Trainer, Learning & Development

City of Boston Residency Required

Mission Statement

The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

Job Description

The purpose of the Consortium for Professional Development is to design, develop, and deliver impactful, equitable, and inclusive learning opportunities for the public health workforce community. Our goal is to inspire and promote personal growth and career advancement to address the public health challenges of our time.

The Trainer for Staff Learning & Development will support the development and implementation of training programs across Boston Public Health Commission. This role requires strong facilitation skills and instructional design expertise. The trainer will create and deliver accessible, impactful learning opportunities while ensuring the successful execution, evaluation, and continuous improvement of program initiatives. This position ensures training initiatives are aligned with these outcomes, Boston Public Health Commission’s strategic plan, and the agency’s commitment to racial justice and health equity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work to help BPHC become an anti-racist organization by meeting or exceeding standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism policy.
• Adhere to the Consortium for Professional Development’s practices and standards.
• Support the learning management system by uploading content, tracking progress, processing enrollments, and generating reports.
• Facilitate training sessions (in-person and virtual), assist with online course delivery, operate audio/visual equipment, and support monthly New Hire Orientation.
• Develop and adapt training materials, including curricula, manuals, e-learning modules, and job aids, to accommodate diverse learning needs.
• Communicate schedules, course details, and program information; answer participant inquiries; and prepare reports and correspondence.
• Collaborate with leadership, employees, and cross-functional teams to assess training needs, build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, and represent the organization at events.
• Stay current on industry trends and serve as a subject matter expert on training methodologies and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Passionate commitment to health equity and racial/social justice issues.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, and injustice in health outcomes as well as strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.
• Educational and work experience:
• High School Diploma/GED and three (3) years of related experience.
• Associate's degree with (2) years related experience.
• Experience designing and facilitating trainings and workshops utilizing adult learning theory.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Excellent skills in all Microsoft applications (Teams, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• Experience working in non-profit or government agencies is highly desirable.
• Experience in evaluating program effectiveness through data analysis and feedback collection.

Additional Information

• City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
• A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
• Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
• Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
• The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
• The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.

Shift

35 Hours Per Week

Grant Funding Information

This position is dependent on grants / external funding sources.

Pay Range

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually