Learning and Development Specialist

Volunteers of America Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 73,267 - 77,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A community-based non-profit organization in Los Angeles is seeking a Learning & Development Specialist I to enhance employee skills through effective training programs. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in instructional design and training delivery. The ideal candidate will support the organization's mission to strengthen families and communities while ensuring effective client interactions. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must pass fingerprint clearance and background check.
• One year of experience designing training material or as a trainer.

Responsibilities

• Support Instructional Design Planning and Analysis.
• Conduct training events and programs.
• Assist in evaluating training and incorporating feedback.

Skills

Instructional Design

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Communication, Education, or similar discipline

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

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VOALA
Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories

Volunteers of America is a non‑profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low‑income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at www.voala.org .

PAY RATE: $73267.87 - $77124.08 Per Year
BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

As part of the Learning & Development team, the Learning & Development Specialist I conducts training sessions and also does development of training materials. The primary focus is on developing employee skills to improve the quality of client interaction and client outcomes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Instructional Design Planning and Analysis
  • Assist the design of curricula and training materials to address identified needs
• Design and Development Tasks
  • Develop instructional materials as directed
  • Evaluate and assess instruction and its impact.
• Conduct training events and programs
  • Instructor‑led training
  • Train‑the‑Trainer
• Prepare Training materials, provides training logistics, prepare classroom or other training venues
• Other tasks as may be required to support organization’s learning and development

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• An essential function of this position requires incumbents to report to the office.
• Assist in Instructional Design of curricula and training materials.
• Evaluate training, seek and incorporate feedback
• Support the learning management system
• Executes and oversees logistics of training, such as scheduling, announcements, technology needs, etc. – including supporting Program’s internal training
• Other duties as required and is subject to change at any time.

MANDATED REPORTER

As service providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Communication, Education, or similar discipline, or equivalent experience (4 years)

EXPERIENCE

• One year of experience designing training material/curricula or other similar role.
• One-year experience as a trainer, corporate training specialist, or related position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working as a member of the HR team.
• Familiarity with social services and related issues.
• Experience working with learning management systems (LMS).

Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This employer participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.