STAFF DEVELOPMENT TEAM LEADER (50080542)

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Date: Jul 27, 2026

Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46205

Organization: HHC

Division:HEALTH AND HOSPITAL CORPORATION  

Sub-Division: MCPHD  

FLS Status: [[JOB_REQUISITION_CUSTOM27]]

Req ID:  26448 

Marion County Public Health Department is an organization that celebrates diversity, and seeks to employ a diverse workforce. We actively encourage all individuals to apply for employment and to seek advancement opportunities. Marion County Public Health Department also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law. For additional questions please contact us at: hrmail@hhcorp.org.

Job Role Summary

The Staff Development Team Leader coordinates and delivers training, mentoring, and professional development for Housing and Neighborhood Health staff, including Environmental Health Specialists, Senior Environmental Health Specialists, and support staff.  This role combines continuing staff development, field coaching, program oversight, and direct operational support to help ensure employees are confident, consistent, and effective in code enforcement, education, and outreach activities. The position also manages the hotel and motel inspection program and staff and partners with Housing leadership to support policy implementation, quality assurance, and departmental goals. 

 

Day in the Life:

A typical day may include coaching staff in the field, leading hands-on training in the office, reviewing hotel and motel inspection activity, and mentoring employees through difficult enforcement or communication situations. This role regularly shifts between trainer, supervisor, field resource, and program partner to support both staff development and day-to-day public health operations. 

Essential Duties

Training, Mentoring, & Staff Development (45%)

  • Develop and maintain training materials, reference guides, and performance resources for Housing staff.
  • Deliver hands-on training in office, field, and community settings.
  • Provide coaching, refresher training, and mentoring to support employee development and performance.
  • Assess training needs and coordinate professional development, cross-training, and educational opportunities.

Hotel/Motel Inspection Program Oversight (25%)

  • Manage the hotel and motel inspection program and assigned staff.
  • Conduct inspections, investigations, sweeps, and follow-up activities.
  • Provide guidance on complex or high-profile cases.
  • Maintain and review program reports and ensure communication regarding violations and complaints.
  • Support documentation and testimony for hotel and motel licensing hearings.

Supervision, Quality, & Operational Leadership (20%)

  • Supervise inspection staff, providing instruction, performance feedback, and coaching.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and promote accountability and professional growth.
  • Perform quality assurance audits to ensure consistency and compliance.
  • Participate in hiring activities and foster a professional, positive work environment.

Associated Job Duties

Code Enforcement Support, Communication, & Department Operations (10%)
  • Provide guidance on code interpretation, enforcement procedures, and court-related activities.
  • Communicate with residents, officials, media, and stakeholders regarding environmental health issues and enforcement actions.
  • Support program planning, outreach, special projects, and on-call operations.
  • Collaborate with community and government partners and represent the department at meetings and public events.
  • Participate in emergency preparedness, public health response activities, and other duties as assigned.
  • This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The employee may be asked to perform other duties as needed to support departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications

Education

  • Required: Bachelor’s degree
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or a closely related field 

Experience

  • Required: 3-5 years of professional experience in Housing and Neighborhood Health, department-related code enforcement role, or closely related qualifying experience
  • Preferred: Experience providing staff training, mentoring, field coaching, or program oversight in a public health or code enforcement environment 

Licenses/Certifications Required

  • Required: Valid Indiana Driver’s License
  • Required: Must meet the standards outlined in the corporation’s driving policy and maintain reliable transportation for daily use 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of public health, housing inspection, sanitation, code enforcement, and applicable regulations.Ability to interpret and apply laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures.Ability to train, mentor, supervise, and support staff.Strong written, verbal, and conflict-resolution skills.Ability to lead coordinated responses and make sound decisions in complex situations.Proficiency in data analysis, field technology, and operational systems.Ability to manage priorities, support departmental goals, and collaborate across programs.Knowledge of emergency preparedness and incident response principles.

Working Environment

  • Work is performed in office, field, and community settings, including hotels, motels, private residences, businesses, and court or hearing locations.
  • Must be able to get in and out of a vehicle for frequent stops and climb stairs when conducting inspections or training activities. 
  • Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and possess physical stamina required for setting up and  tearing down displays and conducting presentations.  Activities include collapsing portable wagons and tables, moving/transporting equipment and supplies such as folding tables, chairs, boxes of client supplies, etc.
  • Fieldwork may involve exposure to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, noise, poor lighting, and other challenging environmental conditions.
  • Travel to and from field locations may subject worker to increased risk of driving hazards and damage or vandalism to personal vehicle.
  • Employees may occasionally interact with members of the public who demonstrate challenging, atypical, or hostile behavior.
  • May be called upon to work irregular hours for occasional outreach activities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.


Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis