Hybrid Learning & Development Specialist

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

York Region in Newmarket is seeking a Project and Professional Development Specialist to design, deliver, and monitor education and professional development programs for the Integrated Business Services area, applying adult learning principles and collaborating with department leadership and partners.

The role supports compliance with regulatory bodies, creates curriculum content, and evaluates learning strategies, with a start date of immediate for a 21-month assignment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• Postgraduate certificate in Adult Education or Instructional Design.
• Experience designing, developing, and delivering adult learning solutions.
• Ability to analyze data and report on learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with partners to align learning strategies with departmental priorities.
• Conducts needs analysis to identify learning gaps and opportunities.
• Designs and delivers diverse adult learning solutions and programs.
• Develops curriculum content and learning materials for delivery.
• Evaluates learning initiatives and measures impact on performance.
• Supports transfer of learning and documents outcomes for leadership development.

Skills

Adult Learning Principles

Instructional Design

Facilitation

Presentation Skills

Needs Analysis

Education

University Degree in Public Administration or related field

Postgraduate certificate in Adult Education or Instructional Design

Job description

York Region in Newmarket is seeking a Project and Professional Development Specialist to design, deliver, and monitor education and professional development programs for the Integrated Business Services area, applying adult learning principles and collaborating with department leadership and partners.

The role supports compliance with regulatory bodies, creates curriculum content, and evaluates learning strategies, with a start date of immediate for a 21-month assignment.