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Training Specialist

New York City Department of Transportation
$63,074.00 - $84,771.00
United States, New York, Manhattan
May 22, 2025
The NYC Department of Transportation is seeking a qualified Industrial Hygienist Level II to serve within the Training and Development Unit, a division of Human Resources and Facility Management. Reporting directly to the Director of Training and Development, the selected candidate will assume the role of Training Specialist, with primary responsibilities including the delivery and in-person facilitation of safety and workplace compliance training programs. Core duties will include (but not limited to) conducting the agency's annual Right-to-Know and Safety Awareness training for field personnel. This training encompasses a range of critical safety topics, such as Personal Protective Equipment, Hearing Conservation, Workplace Violence Prevention, Mobile Equipment Safety, and Bloodborne Pathogens. Additionally, the selected candidate will be responsible for facilitating in-person compliance training sessions on Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) topics, Certificate of Fitness Examination Preparation, and Defensive Driving. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic instructional settings, quickly acquire subject matter knowledge, and effectively conduct varied training exercises. Further responsibilities include assisting with the design and development of training curricula, researching current health and safety regulations, maintaining accurate records of training activities, and preparing reports, statistics, and project updates for submission to the Director of Training and Development. The candidate must demonstrate flexibility in their work schedule, including availability for early morning and evening assignments. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST CIVIL SERVICE LIST, OR BE ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM. INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST - 31305 Minimum Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by 28 semester credits in industrial hygiene, environmental health science, occupational health science and/or safety engineering; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by 28 semester credits in the physical or natural sciences, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, chemical engineering and/or toxicology and one year of satisfactory, full-time experience in the identification, evaluation and control of health and safety hazards; or 3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time work experience as described in "2" above; or 4. A combination of education and experience that is the equivalent of the course work and/or experience described in "1", "2", and "3" above. Semester credits from an accredited college or university in industrial hygiene, environmental health science, occupational health science and/or safety engineering may be substituted for experience on the basis of 7 semester credits equals 6 months of experience, up to a maximum of 28 semester credits. Semester credits from an accredited college or university in the physical or natural sciences, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, chemical engineering and/or toxicology may be substituted for experience on the basis of 7 semester credits equals 3 months of experience, up to a maximum of 28 semester credits. However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. License Requirements A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. Special Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, one year of satisfactory full-time work experience in the identification, evaluation and control of health and safety hazards. Preferred Skills -Demonstrated experience in adult education, training, or K-12 instruction. -Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong public speaking and presentation capabilities. -Knowledge of adult learning theories and strategies to effectively engage adult learners. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. -Experience in writing and reviewing test preparation material is strongly preferred. -Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is highly desirable. -Familiarity with virtual training platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.