Paratext Downloads is hiring: Technical Trainer in Dallas

Create technical training materials and workshops according to requirements Conduct software training workshops in person and online Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing publications Meeting with Language Technology staff and field personnel to understand the user community Participating as an integral and enthusiastic part of the team, exhibiting ownership, follow-through, initiative, awareness, and effective communication with peers and management Minor Responsibilities Participate in regular project status, planning, partnership, and strategic meetings Be available to travel for international training events and workshops Be available to travel to meet with the larger department team at least once per year Be available to travel biennially to the Language Technology Conference Participate in professional conferences and meetings Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: A servant heart attitude Demonstrated experience developing training materials and workshops Proven success in hosting training workshops Creativity, adaptability and the ability to work collaboratively with a team Good interpersonal skills of communication Good organizational skills The ability to make decisions in a timely manner The ability to generate multiple solutions to the problem The ability to quickly pick up technical concepts The ability to work both with a team and independently, and to multitask effectively Education and Experience: Technical Trainers need experience in developing technical training programs for an organization. Preferred experience in technical training and instructional design. Field experience with Language Technology applications is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in communications, computer science, or equivalent work experience is preferred, but we care more for a heart and mind that are always learning. Training and Orientation: Will complete the initial IT Software Department training program and relevant portions of IT Orientation. SIL is a global, faith-based nonprofit that works with local communities around the world to develop languagesolutions that expand possibilities for a better life. Our faith inspires and informs our commitment to expand possibilities for people to thrive. We believe allpeople are created by God and given language as a means for flourishing. Through language, we understand who weare, experience relationships and explore life’s most important questions. #J-18808-Ljbffr