Staff Development Specialist III

Job title: Staff Development Specialist III in Buncombe County, NC at State of North Carolina
Company: State of North Carolina
Job description: Description of Work***This is a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply and will still be considered.***Are you looking to take the next step in your career progression? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a better work/life balance? If so, please consider the Staff Development Specialist III position located at Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center (JFK-ADATC) in beautiful Black Mountain, NC, located 15 minutes away from downtown Asheville. The Staff Development Specialist III is responsible for leading, organizing, and overseeing all training and education initiatives at JFK ADATC. This role ensures that all staff receive comprehensive training that meets federal, state, and regulatory compliance standards while fostering professional development. The Staff Development Specialist III is responsible for overseeing New Employee Orientation (NEO), in-service training, and continuing education. In addition, the Staff Development Specialist III will lead a team of two (2) (Staff Development Specialist and Nurse Educator), ensuring that all training programs align with best practices, patient safety standards, and organizational goals. This position requires strong leadership, training development expertise, and strategic oversight of educational programming across the facility. Other key responsibilities of this position are:1. Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise, develop, and support a Staff Development team.
• Oversee all training operations, including monitoring and accuracy of training records, ensuring alignment with state and federal regulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between training staff, leadership, and external training organizations.
• Develop and maintain an annual training calendar.

2. Organizing & Overseeing New Employee Orientation (NEO):

• Design, coordinate, and oversee New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all incoming staff.
• Ensure new hires receive training on policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Regularly update NEO materials to reflect new regulations, best practices, and facility policies.

3. Training Program Development & Implementation:

• Develop, coordinate, and execute in-service training and continuing education programs.
• Implement evidence-based training initiatives to enhance staff competency and compliance.
• Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS) and training records.
• Develop and deliver training on Crisis Prevention (CPI), BLS/CPR certification, and other regulatory programs.

4. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Conduct annual training needs assessments to ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, DHHS, and state guidelines.
• Perform training audits and corrective action planning to address deficiencies.
• Monitor staff compliance with certification renewals and regulatory training updates.

5. Performance Monitoring & Organizational Strategy:

• Evaluate training effectiveness through data collection, competency assessments, and feedback mechanisms.
• Work closely with department leadership to assess and address workforce training needs.
• Provide reports to leadership on staff development trends, compliance issues, and training impact.
• Manage delegation of training funds for facility.

About the facility:JFK-ADATC is a 68-bed inpatient treatment facility designed to meet the needs of adults with substance use disorders from the 44 westernmost counties in North Carolina. The facility treats individuals with substance abuse and psychiatric diagnoses. We are accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations as a Behavioral Health facility and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Our treatment program focuses on individualized acute rehab services and detox/crisis stabilization. Coordination of treatment is provided through small interdisciplinary treatment teams consisting of representatives from counseling, nursing, recreation therapy, medical/psychiatric, psychological, social work, and substance abuse education departments. About NC Department of Health and Human Services: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers the BEST comprehensive benefits around! Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit our website for additional information on and the available plans to choose from with minimal waiting periods!This position will primarily work 8-hour days (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), Monday - FridayThis position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.Per G.S. 126-5 (c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesCandidates are qualified based upon the information submitted on the state job online application. Any information omitted from the application but included in an attachment, such as a resume, will not be considered as qualifying experience. PLEASE INCLUDE ALL Knowledge, Skills and Abilities IN THE BODY OF THE APPLICANTION.Attached resumes are not permissible; please do not attach to the application. However, copy/paste from your resume into the body of the application is acceptable. Work history and education (as applicable for the position) must be included on the application. “See Resume or See Attachment” will not be accepted, nor is a text or attached resume accepted in lieu of a completed application. Please complete your application in full.Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess expertise on ALL of the following:Staff Development Competencies:1. Extensive knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and staff development techniques.2. Ability to design and implement competency-based training programs tailored to diverse learners.3. Strong public speaking, facilitation, and instructional delivery skills.4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel).Leadership & Management Competencies:5. Strategic planning skills to align training programs with organizational priorities.6. Effective communication and collaboration skills, working across multiple departments.
For tips on how to complete this online application, please visit .Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See for details.Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution
• AND three years of training development experience in a progressive training or teaching role;

OR * An equivalent combination of education and experienceManagement Preferences:

• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or substance use treatment settings.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience managing a training team.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations, including Joint Commission, CMS, and state DHHS training requirements.
• Certified Instructor in CPR (American Heart Association) and CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) or other Crisis Intervention model preferred.

Physical Requirements:Need to be able to lift training materials such as tables and chairs to set up classroom for training.Able to demonstrate physical skills for Crisis Intervention and CPR class participants.Supplemental and Contact InformationThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to identify essential functions per ADA.Annual salary is determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and other salary administration considerations.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.Please make sure you complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

• All Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities are a tobacco free environment. The use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campus.
• All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.
• All positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Communication with applicants regarding the status of their application will be via email only. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.For technical issues with your applications, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Human Resources at 828-257-6238.NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
Expected salary: $53164 - 93038 per year
Location: Buncombe County, NC
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