Information Systems Training Specialist, Lead

Georgia State University; Cardigan; On-site; USD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is looking for a Lead IT Training Specialist to enhance training programs and support data management initiatives. This role requires a dynamic individual who can develop innovative training content across various platforms, ensuring that stakeholders can effectively use enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to professional development. Join a collaborative team that values flexibility, diversity, and continuous improvement in a rapidly growing environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plans

Professional Development Opportunities

Mentorship Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of related experience required.
• Experience in designing and implementing training curricula.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging training curriculums.
• Conduct evaluations of training effectiveness and student progress.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Software Training

Interpersonal Skills

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Slides

PowerPoint

Adobe Captivate

Camtasia

Job description

Description:

Information Systems Training Specialist, Lead

Office of Institutional Effectiveness/ Enterprise Data Management and Analytics (EDMA)

Atlanta Campus

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness/ Enterprise Data Management and Analytics (EDMA) is responsible for the collection, development, and maintenance of data resources to provide the foundation for all data analysis and reporting needs and supports the strategic planning and policy-making processes at Georgia State University. EDMA facilitates the flow of accurate, timely information and all levels of management in obtaining information and interpreting results. For more information, please visit https://oie.gsu.edu/our-services/edma/

Do you thrive on implementing and delivering high quality training content to various end users and working in partnership with colleagues to accomplish common goals? Our Business Analytics team is seeking an IT Training Specialist, Lead who is responsible for planning, developing, evaluating and leading the department's training curriculum. The IT Training Specialist, Lead demonstrates exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, approaches work with a "can-do" or "team player" attitude, and provides helpful, courteous, responsive and knowledgeable training services. The IT Training Specialist, Lead ensures stakeholders are skilled in using GSU's enterprise-wide reporting applications to interpret data to uncover insights, patterns and trends that inform better decision-making.

The IT Training Specialist, Lead position works closely with the technical team(s) for producing the necessary materials, such as user guides, presentations, video content (audio/video scripts), tip sheets, online eLearning, WebEx, course invitations and other media. The duties of the position require working with attention to detail and accuracy, excellent verbal written English language communication, presentation and teaching skills.

This successful candidate will provide helpful, courteous, responsive, knowledgeable training services, and have demonstrated experience in effective instructional techniques; the successful candidate is familiar with data analytics and operational reporting platforms and a proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and part of a team. The successful candidate will have a keen interest and ability to articulate and interpret functional aspects of institutional effectiveness.

WHAT MAKES EDMA A GREAT PLACE?

*A flexible work environment

*Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

*A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

*Professional development opportunity and mentorship

*A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and implement engaging, effective, and innovative training curriculums in different modalities: group training, in-person settings, online, ad-hoc/role-based (intermediate and advanced curricula)


• In partnership with manager/colleagues, develop and maintain training content (course invitations, outlines, manuals, presentations, quick start guides, videos, frequently asked questions, etc.) to ensure relevance and timeliness based on directives and current reporting solutions


• Conduct and evaluate the effectiveness of training and course content: designing surveys and evaluating students' progress and effectiveness of training modules, and learning outcomes


• Work in close partnership with cross-functional teams to evaluate and test system upgrades and application functionality


• Troubleshoot and provide end-user support related to report inquiries and resolution guidelines


• Create digital communication to stakeholders and update the unit's website with critical announcements


• Promote and update the training calendar to reflect the training schedule; correspond with registered participants to ensure successful delivery: implement, disseminate, and archive training materials


• Verify users' access levels and perform administrative tasks


• Provide helpful, courteous, responsive and knowledgeable service and training


• Remain abreast of new educational techniques and technology and incorporate into current training


• Able to discuss core business functionality and other use cases for interacting with enterprise-wide applications and domain knowledge of institutional effectiveness


• Other duties as assigned

Disclaimer:This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

A minimum of 4 years' experience in a training role or related experience is required: communication, teaching, software training.

* Demonstrated experience designing and implementing visible and innovative training curricula.

* Expertise in designing learning modules

* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and Office 365 applications

* Subject Matter Expert in the use of Google Slides, Prezi, PowerPoint, Canva, MS Teams, Camtasia, Articulate 360/Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Qualtrics, screen capture technologies or other course creation platforms

* Exposure to graphic/visual design tools - Adobe Photoshop or similar software

* Excellent verbal and written English language communication, presentation, and teaching skills

* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

* Comfortable with public speaking and possessing demonstrated experience of being an open and effective communicator

* Ability to learn quickly and flexibility in changing directions and priorities; ability to adapt to changing organizational processes; demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet or exceed assigned deadlines with minimal rework

* Strong interpersonal skills: ability to inspire and motivate learners

* Domain knowledge of Institutional Effectiveness

* Experience working with technology in higher education or similar complex environment

* Familiarity with Ellucian Banner Enterprise Resource System

* Knowledge of business intelligence tools and emerging training trends

* Exposure to database systems or SQL language

* Curriculum development

* Experience in business process analysis for enterprise systems and a passion for driving positive change

* A commitment to professional development, learning and being mentored

College/Business Unit:Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Department:The Office of Institutional Effectiveness/ Enterprise Data Management and Analytics (EDMA)

Location:Atlanta Campus

Shift:8:30am-5:158pm

Salary :$63,000

Pay Grade:18

FLSA Status:Exempt

Job Type:Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting:04/22/25, 3:48:02 PM

Closing Date:Open until filled

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

A complete and accurate GSU application
Resume

Finalist candidates must submit name and contact information for three references

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