Training and Development Specialists

GNO Inc.; Bright (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Training and Development Specialist to enhance individual skills and organizational performance through effective training programs. This role involves designing and conducting training sessions, assessing training needs, and evaluating program effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a passion for fostering employee development. Join a dynamic team that values continuous improvement and innovation in training methodologies. If you are ready to make a significant impact on workforce performance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and conducting training programs.
• Ability to analyze training needs and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and placement of training program participants.
• Assess training needs through surveys and interviews.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and develop alternative methods.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Training Program Development

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Tools

Training Software

Survey Tools

Job description

Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.

Training and Development Specialists

Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.

What is this job like?

• Coordinate recruitment and placement of training program participants.
• Select and assign instructors to conduct training.
• Supervise, evaluate, or refer instructors to skill development classes.
• Refer trainees to employer relations representatives, to locations offering job placement assistance, or to appropriate social services agencies, if warranted.
• Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives.
• Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
• Present information with a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
• Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.
• Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual, to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts.
• Negotiate contracts with clients for desired training outcomes, fees, or expenses.
• Design, plan, organize, or direct orientation and training programs for employees or customers.
• Keep up with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books, or magazine articles.
• Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
• Monitor training costs and prepare budget reports to justify expenditures.
• Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities or program effectiveness.
• Develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen.
• Evaluate training materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, or handouts.
• Develop or implement training programs related to efficiency, recycling, or other issues with environmental impacts.
• Schedule classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment, or instructors.
• Devise programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.