Training Development Specialist

Center for Energy and Environment; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Coverage Options

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

DEI commitment

Job summary

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is seeking a Training Development Specialist in Minneapolis to design, develop, and deliver engaging learning experiences that support a clean energy transition. You will apply instructional design and visual storytelling to simplify technical topics for diverse audiences.

Role reports to Curriculum Development Manager and collaborates with internal staff, SMEs, and external vendors. Hybrid work includes 1–2 days on-site in Minneapolis or Roseville.

Qualifications

• Experience designing learning materials for adult learners.
• Knowledge of instructional design theory and adult learning principles.
• Ability to translate complex content into clear visuals and learning assets.

Responsibilities

• Design and build interactive eLearning and blended learning.
• Create clear, visually coherent representations of complex information.
• Deliver training to internal and external audiences across multiple modalities.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning theory

Training delivery

Visual design

Storyboarding

AI literacy

Education

Degree or advanced training in Instructional Design/LED

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Camtasia

Articulate 360 Storyline/Rise

Job description

CEE - Minneapolis 212 N 3rd Ave STE 560 Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA

• Hybrid
• Training and WFD
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: TRAIN001355

Description

Location

Hybrid – 1-2 days/week in our Minneapolis or Roseville office

Join Our Dynamic Training & Education Team

We are looking for a Training Development Specialist to join our growing Training & Education team! This role will report to the Curriculum Development Manager. The Training & Education team is responsible for delivering learning experiences and resources on building science and emerging energy-efficient technologies. As a Training Development Specialist, you'll develop, design, and deliver learning experiences that support the transition to a clean energy future by helping market actors build practical skills and adopt new behaviors.We are seeking someone proficient in Learning Experience Design methods who applies visual design principles to reduce cognitive load and uses visual storytelling to make technical content memorable, accessible, and inclusive.

Who We Are

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and Roseville, MN.We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest’s quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

What We Offer

• Insurance Coverage Options : To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2026 Benefit Summary .
• Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.
• Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vestingand company contribution.
• Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.
• Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.
• Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.
• Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.

What You’ll Do

Training Development, Media Production, and Delivery

• Design and build interactive eLearning and blended learning
• Create clear, visually coherent representations o f complex technical information
• Plan, record, and edit scripts and instructional videos
• Deliver training to internal and external audiences using a variety of modalities (in person, webinar, recorded video, voiceover slide decks, podcasts, and other media).
• Coach internal staff and partners on learning design methods, helping them plan and develop effective training for external audiences and market actors.

Visual Communication and Learning Experience Design

• Apply brand and style guidelines
• Prepare and optimize images, graphics, and video for different delivery formats

Content Creation and Learning Design

• Design engaging, learner-centered experiences
• Conduct basic needs analysis to identify performance gaps and learning objectives.
• Develop scripts, storyboards, facilitator guides, participant guides, handouts, slide decks, e-learning, job aids, and other support materials

Project Management and Collaboration

• Collaborate with program staff, SMEs, marketing, and external vendors to define learning assets and integrate into programs
• Training support: LMS management, certification tracking, CEU applications/renewals

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

• Define success metrics and evaluation approaches in collaboration with key partners
• Collect and organize training evaluation data and Market Progress Indicators (MPIs)
• Gather learner usability feedback and engagement data
• Contribute to internal knowledge bases, templates, and standards

Other duties as assigned or apparent

• At least 2 years of experience d esigning and developing learning materials for adult learners, with preference for experience in technical or trades contexts (e.g., HVAC, building science, contractors). A combination of education and work experience will be considered.
• Applied knowledge ofinstructional design,adult learning theory, and training delivery best practices
• Ability to structure content, write clear learning objectives, and design activities/assessments that support performance outcomes
• Strong written, visual, and oral communication skills
• Ability to translate complex or abstract concepts into clean, scannable, and engaging visual assets, infographics, illustrations, and job aids
• Strong visual design and storytelling skills, including working knowledge of layout, typography, color, and visual hierarchy, and the ability to apply brand/style guidelines
• Skilled in rapid prototyping: sketching screen layouts, wireframes, and interactive storyboards
• Knowledge of Section 508 / WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines
• AI literacy: experience using AI tools to support learning content development, including human oversight, transparency, protection of confidential data, accuracy and quality review, and bias awareness
• Proficiency wit h visual design, video, and media tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia
• Experience with eLearning authoring tools: Articulate 360 Storyline/Rise, Genially, AI tools (Claude, CoPilot)
• Experience with Learning management systems:TalentLMS, or similar
• Experience with Productivity tools: Microsoft Office, Asana, and/or similar

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or advanced training in Instructional Design, Learning Experience Design, Instructional Technology,Graphic Design, Psychology, or a highly related field
• Experience facilitating training (in person and virtual) and coaching SMEs/stakeholders through the process of designing and delivering effective learning experiences
• Experience creating visual representations for complex technical topics
• Experience applying user experience or visual design methods to digital products or learning experiences

Compensation

Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect the pay range upon hire for this position will be $32.50-$36.00 per hour.

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