Coordinator, Training and Development

Department: PR Business Operations

This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

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General Purpose

Reporting to the Physical Resource’s Human Resources manager, the Coordinator, Training and Development is responsible for designing, implementing, and conducting training programs for all staff in Physical Resources (PR).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead workplace-specific training sessions through classroom lecture and/or on-site demonstrations and instructions for all PR staff, both new hires and existing employees
• Create and update training manuals, presentations, and other educational materials to ensure that PR staff are informed about the latest techniques, safety protocols, and industry best practices
• Maintain reports to record, monitor, and evaluate performance, comprehension, co-operation, quality and safety of all PR employees
• Regularly assess the performance of PR staff through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and on-the-job evaluations to ensure that training objectives are met. Recommend staff training and retraining as required
• Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, including department managers, HR, and safety officers to align training initiatives with organizational goals and objectives
• Keep abreast of developments in trades and custodial including new cleaning technologies, safety regulations, and environmentally friendly practices, and incorporate relevant information into training programs
• Provide temporary coverage for Custodial Supervisors who are on leave or vacation, ensuring continuity of supervision, training, and operational support. This may include maintaining staff attendance and labor costs per building records, and ordering supplies and materials

Requirements

• 1 year experience delivering and creating training and 2 years custodial experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience
• An Undergraduate Degree in human resources management or a related field, such as business administration, industrial relations, commerce or psychology
• Excellent communication and training facilitation skills
• Strong safety awareness and an in-depth understanding of various cleaning techniques, equipment, and chemicals used in custodial services
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage training schedules, materials, and assessments efficiently
• The following is considered an asset:
• Instructor Development Program
• Certification as a Professional Trainer, International Sanitary Supply Institute (Cleaning Management Institute) ISSA (CMI)
• Intermediate-level operation of Microsoft Suite, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with Maintenance Management Software, such as Megamation
• Experience supervising a unionized team

Employee Type: Regular 

Position Number: 10803003 

Classification: P&M FT- Band 03 

Professional/Managerial Salary Bands 

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 01/06/2025 

Closing Date: 01/20/2025 

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