State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Trainer (7717AR)

$35.80-$46.33 Hourly / $2,863.99-$3,706.29 BiWeekly /
$74,750.00-$96,734.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in preparing and conducting training programs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under general supervision of an employee of higher grade.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May supervise clerical staff as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Prepares and conducts training courses;
  • Assists in planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating comprehensive training programs;
  • Conducts needs assessments;
  • Develops course objectives, curricula, outlines and contents;
  • Selects and develops training methods and materials;
  • Researches learning material and resources;
  • Monitors and evaluates training courses and participants progress;
  • Provides technical assistance and consultation;
  • Maintains records and prepares reports;
  • Organizes and maintains a library of training materials;
  • May conduct drills and exercises;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • principles and techniques of training and staff development;
    • education methods and techniques;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • assess training needs and determine objectives;
    • develop, organize and conduct training courses;
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of technical experience in training, staff development, or adult education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
  • Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess specialized certifications for designated positions prior to appointment.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(38)-Training

BARGAINING UNIT

(16)-ADMIN & RESID (P-5)

EEO

(2)-Professional

SALARY INFORMATION

AR 22

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specifications for the class of Trainer in Salary Group AR 22 approved effective February 15, 2012. (Revised to modify the Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed section and modify content) Final 23-035

EFFECTIVE DATE

03/08/2023
CLASS: 7717AR; EST: 10/1/1987; REV: 3/15/2023;