Training and Development Specialist

About the role

Job Summary  The Training and Development Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high-quality training programs that enhance employee performance and drive organizational success. This position plans, organizes, and deploys employee development and training events while supporting the department in a comprehensive range of learning and development activities.   In this role, the candidate should be passionate about helping people learn and grow. Excellent communication skills, instructional design expertise, and the ability to translate complex information into engaging learning experiences are essential.  Essential Duties/Accountabilities  Facilitate and deliver live training sessions, workshops, and on-demand programs using recognized training techniques and tools  Lead interactive learning experiences and manage group dynamics to optimize learner engagement and knowledge retention  Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and questions from diverse learners  Assess learner comprehension during facilitation and adjust delivery methods in real-time to meet diverse learning needs  Assist employees with access and end-user support to the company-wide Learning Management System  Ensure that the operational performance of the Learning Management System is on track to achieve business needs  Partner with internal stakeholders regarding employee training needs  Designs and develops criterion-based training assessments  Assesses feedback from learners to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of training  Maintain training documentation and files  Assist with internal/external audits of training documentation  Deliver and administer enrollments of e-learning courses  Analyze, design, and produce learning solutions using instructional design methodology  Assist/support the training needs assessment process for new and existing employees  Partner with other areas and provide learning history requests  Develop training aids such as presentation materials, handouts, and workbooks  Stay current on training design and methodologies  Assist with organizing, coordinating, and scheduling virtual vendor training sessions  Other duties as assigned  Required Education and Experience    High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred.    Minimum of one to three years of learning management and development and/or project management experience that demonstrates your ability to perform   Professional certification (e.g., CPF) is a plus   Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods; the ADDIE model is a plus   One to two years of experience facilitating training or workshops preferred  Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices   Proficient in Learning Management Systems (LMS), Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Excel, Teams, SharePoint, etc.) Adobe Acrobat Pro and Adobe Captivate   Ability to build rapport with employees and vendors.  Skills  Ability to apply adult learning principles in training design, presentation, teaching, and evaluation methods   Strong live facilitation and public speaking skills   Ability to apply effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment   Strong ability to multitask and deliver on deadline   Able to maintain up-to-date knowledge in the area of practice   Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks   Ability to work with a diverse population base   Ability to analyze and solve problems   Ability to work autonomously with initiative   Physical Demands  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.   Required to position self to access equipment by standing, sitting, or walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.   Operates computer and telephone equipment for extended periods of time.   Visual acuity is required to perform essential job functions such as reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery. Tasks may involve close vision, distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and visual focus.   Travel    This position may have occasional travel outside the local area and overnight.