Learning and Development Specialist

Maryland Brand; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Chimes is seeking an experienced Learning & Development professional to help design and deliver training programs across its workforce. You will create eLearning modules, instructor-led content, and job aids while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.

The role requires managing the LMS, analyzing training impact, and collaborating with the L&D team to continuously improve programs. Travel to subsidiaries may be required to support broader initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 8+ years of learning and development experience.
• Strong MS Office and LMS platform management skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to shift priorities quickly and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop customized training materials and eLearning modules.
• Deliver training to employees in person and virtually.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and suggest improvements.
• Collaborate with L&D and stakeholders to align programs with goals.
• Manage LMS and generate reports on training impact.
• Assist the Learning and Development Director on department priorities.

Skills

L&D experience

LMS management

Communication

Organization

Prioritization

Relationship building

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Suite

Outlook

LMS software

Job description

Join Chimes – and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.

Our vast array of services— educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Primary Function(s):

• Assist in the development of customized training materials, including eLearning modules, instructor-led training and materials, and job aids.
• Deliver engaging and effective training to employees, both in-person and virtually.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technology in L&D.
• Collaborate with the L&D team and other stakeholders during meetings to ensure programs align with organizational goals and objectives.
• Manage LMS and extract reports to measure training impact.
• Conduct training needs assessments and communicate with operations teams regularly.
• Assist the Learning and Development Director to complete priorities within the field as requested and comply with all standards within various Chimes subsidiaries and the standards in the Learning and Development department.
• Assume other duties as needed to demonstrate teamwork.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of Chimes programs and services, employees' needs, and the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed by the staff to change and improve job performance.
• Work with a team or alone to manage and/or instruct at various subsidiaries within Chimes, traveling as needed.

Minor Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep up with personal expense reports, mileage reimbursement, and other administrative work determined as necessary by the Director of Learning and Development and required for support of the department.

Qualifications

High School Diploma and 8 years of learning and development experience.

Outlook and MS Suite, Experience in Managing LMS Platforms, Communication, Organization and Prioritizing, Ability to Shift Priorities Quickly, Foster Relationships and Network.

Physical Requirements

Lift up to 30 pounds, squat, bend over, stand for long periods of time, sit for extended periods of time (desk and driving), reaching at all angles.

What’s in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers.

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