Learning and Development Specialist

American Eagle FCU; East Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

American Eagle FCU in East Hartford, CT is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to drive learning initiatives, manage LMS, and foster a culture of growth.

The role combines learning administration, content development, and AI-enabled learning initiatives, offering hybrid work and a salary range of $65k–$81k per year.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a learning development role with a High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling and administration of learning events and resources.
• Manage day-to-day functions of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Evaluate learning programs using feedback and performance metrics.
• Support exploration and integration of AI to enhance learning experiences.
• Conduct in-person or live virtual learning sessions.
• Coordinate learning programs (e.g. job shadowing, books clubs) and resources.
• Verify compliance training requirements are met.
• Curate, design, and develop engaging learning content.

Skills

LMS administration

Learning facilitation

Program administration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

LMS software

AI technologies awareness

Job description

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Learning and Development Specialist

People Experience Regular Full-Time Employee East Hartford, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2614

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $81,000.00 Annually

The Opportunity

Shape the future of learning at American Eagle. Join American Eagle as a Learning and Development Specialist and play a key role in empowering our people. In this dynamic role, you’ll support key learning systems, drive measurement and insights, and help bring our culture of growth to life. You’ll deliver impactful learning experiences, both traditional and innovative, that build essential power skills and inspire growth and performance excellence at every level.

Location –Hybrid

Hours –Full time

Compensation –$65-81k annually(depending on experience, education, aptitude and equity)

You Are

A Learning Innovator

You engage in impactful, learner-centered experiences that inspire growth and empower others to lead from wherever they are.

A Culture Champion

You lead with heart, show up authentically, and elevate those around you by shaping a culture where everyone can thrive.

You connect easily with others, listen deeply, and bring clarity and energy to every conversation, whether in a classroom, meeting, or virtual space.

We Are

A purpose-driven organization with a proud legacy. Guided by our mission to enrich lives and create a world where financial freedom is a reality, we lead with heart, show up authentically, and seek to uplift our members, communities, and each other. Our culture is our power, it fuels innovation, amplifies impact, and sets us apart as we grow together and reach new heights.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning Administration
  • Coordinate the scheduling and administration of learning events and resources
  • Manage day-to-day functions of the Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of learning and development programs and resources through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.
• Support AI Adoption
• Support the exploration, adoption, and integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance learning experiences, team member effectiveness, and organizational performance.
• Learning Facilitation
  • Conduct engaging in-person or live virtual learning and development sessions that support our learning and development curriculum
  • Coordinate learning programs (e.g. job shadowing, books clubs, etc.) and resources
  • Manage the organization’s compliance training requirements
• Curate and Development Learning Content
  • Curate, design, and develop engaging learning content and resources that align with American Eagle’s goals, priorities, and learner needs.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and business partners to create, update, and enhance instructor‑led, virtual, and self‑paced learning solutions that drive knowledge, skill development, and performance improvement.
  • Evaluate and continuously improve learning materials by incorporating learner feedback, performance data, and industry best practices to ensure content remains relevant, effective, and impactful.

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate brings experience in learning facilitation, program administration, and learning management system (LMS) oversight, ensuring effective delivery, measurement, and administration of learning solutions. While this level of expertise will generally be attained with a minimum of 1-2 years in a previous learning development role and High School Diploma/GED, priority will be placed upon the demonstration of the ability to meet qualifications without an absolute focus on duration of experience, in recognition that the attainment of such qualifications may be obtained at different paces by different individuals.

Opportunities for Growth

At AEFCU, your growth matters. We invest in your development with opportunities like individual development plans, educational reimbursement, job shadowing across departments, and hands‑on leadership practice through specialized trainings. Whether you’re building new skills or exploring new paths, you’ll be supported every step of the way, because when you grow, we all rise together.

AEFCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled