Manager of Training | Marquette Transportation Company

Title:                   Manager of Training
Position:           Full-time/Salaried Exempt
Reports to:       Director of Safety
Division:           Gulf-Inland
Location:          Harahan, LA

Principal Responsibilities:

Stay abreast of new trends and tools in employee development.
Record and monitor operational readiness as it pertains to marine qualifications.
Actively participate in mariner recruiting, interviewing and selection processes.
Assist in planning and facilitating employee on-boarding orientation.
Partner with Safety and Compliance departments to manage and continuously improve mariner training programs.
Work with department heads to establish and carry-out strategic plans to achieve training objectives and to ensure that annual goals are met.
Formulate training plans based on individual, regulatory, and company needs.
Prepare annual training budget for proposal.
Compile, analyze, interpret, and report statistical data; prepare comprehensive training curriculum to eliminate or minimize shortfalls and bolster vessel employee competencies.
Maintain awareness of technological advancements and amendments to applicable federal regulations and implement changes into training objectives.
Ensure timely completion of training activities.
Travel to other divisional offices, locations, and vessels for training or to assist others in training as needed.
Help to implement, manage, and track online training with third party online training provider.
Manage safety coaches and Engineering and Safety Training assistant.

Qualifications:

Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences.
History of training and coaching a diverse work force.
Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Education, Training & Development, HR or similar field or equivalent on-the-job experience.
2+ years in marine industry preferred.
Familiarity with traditional and modern training techniques (mentoring, coaching, OJT, eLearning, etc.).
Experience managing people and teams with ability to thrive in a team environment.
Strong communication (written and oral) skills required.
Self-starter with ability to perform a variety of complicated tasks with minimal supervision required.
Demonstrated skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite required.
Ability to travel up to 30%.

Marquette offers competitive pay, health, dental & vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, bonus plan, company paid life insurance, short- & long-term disability, flexible spending account, critical illness, accident insurance, and other incentives!