Curriculum Development Specialist - Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Police Department

Vancouver Police Department

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Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Curriculum Development Specialist:

COMPETITION:
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SECTION:

Learning & Development Unit, Training & Recruiting Section

STATUS:

Temporary full-time

DURATION:

Approximately one year, and may be extended or reduced for operational reasons or due to circumstances that could not be foreseen at the time of posting

HOURS OF WORK:

Tuesday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

SALARY:

Pay Grade 23 - $37.12 to $43.82 per hour

COMPETITION END DATE:

Thursday, May 17, 2025

Responsible for preparing, processing and the maintenance of a variety of payroll and time entry records for the Vancouver Police Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Researches trends in learning and development methodologies and use of technology for the development and provision of staff training; determines and develops resources and best practice requirements to ensure deliverables are met; and participates in pilot presentations to validate curriculum and methodology; and make appropriate revisions
Reviews lesson plans and endofcourse evaluations and materials; makes adjustments; evaluates course effectiveness; and conducts quality reviews of education and performance support deliverables
Attends pilot sessions to validate curriculum and methodology; assesses activities as required; evaluates course content; identifies gaps; and makes revisions to ensure desired objectives and goals and level of learning is maintained
Performs administrative tasks related to employee inhouse and outside training and development; prepares curriculum materials as requested; and updates and maintains training database and related records
Keeps abreast of developments in educational and operational requirements of the police department; and maintains current knowledge of related education, training, technology and software
Prepares and maintains course outlines, curriculum training, and procedures manuals and material, in accordance with established branding standards
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize deadlines while working on multiple projects
Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required:

Considerable knowledge of instructional design principles, educational theory, and methodology as they relate to the work performed.
Considerable knowledge of the methods and principles of identifying course learning outcomes and developing training and material using education theory and best practice related to classroom and online learning and training
Sound knowledge of the functions of departments served, and staff training needs and training programs as they relate to the work performed
Ability to incorporate educational theory of microlearning to create training resources to enhance knowledge retention
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts to effectively convey staff needs and concerns, and provide advice and information
Ability to develop and update inhouse training documentation including lesson plans, course materials, and instructional guides
Ability to examine users' current practices and needs, identify problems, and recommend and/or implement solutions and improvements
Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to schedule and coordinate training programs with external consultants
Advanced skills using Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of design and development of eLearning and blended training

Preferred:

Knowledge of Adobe LiveCycle and InDesign
Knowledge of eLearning authoring tools, such as Articulate Storyline

EXPERIENCE

Previous workrelated experience consisting of a combination of training and facilitating courses and designing lessons
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in education, adult education, curriculum and instructional studies or related field
OR Diploma in adult education, curriculum and instructional studies or related field plus a minimum of three years equivalent combination of training and experience facilitating courses and designing lessons

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

All employees must maintain their enhanced security clearance while employed with the Vancouver Police Department, which will be renewed every five years or as required

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NOTE:
This position falls under the jurisdiction of Teamsters Local 31._

_THE VANCOUVER POLICE DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER_

Education :
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years