Learning and Development Specialist

Franklin Park Conservatory; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens seeks a Learning and Development Specialist to manage training initiatives aligned with our strategy. You will oversee the LMS, policies, and talent development, ensuring continuous growth for staff. This grant-funded position runs through December 31, 2028.

Join a mission-driven team at a premier botanical garden, offering comprehensive benefits and a collaborative HR function focused on professional development and organizational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in a human resources role focused on Learning & Development.
• 2+ years managing projects with a high level of detail.
• Experience administering a Learning Management System; Absorb LMS is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Development or a related field; HR certification is a plus.
• Learning & Development certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer internal L&D programs and LMS content; provide customer service to LMS users.
• Curate training curricula from internal and external resources to support strategic priorities.
• Develop external professional development opportunities aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide data analytics and reporting on L&D initiatives; stay current on trends.

Skills

L&D best practices

Training needs assessment

Cross-department collaboration

Presentation skills

Coaching skills

Relationship building

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in HR

SHRM CPP/PHR

L&D certification

Tools

Absorb LMS

Job description

ABOUT US

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens offers world class horticulture art & nature based exhibitions and educational programs The 13 acre indoor and outdoor facilitysituated two miles from downtown Columbusfeatures glasshouses including the historic John F Wolfe Palm House; botanical gardens including the Scotts Miracle Gro Foundation Childrens Garden and Scotts Miracle Gro Foundation Community Garden Campus; and event venues The Conservatory is home to the largest collection of Chihuly glass in a botanical garden and Light Raiment II by internationally renowned artist James Turrell Committed to the community the Conservatory strives to provide an accessible and welcoming experience to all

MISSION

As a premier botanical garden destination we connect people to nature and create life enhancing experiences

VISION

Envision a world that celebrates nature as essential to the human experience

JOB SUMMARY

The Learning and Development Specialist is responsible for managing the Conservatorys training and development initiatives for our workforce based on the Conservatorys learning & development strategy This includes researching developing and implementing training programs that offer employees continuous growth and advancement The Learning and Development Specialist facilitates the administration of the companys Learning Management System LMS professional development policies and talent development strategies The Learning and Development Specialist is a grant funded position Funding has been secured through December 31 2028

Additional Information

This is a full time exempt position This position is eligible for the Conservatorys benefit package offered to full time employees which includes medical dental and vision insurance company paid LifeAD&DShort Term and Long Term Disability insurance participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Program OPERS optional 457b Deferred Compensation plan generous Paid Time Off PTO and complimentary membership to the Conservatory Compensation 55000 61000 annual salary

RESPONSIBILITIES

Internal Learning & Development Program Administration Assess training needs throughout the organization review and deliver content maintain existing content and provide customer service to Learning Management System LMS users Facilitate the development of custom organization specific training modules to educate employees about mission vision values history business practices and strategic plans Curate training curricula including ready made LMS trainings external resources and internal resources to enhance widely used skills and align staff to strategic skill priorities Partner with leaders to develop custom department focused training programs on topics most relevant to their fieldfunction External Professional Development Administration Assess and promote external professional development opportunities relevant to organizations strategic priorities Facilitate administration of external professional development policies recommending improvements as needed Compile external resources available throughout the organization into a central information repository accessible via LMS or other internal tools Functional Excellence Support and enhance the Conservatorys Learning & Development strategy Stay current on emerging learning technologies and trends to enhance training offerings Establish systems of receiving and reviewing feedback on L&D initiatives conduct participant evaluations and focus groups ensures organization is staying up to date on more current technology and business practices Provide data analytics and reporting as needed on all Learning and Development initiatives Serve as a collaborative member of the Human Resources team supporting colleagues and assisting with departmental responsibilities projects and initiatives as needed; other duties as assigned

CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

2 5 years experience in a Human Resources role responsible for organizational Learning & Development 2 or more years experience managing projects with a high level of detail Previous experience administering a Learning Management System; familiarity with Absorb LMS is a plus Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Organizational Development or a related field Human Resources certification SHRM CPPHR is a plus Learning & Development certification is a plus

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Learning & Development best practices Ability to assess training needs and design effective learning solutions Ability to work collaboratively across departments and job levels Strong presentation teaching and coaching skills Strong relationship building and influencing skills Strong project management detail oriented and deadline driven Excellent written and verbal communication skills

EEO Statement

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Conservatory does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race religion color national origin sex pregnancy lactation status gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability veteran or military status genetic information or any other protected status The Conservatory values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees