Training and Development Specialists

Course Advisor, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Training or Development Specialist to design and conduct programs that enhance individual and organizational performance. This role involves developing training materials, implementing programs on efficiency and environmental issues, and presenting using various techniques. Strong skills in instructing, speaking, and active listening are essential, along with proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office and HTML. Join us to make a positive impact on training practices.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials.
• Refer trainees to employer relations representatives or job placement assistance.
• Develop or implement training programs related to efficiency and environmental impact issues.
• Attend meetings or seminars to gather information for training programs.
• Present information using a variety of instructional techniques.
• Supervise, evaluate, or refer instructors to skill development classes.

Skills

Learning Strategies

Instructing

Speaking

Active Listening

Monitoring

Reading Comprehension

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

HTML

JavaScript

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Web browser software

Microsoft Access

MySQL

Data entry software

SAP

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Visio

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Dynamics

IBM Notes

Microsoft Publisher

Job description

Training or Development Specialist

Designs and conducts training and development programs to improve individual and organizational performance, analyzes training needs, and develops instructional materials and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.
• Refer trainees to employer relations representatives, job placement assistance, or appropriate social services agencies when warranted.
• Develop or implement training programs related to efficiency, recycling, or other environmental impact issues.
• Attend meetings or seminars to gather information for training programs or to inform management of training program status.
• Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
• Supervise, evaluate, or refer instructors to skill development classes.

Key Skills

• Learning Strategies – selecting and using training/instructional methods appropriate for the situation.
• Instructing – teaching others how to do something.
• Speaking – communicating information effectively.
• Active Listening – giving full attention, asking questions, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Monitoring – assessing performance and taking corrective action.
• Reading Comprehension – understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents.

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• HTML
• JavaScript
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Web browser software
• Microsoft Access
• MySQL
• Data entry software
• SAP
• Microsoft Project
• Adobe Acrobat
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Microsoft Visio
• Adobe Photoshop
• Microsoft Dynamics
• IBM Notes
• Microsoft Publisher