HR Training Specialist

City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City University of New York's Baruch College is seeking an HR Training Specialist to coordinate employee training, administer compliance programs, and track participation across departments.

Reporting to the HR Director, you will identify opportunities through PDL, LinkedIn Learning, and other programs, develop in-house trainings, and ensure timely reporting to Central Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.
• Experience coordinating employee training and development initiatives.
• Familiarity with Central Office reporting and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and promote employee training opportunities through CUNY resources.
• Assist in developing in-house training programs and deliver sessions.
• Assess training needs and monitor compliance and completion.
• Maintain confidential training records and report to Central Office.

Skills

Training coordination

Compliance training

Communication

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

HR Training Specialist

POSITION DETAILS

The Office of Human Resources supports employee learning, professional development, compliance, and performance management across Baruch College. Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the HR Training Specialist coordinates employee training and development, administers compliance training and evaluation processes, tracks participation and completion, and provides guidance to departments, supervisors, and employees.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Identify, coordinate, and promote employee training and professional development opportunities available through CUNY resources, including Professional Development Learning (PDL), LinkedIn Learning, EAP, and other applicable programs.
• Assist in the develop an in-house employee training program, facilitate employee training sessions, and provide ongoing support to departments on training and development initiatives.
• Assess organizational and departmental training needs by identifying skill gaps, compliance requirements, and professional development opportunities for employees.
• Manage and track PDL participation and completion records; prepare and submit required reports and documentation to Central Office by established deadlines.
• Administer mandatory compliance training programs by monitoring participation, tracking completion rates, and supporting institutional compliance.
• Communicate regularly with department leaders, supervisors, faculty, and staff regarding training requirements, upcoming deadlines, and compliance obligations.
• Serve as a resource for employees and supervisors on training opportunities, professional development programs, and compliance training requirements.
• Coordinate annual evaluation processes for classified and instructional staff, including monitoring timelines, maintaining evaluation records, communicating requirements, and ensuring completion in accordance with College and University policies.
• Maintain confidential personnel and training records and prepare reports to support compliance reviews and workforce planning initiatives.
• Assist departments with performance development initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Assists in developing, delivering, and administering employee training programs.

• Plans training activities, including working with internal and external instructors and site coordinators, preparing communications and marketing materials, and actively promoting available programs
• Coordinates registration and other communications with employees enrolled in programs
• Delivers selected training programs; monitors the delivery of training programs by others
• Compiles data and creates reports on enrollment, trainee feedback, and other issues to determine the effectiveness of training programs and identify opportunities for improvement
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$82,384- $89,777; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

CLOSING DATE

October 26, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID:

32895

Location:

Baruch College

Job Type:

Full-Time