Training & Development Specialist

Paylocity; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Family Leave

Employer Paid Benefits

401(K)

PTO and Holidays

Health and Wellness

Free stays in Roers’ properties guest?

Rent Discount

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Charitable Match Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Roers Companies in Plymouth, MN, seeks a Training & Development Specialist to coordinate, administer, and support learning programs across the organization. You will manage scheduling, communications, materials, tracking, reporting, and LMS administration while assisting with New Hire Orientation and onboarding activities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in learning and development, strong facilitation skills, and experience with eLearning tools like Articulate 360/Rise.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in learning and development, training, instructional design, program coordination, or related field.
• Experience facilitating in-person and/or virtual training.
• Experience designing and developing training materials or learning content.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer learning and development programs, including scheduling, logistics, communications, materials, attendance, tracking, reporting, and follow-up.
• Facilitate New Hire Orientation components and broader onboarding experiences.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual training programs for team members and leaders.
• Apply instructional design and adult learning principles to create engaging learning experiences.
• Develop learning content in formats like eLearning, presentations, facilitator guides, job aids, videos, and other resources.
• Partner with subject matter experts to translate content into practical learning experiences.
• Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including course setup, learner records, completion tracking, and reporting.
• Provide ongoing coordination and administrative support for leadership development, coaching, assessments, and other initiatives.
• Collect and track participation, completion, and evaluation data for continuous improvement.
• Support additional HR projects and priorities as needed.

Skills

Learning & Development

Facilitation

Instructional Design

LMS Administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Instructional Design, HR, Organizational Development, Business, or related field

Tools

Articulate 360/Rise

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Roers Companies is seeking an energetic, dedicated professional to join our team in Plymouth, MN as a Training & Development Specialist!

About Us

Roers Companies is a multi-year USA Today Top Workplace and national leader in multifamily real estate, development, construction, and property management. Headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, we’re on a mission to elevate multifamily housing by developing quality homes in high-demand neighborhoods. Since our founding in 2012, Roers Cos. has developed more than $4.5 billion in real estate, representing 16,000+ homes across the U.S. In 2026, the company is ranked nationally among the NMHC top 25 multifamily builders (No. 25) and developers (No. 19) and the AHF top affordable housing developers (No. 5). Our team thrives on purpose-filled work, an entrepreneurial spirit, and unlimited growth potential.

About You

You’re passionate about your work and strive to achieve ambitious goals. You offer an extra hand and aren’t afraid to ask for help when needed. You act with integrity and empathy for the people around you. You get the big picture while executing the little details. In other words, you share our corporate values—passion, work ethic, teamwork, integrity, and ownership mindset.

Job Summary

The Training & Development Specialist provides hands‑on coordination, administration, and ongoing support for learning and development programs across Roers Companies. This role manages the day‑to‑day details that support effective program delivery, including scheduling, communications, materials, tracking, reporting, and learning systems. The Specialist facilitates assigned components of New Hire Orientation and supports the coordination and delivery of onboarding and other in‑person and virtual training programs. The role also applies instructional design and adult learning principles to develop and maintain engaging learning content, including eLearning, presentations, job aids, facilitator resources, and other learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer learning and development programs, including scheduling, logistics, communications, materials, attendance, tracking, reporting, and follow‑up.
• Facilitate assigned components of New Hire Orientation and support the coordination and delivery of the broader onboarding experience.
• Facilitate in‑person and virtual training programs for team members and leaders.
• Apply instructional design and adult learning principles to design, develop, and improve learning experiences based on identified needs and desired outcomes.
• Develop and maintain learning content in a variety of formats, including eLearning, presentations, facilitator guides, job aids, videos, and other learning resources.
• Partner with subject matter experts to gather content and translate information into clear, practical, and engaging learning experiences.
• Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including course setup, assignments, learner records, completion tracking, and reporting.
• Provide ongoing coordination and administrative support for leadership development, coaching, assessments, and other development initiatives.
• Collect and track participation, completion, and evaluation data to support program effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Support additional Human Resources projects and priorities as needed.

Requirements

• Strong organization, program coordination, and follow‑through
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills
• Knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles
• Ability to develop and deliver clear, engaging learning content
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently
• Comfortable learning and working with learning technologies and systems
• Passionate about training and development, with a strong desire to contribute to the growth and success of the company.
• Demonstrates Roers Companies' Culture Blueprint values: Passion, Work Ethic, Teamwork, Integrity, and Ownership Mindset

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Instructional Design, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field preferred.

Experience and/or Training

• 2+ years of experience in learning and development, training, instructional design, program coordination, or a related field.
• Experience facilitating in-person and/or virtual training.
• Experience designing and developing training materials or learning content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience working with learning technology or an LMS.
• Experience with eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate 360/Rise or similar tools preferred.

Compensation and Benefits fora Training & Development Specialist

Pay Range: $53,000 - $69,200

Compensation is determined by several factors that vary depending on the position, including the individual’s experience, skills, and the knowledge they bring to the specific role.

Roers offers a comprehensive benefits & perks package to full-time employees which may include:

• Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA
• Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave
• Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability
• Additional Voluntary Benefits - Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
• 401(K) - 3% company contribution, 100% vested after 2 years of employment
• Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and bereavement
• Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program
• Free stays in Roers’ properties guest suites
• Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties
• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completes 60 days of employment
• Charitable Match Program - Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs

Roers Companies is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Roers Companies participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For further information about the federal E-Verify program, please follow each link to see the Right to Work (https://www.everify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf) and E-Verify Participation posters (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf).

Candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check.