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Position Summary

The Temporary Part-Time Training Manager supports Vanderbilt University
Public Safety (VUPS) by coordinating, scheduling, and facilitating departmental training and professional development activities. This
temporary role provides supplemental support to Public Safety leadership by helping maintain training records, coordinating training
logistics, supporting annual in-service requirements, and assisting with onboarding and development initiatives for public safety
personnel.



This position is intended to provide operational and administrative training support during a transitional period, special
project initiative, staffing gap, or organizational need. The role works collaboratively with Public Safety leadership, supervisors,
instructors, and university partners to help ensure training activities are organized, communicated effectively, and aligned with
departmental expectations.

Key Functions and Expected Performance


Training Coordination and
Administrative Support

  • Coordinate departmental training schedules, registrations, and training
    communications.
  • Support annual in-service training and other required departmental training initiatives.
  • Maintain training
    records, attendance documentation, certifications, and related files.
  • Assist with onboarding and orientation activities for new
    employees.
  • Coordinate logistics for internal and external training opportunities, including facilities, materials, instructors, and
    participant communications.
  • Monitor training completion requirements and provide reports to leadership as
    requested.

Professional Development Support


  • Partner with supervisors and departmental leaders to identify
    and coordinate training opportunities that support employee development.
  • Assist with the delivery and coordination of leadership,
    customer service, safety, compliance, and professional development training programs.
  • Help distribute training materials, resources,
    and departmental communications.
  • Support efforts to promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth throughout the
    department.

Collaboration and Operational Support

  • Work collaboratively with Public Safety leadership,
    instructors, university departments, and external training providers.
  • Assist with special projects related to training, employee
    development, onboarding, accreditation, or departmental readiness.
  • Support compliance with departmental, university, state, and
    regulatory training requirements.
  • Provide general administrative and operational support for departmental training and professional
    development initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Certifications


  • Bachelor’s
    degree from an accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Education, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, or
    a related field is preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
  • Must possess
    and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Experience and Skills

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in
    training coordination, employee development, public safety, higher education, administrative support, or related professional environments
    preferred.
  • Experience supporting employee training, onboarding, professional development, or compliance-related programs is
    preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate
    competing priorities, and maintain accurate records.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and
    across organizational levels.
  • Experience preparing reports, tracking completion metrics, and maintaining training
    documentation.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and training-related administrative systems is
    preferred.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and provide exceptional customer
    service.

Working Relationships


The Temporary Part-Time Training Manager works closely with Public Safety
leadership, sworn and non-sworn personnel, university partners, training vendors, and external agencies to support departmental training and
employee development initiatives.


Required Skills

  • Adult Learning Principles – VU
  • Curriculum
    Development – VU
  • Educational Technologies – VU
  • Instructional Design – VU
  • Leadership Development – VU
  • Learning Design – VU
  • Learning Platforms – VU
  • Program Development – VU
  • Training Analysis – VU
  • Training And Development – VU
  • Training Records Management – VU


About Us

At Vanderbilt University , our work – regardless of title or role – is
in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on
a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre
campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud
to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by
Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives
to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.



We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work
and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might
become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.



Job Info

  • Job Identification
    10008379
  • Posting Date 05/29/2026, 10:48 AM
  • Locations Nashville, TN, United States (On-site)
  • Degree Level
    Some College
  • Job Schedule Part time
  • Job Category People Operations
  • Job Function Learning & Development
  • Management Level Individual Contributor 3

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