Training and Development Specialist VI

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Functional Title: Training and Development Specialist VI 
Job Title: Training & Dev Specialist VI 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Regulatory Svcs Trng 
Posting Number: 10212 
Closing Date: 10/27/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Education Training and Library 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 
Salary Range: $6,760.12 - $9,508.25 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework: Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 85% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: LUFKIN 
Job Location Address: 1210 S CHESTNUT ST 
Other Locations:  
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Performs highly advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) surveyor field supervision and training of nurse, social work, dietary, investigator and general surveyors assigned to the long-term care orientation program. Work involves overseeing the development and evaluation of regional educational and training programs. Responsible for planning, assigning, and supervising training and training field experiences of new surveyors within a region. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  This position can be housed statewide. This position is a mobile position.

Essential Job Functions: 

55% Provide guidance to field surveyors regarding agency personnel policies and procedures; implement and assures compliance with personnel procedures; and keeps management apprised of sensitive issues regarding personnel, surveys, and/or providers.

20% Provide Technical Assistance and Field Training: Provides field supervision of surveyors and interpretation of state and federal regulations, protocols, and principles of documentation, to survey staff and industry.

10% Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of training programs, identifies issues, processes, and staff that require additional training. Participates in training for all staff including new employees.

15% Perform Administrative Duties: Complete evaluations for new surveyors according to policy; identifies non-performance issues and applies policy as necessary; act as a liaison between CAT and other program areas and agencies, and conduct special projects as assigned.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:  Successful completion of Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) preferred. Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  

Knowledge of automation programs utilized by Long-term Care Regulatory Services programs such as TULIP, ASPEN, ASEQ, iQIES, ACTs, IMPACT, etc.
Knowledge of Long-term Care Regulatory Services survey and investigation procedures

Knowledge of employee development principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of group processes, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations.
Knowledge of innovation training and development techniques and best practices.
Knowledge of and ability to apply instructional design and curriculum development principles, including the development of learning objectives.

Skill and experience in problem identification, analysis, and resolution.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication
Skill in planning and budgeting various employee development programs
Skill in evaluating quality and effectiveness of employee development programs and analyzing results
Skill in facilitating workshops, training and development sessions, and meetings
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Skill in applying training and employee development procedures and techniques
Skill in using a computer and applicable software such as ASPEN, TULIP, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Ability to manage workload within a given timeframe and/or deadline
Ability to summarize complex information for agency decision-makers
Ability to assess and analyze employee development needs an develop effective project plans
Ability to develop employee development programs and formulate development/learning objectives
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to apply quality assurance standards
Ability to apply adult education principles, practices, and techniques
Ability to work independently
Ability to supervise the work of others even without a direct reporting relationship

Initial Screening Criteria:  24 months experience in a long-term care regulatory environment required. Experience with Adult Learning and Education Principles required. Degree from an accredited college/university is preferred.  Successful completion of Survey Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) preferred.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.