The Training and Professional Development Division is responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of training programs within a diverse organization.  The Division is also responsible for building solid cross-functional relationships within the agency.  The Division is responsible for the following areas:

• Facilitate and track continuing education training;
• Provide leadership development education;
• Provide logistical support, course development, delivery, evaluation, process measurement, and cost management;
• Conduct on-boarding and orientation process;
• Evaluate needs of agency and plan training programs accordingly;
• Assist with the development of strategic plans;
• Plan and facilitate activities and events, material production and distribution; and
• Provide the agency with classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops.

This Division also manages the employee wellness program to promote and support the health, safety and well-being of its employees. Some components of the employee wellness program include:

• A Wellness newsletter;
• Workshops on wellness issues;
• Walking/running groups;
• Health Fairs;
• Physical activity breaks;
• Fitness classes; and
• Smoking cessation classes.