department Head.
  

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages:

Coordinate training for the Commercial driver’s license program - 40%

• Will serve as Designated Responsible Person for Texas CDL testing program.
  
• Design, develop, coordinate, and conduct Texas CDL training to include the approval process to be an approved training provider for Federal Motor Carrier Administration.
  
• Coordinate all aspects for Texas CDL testing to include scheduling examinees, examiners, and site approvals.
  
• Assists staff with the review and updating of program curriculum.
  
• Periodically monitors instructors and course deliveries.
  
• Markets Agency and Division programs and events to potential customers and students.
  
• Assists program business development by helping customers and students determine training and technical assistance needs.
  
• Responds to customer leads, build and maintain relationships with program customers and students.
  

Coordinate training for the Transportation & Heavy Equipment program - 40%

• Conduct instructor and course audits to ensure compliance with the terms of Texas Department of Public Safety/Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration.
  
• Coordinate exams and assists in the preparation of the training schedule that includes instructor assignments.
  

Administrative Support - 20%

• Collect and manage all required documentation on examinees.
  
• Submit monthly reports to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
  
• As required, must maintain the monthly financial and course delivery progress report.
  
• Participates in the hiring, training and assigns tasks to staff and may provide supervision.
  
• Supervises assigned staff, evaluates performance, provides coaching, feedback, and addresses issues, as necessary.
  
• Actively coordinate and participate in team meetings and events.
  

Other Duties:

• Participate in professional development opportunities.
  
• Maintains a clean and professional appearance and work area.
  
• Maintain and safeguard assigned divisional equipment and property.
  
• Performs additional work duties as assigned.
  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.