Evalauting Requirements

DOE-STD-1179-2004

EVALUATION REQUIREMENTS

Attainment of the competencies listed in this technical Functional Area Qualification Standard

should be documented by a qualifying official, immediate supervisor, or the team leader of

personnel in accordance with the Technical Qualification Program Plan of the office qualifying the

individual.

CONTINUING EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND PROFICIENCY

DOE personnel shall participate in continuing education and training as necessary to improve their

performance and proficiency and ensure that they stay up-to-date on changing technology and

new requirements. This may include courses and/or training provided by:

Department of Energy;

Other government agencies;

Outside vendors; and

Educational institutions.

Beyond formal classroom or comp uter based courses, continuing training may include

Self Study;

Attendance at symposia, seminars, exhibitions;

Special assignments; and

On-the-job experience.

A description of suggested learning proficiency activities and the requirements for the continuing

education and training program for Technical Training personnel are included in Appendix A of this

document.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are the typical duties and responsibilities expected of personnel assigned to the

Technical Training Functional Area:

Analyze contractor and federal training and qualification requirements contained in DOE

Orders, rules, and other directives. Assess these regulatory requirements for impact on the

organization's training budget and level of effort to meet these requirements.

Facilitate the assessment and prioritization of individual training and development needs.

Collaborate with managers, supervisors, and individual staff to establish Individual

Development Plans (IDPs) that document those needs.

Assess and prioritize organizational training needs and requirements based on data from

IDPs, needs assessments conducted with supervisors and managers, and other known

factors having an impact upon training needs.

Develop and implement strategies, plans, and budgets to meet organizational training

needs and requirements.

Evaluate both internal and vendor provided training products. Determine the best source

of training based on cost and usefulness to the organization and individual.