Careers at SPE in Houston, Texas, USA

Project Specialist - Global Training

SUMMARY

Identify, schedule and execute select training courses, develop budgets, measure and report results, and recommend future course offerings. Work with Subject Matter Experts desiring to hold courses under SPE auspices to review existing and/or develop new course offerings and apply adult learning techniques to strengthen the global training program. Plan and execute special course development projects as assigned by MITD.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identifies, schedules and executes training courses as assigned by the Manager Industry Training and Development (MITD).
  • Develops and reconciles assigned course budgets, manages expenses and identifies new training opportunities for revenue generation.
  • Ensures registration and information available on web site and in other marketing materials is accurate and up to date for assigned courses.
  • Reviews and processes course evaluation data and provides post-course recommendations for future events, potential new topics, course ideas, and instructor improvements.
  • Works with SMEs in development of materials for new training courses: review, evaluate and modify existing and proposed programs and recommend appropriate changes.
  • Works effectively with SMEs to adapt course material to incorporate adult learning principles and effective instructional design.
  • Manages the training course approval process working closely with Global Training Committee to review potential training courses submitted to SPE by SMEs.
  • Develops and implements a style guide and design document/presentation standards to ensure consistency across training courses
  • Creates and manages high-quality e-Learning courses and webinars to support the learning needs of the organization. Work extensively with internal stakeholders, SMEs, and the vendors to produce them.
  • Serves as primary point of contact for instructors/participants for assigned courses.
  • Develops relationships with instructors and registrants and maintains good member relations.
  • Performs other projects or duties as assigned to support Global Training department.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university plus at least four years related work experience with two or more years experience working in Instructional Design, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the oil and gas industry a plus.

If interested, submit resume to resume@spe.org

 

Assistant Technology Editor                 

SUMMARY

Condenses SPE technical papers to 2-page summaries for JPT.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Writes and edits copy as assigned.

Meets grammatical and style standards.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and five years' related experience, preferably in engineering, specifically in the oil and gas business.

If interested, submit resume to resume@spe.org