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Your Role:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

Tetra Tech is seeking a Training, Exercise, and Planning Specialist to work in their Newark, DE or Pittsburgh, PA office. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering training and exercise programs under a federal contract. The position involves working closely with the client to provide strategic advice, revising training curriculum and support services, and provide day-to-day management support. Responsibilities include supervising a team of instructors, technical experts, and graphic designers in the development and delivery of classroom and online (eLearning) training. The position also requires the development or review of work plans, budgets, invoices, and other technical and managerial reports.

Training formats may include classroom training, exercises, field training, response/practice drills, and simulations. Work may be required beyond the normal work week, and evenings and weekends may be necessary to accommodate the schedules of volunteer fire departments and emergency response personnel. Training may require frequent travel, including occasional travel outside the primary regional area.

Training classes are developed in accordance with national guidelines and standards, including, but not limited to 29 CFR 1910.120 and National Fire Protection Association Standards 472 and 473.

Qualifications:

HAZWOPER and hazmat experience is a must.

At least 5 years experience with planning and conducting drills, exercises, and training; and emergency management; and development of training course. Must have technical experience in addressing hazardous waste issues, with an emphasis on emergency response, removal and/or remedial action at waste sites, or technical field experience related to the training course which he/she teaches. Training experience should include course design and development and classroom instruction; instructional design certification or experience is desirable. Management experience should include direct program or project management and personnel supervision.

Experience with e-learning and electronic course delivery preferred. Knowledge or experience applying instructional design elements to training course development is desirable. Must be able to drive a motor vehicle and pass a motor vehicle records check. Certifications related to emergency response encouraged.

Skills for the ideal candidate include but are not limited to:

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, the general public, elected officials, business leaders, and a variety of other stakeholders.
• Analytical skills related to qualitative and quantitative data.
• Technical and non-technical writing
• Information and data analysis
• Multi-tasking and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle and pass a motor vehicle records check.

Education and Certifications:

• A degree in Emergency Management is not required, but preferred.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER and FEMA ICS-100 and 200 certificates are a plus.

Physical Demands:

The position requires the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and assist with donning PPE, setting up training stations, etc.

Work Environment:

The position's primary work environment is office/field. The position will require occasional travel to client sites and other locations to conduct meetings, site visits, etc. Site visits or other meetings may involve long periods of time in a motor vehicle. Some occasional evening and/or weekend work and/or travel will be required.