Training & Development Specialist - Illinois Human Resources

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Training & Development Specialist I to analyze training needs, develop curricula, and deliver programs across the campus. You will design engaging training for diverse employee groups, evaluate outcomes, and maintain training records using modern tools and registration systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with subject-matter experts, design of online resources, and delivery through multiple modalities, including in-person and virtual

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or coursework in education, training and development, human resources, or business.
• Combination of college credits and work experience may substitute for degree requirements.
• Two years of professional work experience in training and development is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate campus-wide training programs and serve as moderator and lead presenter.
• Design training using internal and external resources and stay current with trends.
• Develop and conduct training for all employee levels.
• Create engaging online resources and interactive content delivery tools.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and revise content accordingly.
• Maintain curriculum database and training records.
• Choose delivery methods (online, in-person, mentoring, on-the-job).
• Produce educational aids and materials.
• Conduct needs assessments and identify skill gaps.
• Support departmental training goals, policies, and procedures.
• Sponsor train-the-trainer initiatives and supervise interns.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Instructional design

Training cycle management

Training methods

MS Office

Deadline management

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Training & Development Specialist - Illinois Human Resources

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Job Summary

Responsible for analyzing training needs of employee populations, developing curriculum, and delivering training, seminars, workshops, and programs. Use proven techniques to assess department and employee needs and develop appropriate training for key functions, including human resources, supervision, and administrative support. Employ appropriate measurements to determine the effectiveness of training programs and draft reports to share the results of training and make appropriate recommendations for future actions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates training programs related to employee development and supervisory skills development. Serves as moderator and lead presenter for campus-wide programs both online and in-person. Serves as a presenter for related content when necessary.
• Designs training programs using internal and external resources as appropriate, stays abreast of new trends and tools in employee development, and uses accepted education principles and tracks new training methods and techniques.
• Develops and/or conducts training for all levels of employees within the university (front-line employees, supervisors, and leadership).
• Coordinates the development of engaging online resources and training content that use videos, tutorials, infographics, polls, virtual collaboration whiteboards, and/or other interactive content delivery tools.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training and development programs, and utilizes relevant evaluation data to revise or recommend changes to training content, objectives, and methods; creates various reports as necessary.
• Develops fluency with registration systems to assist in maintenance of curriculum database and training records.
• Chooses appropriate methods for delivery of training (simulations, online, mentoring/coaching, on-the-job training, professional development classes, etc.)
• Designs and/or oversees the production of educational aids/materials.
• Conducts needs assessment and identifies skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed.
• Assists with the development of departmental or campus training goals, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures.
• Provides train-the-trainer support to build the training capacity of subject-matter experts.
• Supervises student interns and extra help personnel in support of training development and execution activities.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• The position involves remaining in a stationary position for periods of time, and using dollies, carts, and rolling totes to move boxes of training supplies weighing upwards of 10 lbs.

Work Schedule, Travel, or Other Job Expectations

• This position observes university campus, Civil Service, and Employee Development and Learning policies.
• The work occurs typically in an office setting, across campus, and occasionally off campus. Travel out of town within the state of Illinois may rarely occur (a University of Illinois vehicle will be provided and operation of the vehicle requires a current driver's license).

Minimum Qualifications

1. Any one or any combination of the following, totaling four years (48 months), from the categories below:
   • A. Credit for college training leading to a major or concentration in education or other fields related to training and development such as human resource administration or business administration or closely related fields
     • - 30 semester hours equals 12 months
     • - 60 semester hours equals 24 months
     • - 90 semester hours equals 36 months
     • - 120 semester hours or a Bachelor's Degree equals 48 months
   • B. Credit for college training leading to a major or concentration in fields other than those previously listed
     • - Bachelor's Degree equals 3 years (36 months)
     • - Master's Degree equals 4 years (48 months)
   • C. Work experience as a human resource or training professional
2. Two years of professional work experience in the training and development profession

*A Master's degree in education or other fields closely related to training and development (such as human resource administration or business administration) or a Master's degree with a concentration in these fields may be substituted for one year of such experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate engaging learning experiences for both in-person and virtual audiences.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE).
• Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas LMS.
• Current driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Working knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation.
• Ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate).
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques.
• MS Office skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, approach work and projects with creativity, and work in a moderate-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to be results oriented, well organized, and systematic in approach to time and task management.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4693 - Training and Development Specialist I position. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 annually. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on August 20, 2026.

For full consideration, application materials should include a cover letter, current resume (including month/year employment dates), contact information for three professional references, and (if applicable) transcripts or proof of degree(s).

Please ensure your resume highlights your qualifications/experience for this position.

If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment.

For further information about this specific position, please contact Doug Greene at [e-mail]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].

Requisition ID: 1037577

Job Category: Professional and Administrative

Champaign-Urbana