DIST TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR - 55004649

Requisition No: 864378 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: DIST TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR - 55004649

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55004649 

Salary:  $47,254.57 - $61,152.98 

Posting Closing Date: 11/17/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

423 / ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

FULL-TIME

CONTACT PERSON: Cristina Gardner

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 954-777-4326

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Cristina.Gardner@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $1,817.48 - $2,352.04 /biweekly range / $47,254.57 - $61,152.98 /annual range

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

District Training & Development Coordinator / District Four / Transportation Support / Organizational Development

This position will serve in support of the District’s training program to include planning, scheduling, delivery and accurate record keeping.  This position also provides employees and leadership with guidance for developing, implementing and reporting training/educational, performance management, operational and /or business plans.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

District Four / Transportation Support

3400 West Commercial Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 

Annual Salary Range:

$47,254.57 - $61,152.98

A Competitive Area Differential (CAD) additive in the amount of $1,248.00 will be added to the annual salary. 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Serve in support of the District's training program to include planning, scheduling, delivery and accurate record keeping. Prepare for and deliver various Florida Department of Transportation training programs through basic Train-the-Trainer sessions and other knowledge sharing opportunities to support Instructor Led Training courses. Disseminate accurate information relating to upcoming training and development opportunities, attend scheduled training providers meetings to determine training needs and availability, develop annual training calendars and coordinate resources to ensure efficient delivery of training in support of the Employee Development Review process. Develop and coordinate training program materials.

Provide employees and leadership with guidance for developing, implementing and reporting training/educational, performance management, operational and/or business plans. Conduct focus groups, document data and produce reports and feedback summaries to ensure successful achievement of statewide goals and objectives. Participate in statewide and District task teams, occasionally serve as a representative of management at various meetings and make recommendations to improve performance management and efficiency in the administration and operation of the agency.

Research and analyze training needs and validate customer requirements, identify opportunities for improvement and design, develop, implement and assess appropriate training and employee development programs in coordination with the Central Office Training Management Unit and other Districts. Coordinate procurement process for contracts/agreements, internal and external partnerships and other resources to ensure the availability of required and/or requested training. Provide support to Unit Training Coordinators as necessary.

Complete data gathering and research and analysis to make recommendations and provide reports. Support the development and maintenance of communications and media outlets (websites, newsletters, etc.) and corresponding sites relating to budget, training schedules, enrollments and completions, quality assurance compliance and corrective action status and other organizational development efforts for management and customers as requested.

Assist in the implementation of special projects and initiatives related to training, performance management and employee engagement as requested by management. Serve as a consultant, facilitator and/or District contact to support the agency's Learning Management System, strategic planning approach and annual employee survey and other organizational development and training efforts/needs.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Theories and practices of effective supervision, management, and leadership.
• Quality management, assessment, and analytical process and practices.
• Industry concepts and practices relating to adult learning theories and instructional design.

Skills in:

• Researching, compiling, and analyzing data to report findings and develop improvement solutions.
• Providing presentations, consultations services, and training programs.
• Developing standardized processes and procedures.
• Using Microsoft Suite; including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Producing and organizing supporting materials.

Ability to:

• Prioritize and complete complex work assignments.
• Research, identify, and implement innovative solutions.
• Facilitate and coordinate meetings, workshops, conferences, etc.
• Communicate effectively; both verbally and written.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Use and manage learning management systems.
• Use Microsoft SharePoint.
• Work independently and as a team.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• Travel to satellite and other statewide locations to prepare, coordinate and deliver training, attend various meetings assigned by leadership and serve as a consultant for other performance management efforts.  May require day and overnight travel and non-traditional work schedules.

Minimum Qualifications:

Six (6) years of professional experience in adult training/education, organizational/staff development or application of industry concepts and practices relating to adult learning theories and instructional design. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for four (4) years of experience. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for six (6) years of experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.