LTAP Training and Technical Instructor
About the Job
Reporting to the Director of Training and Technical Assistance at the Center for Transportation Studies, which houses MnLTAP, this position manages, administers, and provides training and technical expertise to local agencies across Minnesota. Responsibilities include conducting training and providing technical assistance, developing and updating curriculum and training materials for the program, managing part-time training staff and training schedules, and building and maintaining relationships with MnLTAP stakeholders.
MnLTAP is one of 51 centers that receive funding from the Federal Highway Administration to support local transportation agencies in managing and maintaining their roadway systems. Key sponsors and partners for the program are the Minnesota Local Road Research Board (LRRB) and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) State Aid Division.
The salary range for this position is $60,000–$70,000 annually.
Responsibilities
50% Conduct Training and Provide Technical Assistance
Conduct on-site training and webinars on existing and trending transportation topics. Provide technical assistance as requested by local agencies. Provide presentations at stakeholder events and attend local agency events to build brand recognition for MnLTAP.
- Coordinate, schedule, and conduct statewide training classes and presentations to local agencies
- Present information on new technology developed nationally and locally
- Engage participants through a variety of teaching methods and strategies including asking questions, facilitating group exercises, allowing time for individual conversations and hands-on activities
- Develop and provide participants with workbooks, handouts, and training materials
- Conduct course evaluations, collect and report data
25% Develop Curriculum and Training Materials for the Program
In collaboration with MnLTAP leadership and staff, work with local agencies, stakeholders, and MnDOT State Aid staff to assess program needs, evaluate current program offerings, and identify program delivery strategies. Provide recommendations and work with team members to develop and lead an implementation plan.
- Research new technology, maintenance standards, materials, equipment, and techniques and best practices used in Minnesota and other states to include in class content
- Create teaching materials and tools for class exercises and hands-on demonstrations to engage students and enhance the learning experience
- Develop class outlines, agendas, objectives, and class evaluations
- Create quizzes and tests to verify knowledge of key concepts
- Work with team members to evaluate class participation and participant feedback for program revisions and enhancements
- Ensure the effectiveness of the training program and all its components
- Write and revise manuals and handbooks
- Participate in recruiting technical experts and trainers as needed
25% Manage Part-time Training Staff and Provide Program Support
Manage part time instructor staff to deliver statewide training. Support MnLTAP outreach and communications.
- Manage field instructor staff, including developing and maintaining a training schedule, monitoring workloads, providing mentoring support, and serving as liaison between field instructors and other MnLTAP staff
- Refine and refresh teaching skills and share new knowledge and information with field instructor
- Participate in MnLTAP committees and other groups as requested
- Provide input on articles, technical topics and resources for MnLTAP publications and the website
Work-Zone Traffic Control and Safety Training Field Instructor
About the Job
This short-term temporary position is responsible for developing tailored lesson plans and instructional materials in work-zone traffic control and safety to instruct and facilitate learning for public employees who work in active work zones. The instructor will deliver up to 10 3–4-hour workshops (per fiscal year) for Minnesota LTAP, which is housed at the Center for Transportation Studies (CTS) at the University of Minnesota. The position will be responsible for developing course materials that are in accordance with established best practices and procedures and providing well-rounded education to students regarding how to select, apply, evaluate, adjust, and maintain temporary traffic controls for short-term and intermediate-term work zone as contained in the Minnesota Temporary Traffic Control Field Manual 2018.
Pay is $75 per hour or $450 per workshop.
Responsibilities
30% Curriculum Development
- Assist CTS in developing curriculum content and participate in professional development activities for effective education delivery.
- Communicate with training requesters and CTS to understand different agency needs.
- Tailor training curriculum to meet the needs of each of the agencies requesting training.
- Utilize course evaluations and student feedback to make improvements and enhancements to training content and delivery.
- Work with CTS to continue course curriculum and content updates and maintenance.
- Stay informed of new MN MUTCD requirements and important updates and work with CTS to incorporate into work zone curriculum.
70% Instruction/Training
- Work with CTS to strategize on class locations, schedule, timing, and materials.
- Lead, present, and provide work-zone training instruction and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
- Use PowerPoint and roadway models to support instruction.
- Provide appropriate feedback on student questions and coursework.
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum of five years’ experience in active work zones including selection, installation, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic control devices.
- Previous experience instructing, teaching, knowledge transfer and providing technical assistance particularly in traffic control and safety.
- Previous experience in administering, communicating, and enforcing agency safety procedures.
- Familiarity with the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MN MUTCD) and the Minnesota Temporary Traffic Control Field Manual 2018.
- Valid driver’s license.
Preferred
- MnDOT Traffic Control Supervisor
- ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor
How to Apply
Learn more about the position and apply on the U of M jobs website (job ID 365206):
The posting will remain open until filled.
Contract Gravel Roads Instructor
MnLTAP is seeking a contract gravel roads instructor to deliver three one-day sessions of the Gravel Road Maintenance and Design workshop in spring 2025. We pay $900 per session plus travel expenses.
If you are interested, please contact Katherine Stanley at sell0146@umn.edu.