Training Coordinator I

About the role:

As a company founded by service-disabled Veterans, we at DFC are driven by a duty to serve our clients, our employees, and our community. We are committed to helping organizations achieve their goals by cultivating a team of talented professionals that delivers exceptional service, creative insights, and high-quality results.

DFC seeks a Training Coordinator to provide logistical and administrative support services to assist with the daily operations and delivery of a government training program. The Training Coordinator will be a part of a team supporting a continuous learning environment and assisting the client in addressing the development needs of their workforce. Support will include assisting with training technology. Must be willing to be on site part-time in Silver Spring, MD.

What the role requires:

• Develop and maintain a master training calendar and schedule.

• Develop and maintain Training Center Operating Procedures and Training Manual.

• Schedule training and other learning events via Outlook calendar.

• Act as a point-of-contact for Training Sponsor, vendors and participants, ensuring established policies and processes are followed.

• Provide logistical support associated with scheduling/coordinating training events including receiving materials, instructor coordination, and facilities support.

• Provide coordination for setup of presentation equipment, instructor assistance, supply coordination and duplication of course materials if requested.

• Provide on-site support for distribution of training aids such as instructional material, handouts, evaluation forms and visual aids.

• Develop monthly and bi-monthly training announcements.

• Maintain training records (e.g. participant lists, schedules, attendance/sign-in sheets).

• Perform updates to Learning Management System and assist in management of online courses.

• Resolve issues as they arise onsite.

• Submit regular reports on training activities with recommendations for improvement.

• Assist with special projects as needed.

What you need to be successful:

• 0-2 years of experience in training coordination.

• Ability to be self-directed and work on tasks requiring analysis, writing, and planning activities with limited guidance.

• Experience with MS PowerPoint, MS Word, and MS Outlook, MS Excel, and SharePoint 2010.

• Strong attention to detail; highly organized.

• Strong research skills.

• Interest in coordination, presentation, and facilitation skills.

• Ability to work independently and in teams is required.

• Excellent writing and communication skills.

• Strong work ethic with a commitment to client service excellence.

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US as sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Ability to obtain a US government security clearance.

• Preference will be given to qualified Veteran candidates.

Other important information:

• Bachelor's degree required

• Ability to obtain a US government security clearance, if needed, is required.

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US for any employer; sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Preference will be given to qualified Veteran candidates.

Is consulting the right career for you?

A career in consulting can offer a wide variety of experiences and is a great opportunity for personal and professional growth, but it often requires a bit more time and energy than the standard nine-to-five. The characteristics below are those of a typical consultant in this field; we encourage you to consider if these are applicable to you as you complete your application.

• Thrives when working in a challenging, fast-paced environment

• Balances competing priorities and fluctuating workloads with composure

• Works well in teams or independently, as the job requires

• Commits the requisite hours and effort to ensure deliverables are submitted on time and error-free

• Dives into new and unfamiliar tasks, employing a learn-as-you-go mentality and problem-solving skills

• Has the foresight to strategically plan and anticipate next steps and outcomes

• Uses interpersonal skills to establish and uphold strong client relationships, representing the company positively

• Values quality in client deliverables and internal tasks

• Enjoys having a high level of responsibility and task autonomy

• Acts professionally in all circumstances and enjoys creating and nurturing a professional network of peers, clients, and partners

• Duty First Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, citizenship status, the basis of genetic information or any other group protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for employment may request such accommodation(s).