Senior Training Specialist

Texas A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Texas is seeking a Coordinator for its HR Training Academy. The role involves designing and facilitating training sessions, managing training schedules, generating performance reports, and assessing training needs. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant bachelor's degree and possess extensive experience in training and organizational development. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential, along with knowledge of training methodologies and systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to employee development within the university's HR department.

Qualifications

• Four years of related experience in Training and Organizational Development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of training plans, curriculum, and training aids.
• DDI, Achieve Global, or Franklin Covey certified facilitator.

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate training activities for the HR Training Academy Supervisory Training Series.
• Establish and publish training schedules and promote sessions within the University.
• Generate reports and assess training needs to develop appropriate plans.

Skills

Excellent Presentation Skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Ability to assess training needs and objectives

Ability to prioritize and organize tasks

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, Human Resources Management, Organizational Leadership/Management, Business or Psychology

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Qualtrics

Job description

* Designs, develops, coordinates, facilitates, and monitors all training activities for the HR Training Academy Supervisory Training Series (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels.).* Establishes and publishes weekly, monthly, and annual supervisory training schedules and calendars. Promotes training sessions within the University to increase program attendance and engagement. Maintains training records, and attendance for supervisors. Designs, develops, and maintains the Training and Development Webpage.* Generates monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and statistics on all HR Training Academy Supervisory Level initiatives.* Provides ongoing assessment of training needs and develops appropriate training plans and strategies. Assists in planning, goal setting, developing, and identifying programs to meet future Training and OD initiatives. Uses appropriate measurement and feedback tools such as Qualtrics, TrainTraq Learning Management System’s (LMS) Reports, etc., to evaluate the effectiveness of existing and new Training and OD initiative.* Provides advanced support in all areas of the HR Department. Assists with Performance Evaluations (Training, Workday Process assistance, weekly, and monthly reports of incomplete evaluations).* Cultivates and maintains relationships with outside vendors and consultants to develop and schedule customized training experiences. Remains current on Training and Development trends by being an active member of Texas A&M System Training Coordinators Network, maintaining membership in professional organizations, attending conferences, and training workshops etc.* Performs other duties as assigned.* Bachelor’s degree.* Four years of related experience.* Knowledge of creating training using the ADDIE Model.* Basic knowledge of Organizational Development principles and practices.* General knowledge of navigating in a Learning Management System (LMS)* Excellent Presentation Skills* Ability to assess training needs and objectives.* Ability to prioritize and organize tasks.* Ability to develop and maintain project timelines.* Ability to research trends and assimilate useful information.* Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.* Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.* Strong interpersonal communication skills.* Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, Human Resources Management, Organizational Leadership/Management, Business or Psychology.* Five or more years of related experience in Training and Organizational Development.* Comprehensive knowledge of training plans, curriculum, and training aids.* DDI, Achieve Global, or Franklin Covey certified facilitator.* Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships at all levels of the organization.**Background Check Requirements:** The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.