Job Description
Join the Center for Public Management (OU CPM) at the University of Oklahoma and be part of a team dedicated to making a daily impact in the lives of Oklahomans. Located within the College of Continuing Education, OU CPM specializes in providing training, research, and consulting to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public sector agencies, staff, and community partners. Our focus is not only on professional and programmatic development but also on fostering a culture of growth and opportunity since 1994.
If making a meaningful difference in public service excites you, OU CPM is where your passion meets purpose.
Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
- Initiates and manages learning and development projects that include virtual and in-person trainings, conferences, and asynchronous courses
- Identifies training, instructional, and material needs
- Collaborates with project stakeholders, facilitators, subject matter experts, and vendors
- Assists in developing project goals and objectives
- Develops, manages, and reports on project budgets
- Prepares and delivers reports pertaining to Learning and Development efforts
- Plans, initiates, monitors and evaluates training courses and programs utilizing interactive video, web-based, classroom and video mediums.
- Coordinates development of instructional and support materials to meet training objectives.
- Interfaces with staff, University departments, outside organizations and state agency customers.
- Performs needs assessments and assists in developing project goals, objectives and direction.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
The Learning Consultant/Adult Learning Coordinator builds trust with stakeholders, drives execution, focuses on the customer, collaborates effectively with others, solves problems creatively, demonstrates integrity, and proactively establishes and maintains effective work processes.
Job Requirements
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree, AND:
- 24 months of experience related to the essential duties.
Equivalency Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree for a total of 72 months of experience.
Skills
- Understands adult learning principles
- Works effectively with senior and executive management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with establishing, implementing, and improving project reporting processes
- Familiarity with web accessibility standards, requirements, and practices especially those relating to web-based video
- Experience working within a Learning Management System (LMS)
- Experience with all types of learning delivery modalities to include classroom, online courses, webinars, videos, etc.
- Communicates effectively
Certifications: None
Advertised Physical/Environmental Requirements
- Sit for prolonged periods.
- Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
- Standard Office Environment.
- Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
Departmental Preferences
- Master’s degree in education, Business Management, or related field.
- Three (3) years’ experience in project and budget management.
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing .
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?
Yes
Special Indications
None
Job Posting
Feb 5, 2025
About Organization
Attracting top students from across the nation and more than 100 countries around the world, OU provides a major university experience in a private college atmosphere. In fact, OU is number one in the nation in the number of National Merit Scholars enrolled at a public university, and is in the top five of public universities in the nation in the graduation of Rhodes Scholars.
OU has emerged as a pacesetter for public higher education in the United States and is ranked by The Princeton Review among the top 10 public universities in the nation in terms of academic excellence and cost for students.
Specialties
Architecture, Arts & Sciences, Atmospheric & Geographic Sciences, Business, Engineering, Fine Arts, International Studies, Journalism, Law
