Training & Change Management Lead 2026P-0089
Ascension LLC seeks an experienced Training & Change Management professional to support Frederick Community College’s Procurement Centralization and Transformation Initiative.
This is a project-based independent contractor engagement. The selected consultant will provide specialized expertise in training development, stakeholder engagement, and enterprise change management to support FCC’s transition from a decentralized procurement structure to a centralized, COMAR-aligned model.
The consultant will operate independently, managing deliverables, timelines, and methods consistent with agreed-upon project milestones.
Scope of Services
The Training & Change Management Lead will design, develop, and support implementation of a comprehensive training and communication framework to drive adoption of new procurement policies, workflows, governance structures, and compliance requirements.
Services include, but are not limited to:
1. Training Strategy & Curriculum Development
- Develop role-based training curricula aligned with updated procurement policies and workflows
- Design structured learning paths for:
- Procurement & Contracts staff
- Designated Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
- Faculty and administrative units
- Senior leadership
- Create training materials including:
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Job aids and quick reference guides
- FAQs
- Slide decks and presentation materials
- Instructional videos
- Ensure all external-facing materials are Section 508 compliant
2. Training Delivery & Facilitation
- Facilitate live and virtual training sessions
- Conduct structured Q&A sessions
- Support train-the-trainer efforts for SME network development
- Present regulatory and workflow changes in clear, accessible language
3. Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop and execute a stakeholder engagement strategy
- Draft targeted communications for:
- Faculty
- Administrative departments
- Vendor community
- Senior leadership
- Develop a case-for-change narrative
- Identify resistance points and recommend mitigation strategies
- Support executive reporting and steering committee updates
4. Adoption Metrics & Continuous Improvement
- Define training success metrics and adoption indicators
- Track completion rates and feedback
- Recommend improvements based on performance data
How to Apply
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| Job Category | Training |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree preferred) | Strong facilitation and executive-level communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum seven (7) years of experience in training development and delivery |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience producing Section 508 compliant materials | Experience supporting enterprise or institutional change initiatives | Ability to translate regulatory and operational content into accessible training materials |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting procurement transformation initiatives | Experience in higher education or public sector environments | Familiarity with Maryland COMAR Title 21 or similar regulatory frameworks | Experience developing ERP or eProcurement-related training | Change management certification (e.g., Prosci, CCMP) |