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Posting Number: 20233761S
Position Title: Training Specialist
Position Type: Staff
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type:
Work Schedule: full-time/12-months
Avg Hours Week
Department: 709 - Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Position Summary:
The Training Specialist reports to the Assistant Director of Education and
Training and is primarily responsible for improving diversity awareness and
DEI competence of the Villanova community. This position will work with the
Assistant Director to deliver training initiatives and arrange suitable
training solutions. Specifically, this position facilitates the Advancing
Equity and Justice Curriculum, Hiring for Villanova's Future and Community is
a Verb. This position actively searches, creatively designs, and implements
effective methods to educate, enhance, and recognize performance across all
levels of the organization.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order.
Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral
component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand,
respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Deliver the Education and Training Curriculum utilizing interactive and
dynamic facilitation.
Maintain the integrity and implementation of the Advancing Equity and
Justice Curriculum through integrating best practices and leading
research.
Coordinate the necessary functions of planning, organizing and resourcing
diversity and inclusion development and training events.
Collaborate with the Human Resources (HR) Training Director on mutually
beneficial projects.
Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum requirements:
Formal Education: Bachelors Degree
Work Experience: At least 5 years of experience in higher education (or
like environment) managing programs in a related position in fast paced
and dynamic environment.
Training experience:
At least 4 years of experience as a trainer or educator
Experience in public speaking
Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)
Must be able to communicate and facilitate conversation across difference
Must feel comfortable collaborating with diverse points of view
Must be able to build relationships with campus partners
Must be able to speak publicly and engage audience participants
The individual must have a deep commitment to the well-being of the
Villanova University, a commitment to the University's
Catholic/Augustinian heritage, and the advancement of its mission, and to
serving the needs of a diverse community.
Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures
related to field and area)
Must have understanding of frameworks, current trends, and research in
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Must have knowledge of training and workshop design and content creation
Must have knowledge of using multiple learning mediums
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications:
Formal Education
Master's degree preferred, with desired emphasis on fields related to
diversity and inclusion.
At least 2-4 years of experience in higher education (or like
environment) managing programs in a related position in fast paced and
dynamic environment.
Training experience:
At least 2-4 years of experience as a trainer or educator
Experience in public speaking
Work Experience
Preferred current position in DEI Training and Education role
Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)
Preferred ability to work with adult learners
Preferred second language
Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures
related to field and area)
Understanding of integrating Trauma-Informed Practices and Restorative
Justice/Healing into practice
Work with faculty in an academic setting
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:
Posting Date: 08/23/2023
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
Commensurate with experience.
Salary Band: I
Job Classification: exempt
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