Learning & Development Lead — Build Programs

myhrpartnerinc; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Lehigh County Authority is seeking a hands-on Learning & Development Coordinator to centralize training, onboarding, and compliance across the organization in Allentown, PA. You’ll build a scalable program, partner with leaders, and establish structured processes for knowledge sharing.

You will manage records, coordinate internal and external trainings, and help employees advance their careers with a systematic approach to development and safety training.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in training and development, learning administration, or workforce development.
• Tech savvy and comfort in navigating MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS) / HRIS platforms.
• Hands on experience coordinating training programs, certifications, workshops, or employee development.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills along with strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Experience in utilities, public works, manufacturing, safety training, or regulated environments is desired.
• Certifications such as CPR/First Aid instructor, SHRM/HRCI, or Certified Learning and Development Professional (CLDP), or related safety certifications are highly desired. Also - if additional certifications are needed for success in the role, Lehigh County Authority supports your professional development!

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a centralized system for training records, certification tracking, and compliance documentation, bringing visibility and consistency to programs currently managed across multiple departments.
• Partner with department leaders to identify training needs, assess skill gaps, and recommend learning solutions that support employee growth and operational effectiveness.
• Build and maintain an organization-wide training calendar, coordinating internal programs and specialized external training providers.
• Implement and manage training tracking processes, initially through Excel and ultimately moving the data into a training management system.
• Deliver select in-house training programs such as First Aid/CPR, and other general workforce development programs while coordinating external experts for specialized topics such as confined space, safety, and technical certifications.
• Coordinate and continuously improve onboarding and orientation programs, helping new employees understand the organization, safety expectations, and how departments work together.
• Support managers and subject matter experts in developing structured learning programs, training content, and curriculum that improves knowledge transfer and employee readiness.

Skills

MS Office

LMS/HRIS

Training coordination

Communication

Tools

LMS platforms

Job description

Lehigh County Authority is seeking a hands-on Learning & Development Coordinator to centralize training, onboarding, and compliance across the organization in Allentown, PA. You’ll build a scalable program, partner with leaders, and establish structured processes for knowledge sharing.

You will manage records, coordinate internal and external trainings, and help employees advance their careers with a systematic approach to development and safety training.