Training Instructor I

Navy Federal Credit Union; Sandy Springs (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking a Training Specialist to implement and facilitate training programs for assigned areas. You will collaborate with Instructional Designers, test learning activities, develop materials, and conduct sessions while monitoring effectiveness and recommending improvements.

Role requires travel, potential evenings/weekends, and a collaborative, supervisory environment. Hybrid schedule based at the Sandy Springs location, with strong emphasis on NFLC leveraging and

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt to fluctuating work-flow.
• Exposure to classroom instruction and/or facilitation for individuals or groups.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to plan and design courses and curricula; ensure accuracy of content.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team to plan and design courses and curricula; ensure content accuracy.
• Conduct needs assessments to provide customized training.
• Create reference and support tools for training.
• Develop and enhance training content and techniques to meet learning objectives.
• Facilitate classroom interactions for optimal engagement.
• Identify and recommend new training approaches and modalities.
• Deliver training via VILT or ILT.
• Use NFLC to manage registrations, attendance, and assessments.
• Liaise between product owners and operations for project focus.
• Prepare training materials from conception to production.
• Plan, coordinate, manage and deliver training programs; ad hoc training as needed.
• Respond to training issues and inquiries.
• Evaluate effectiveness of programs and trainee performance.
• Train employees on policies and procedures.

Skills

Adaptability

Information compilation

Classroom facilitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Situation management

Problem solving

Event planning

Training delivery

Multimedia testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education, business, or related field

Passport & Driver’s license

Tools

Database software

Presentation software

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Overview

To implement and facilitate training programs for assigned areas of company. Collaborate with the Instructional Designers and test the development of learning activities, training materials, facilitator guides, lesson plans, and class schedules. Conduct training sessions, monitor effectiveness and recommend program modifications. Investigate operational processes and procedures to determine feasible and effective training solutions. Function as subject matter expert or lead on projects regarding business functions, systems, policies and/or procedures. Identify and assess organizational issues and training/development needs. Present findings and recommendations to management. May be required to travel and work evenings and/or weekends. Provide support to branch to meet the business need. Work under supervision; participate in projects.

Overview

To implement and facilitate training programs for assigned areas of company. Collaborate with the Instructional Designers and test the development of learning activities, training materials, facilitator guides, lesson plans, and class schedules. Conduct training sessions, monitor effectiveness and recommend program modifications. Investigate operational processes and procedures to determine feasible and effective training solutions. Function as subject matter expert or lead on projects regarding business functions, systems, policies and/or procedures. Identify and assess organizational issues and training/development needs. Present findings and recommendations to management. May be required to travel and work evenings and/or weekends. Provide support to branch to meet the business need. Work under supervision; participate in projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with others to plan and design courses and curricula; ensure accuracy of content and test multimedia elements


• Conduct needs assessment on request from business unit management to provide customized training or individual guidance to improve and develop performance


• Create reference and support tools that reinforce training


• Develop and enhance training content and technique to ensure that learning objectives meet training requirements


• Facilitate classroom interactions to ensure optimum engagement levels from participants


• Identify and recommend new and novel training approaches and modalities


• Implement most effective instructional approach via virtual instructional led training (VILT) or instructional led training (ILT)


• Leverage Navy Federal Learning Center (NFLC) to communicate programs; register participants; track attendance, participation, assessments; and monitor class workshops/simulations/eLearning offerings


• Liaison between product owners and operations to maintain a consistent focus for a variety of initiatives using diverse communication methods


• Manage preparation of training materials, resources and course content from conception through production stages


• Plan, coordinate, manage & deliver (technical, soft skill, skill builder and/or member service) training programs; may also include ad hoc training


• Respond to and resolve training related issues and inquiries


• Track, measure, evaluate, analyze and provide feedback on the effectiveness of training programs and/or trainee performance to ensure learning objectives are achieved


• Train employees on the concepts, products, policies, procedures and equipment used in the position


• Conduct research and analysis of requirements and processes


• Identify and develop recommendations for business process improvement


• Measure, develop, mentor and counsel trainees


• Serve as subject matter expert regarding business functions, systems, policies and/or procedures


• Set performance standards and expectations


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt to fluctuating work-flow


• Ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely


• Exposure to classroom instruction and/or facilitation for individuals or groups


• Exposure to working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects


• Basic skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals


• Effective database and presentation software skills


• Effective organizational, planning and time management skills


• Effective research, analytical, and problem solving skills


• Effective skill capturing and translating processes and requirements into easily understood terms


• Effective skill collaborating with various external and internal technical and/or functional contacts


• Effective skill communicating with all levels within an organization


• Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in difficult situations


• Effective skill speaking and/or presenting in front of groups in a professional setting


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills

Desired Qualifications

• Basic skill in assessing organizational training needs and researching topics for course development


• Bachelor's Degree in Education, business, communication, behavioral sciences, training development or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience


• Familiarity with Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and procedures


• Familiarity with Navy Federal's functions, philosophy, operations and organizational objectives


• Familiarity with banking/financial industry standards and practices


• Valid Passport and Driver’s license

Additional Information

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM (Hybrid, extensive travel including overseas)

Location

• 4 Concourse Pkwy, Suite #100 Sandy Springs, GA 30328

About Us

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