Learning and Development Specialist (Fairfax, VA)

Chimes; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Chimes, a not-for-profit organization, seeks a Training and Development Specialist to enhance employee training programs. The role involves developing training materials, delivering engaging sessions, and evaluating initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered for full-time employees.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Bonus opportunities

Discounts through 'Tickets at Work'

Qualifications

• 8 years of learning and development experience required.
• Proficient in Outlook and MS Office Suite.
• Must be able to manage LMS effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver customized training materials.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Conduct training needs assessments and communicate regularly with teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Prioritizing

Relationship Building

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Suite

LMS Platforms

Job description

Job Details

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.

Salary: $60,000-$68,000

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.
  
  

Key Competencies

• 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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