Training Specialist

Abode , one of the largest and effective nonprofits working to end homelessness in the Bay Area, is seeking a Training Specialist for our programs in Alameda County.

About The Role : The Training Specialist will support the organization-wide initiatives that will help transform agency culture through excellence in training.

The Training Specialist will be responsible for working with the Training Team to deliver and evaluate training that will transform the agency’s vision, values, and practices.

The Training Specialist will implement and continuously improve upon exceptional professional development opportunities for employees.

This is a mostly remote position with required travel within Abode’s areas of operation for in-person training sessions and some team meetings.

The People and Culture : You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, supportive, smart, and kind leaders and teams - people you can be proud to work with! Abode Services regularly recognizes employees’ efforts, seeks employees’ input, and cares for employees as people with lives outside of work.

We believe that we make better decisions and provide quality services when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

People of color make up nearly 70% of our workforce and we strive to recruit and retain employees from all backgrounds.

Our Benefits and Perks :

• $28.85 per - $32.10 per hour
• Flexible work schedules
• 100% paid health benefits for employees
• 31 PTO / Holidays per year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan w / Employer Match & Contribution Programs
• Dynamic, mission-drive culture and supportive leadership
• Professional Development Opportunities, Leadership Academy Programs, Annual All Staff Events & Holiday Parties

How You Make an Impact :

Training Delivery

• Prepare for and assist in virtual and in-person learning and training, including but not limited to technology troubleshooting.
• Manage participant registration, attendance, and other logistical matters.
• Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session.
• Analyze training evaluation data; present findings and recommendations to the Training Team.
• In collaboration with the training team, quality improvement team, and other key staff at Abode, document training needs and improvement ideas and contribute to training plans and schedules for the agency.
• Work with internal subject matter experts (SMEs) to design training modules and resources, using proven adult learning theory and inclusive design principles.
• Special training assignments to departments as needed.

Administrative Support

• Act as key administrator for Abode’s eLearning platform, including maintaining and updating rosters, curriculum databases, assigned modules, and training records.
• Maintain and provide support in maintaining in-house training equipment and facilities.
• Maintain and provide training information to employees, prepare training materials, and manage a calendar of training.
• Other duties as assigned.

How You Meet Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 2 years of experience as a Training Coordinator, Training Facilitator, or similar role.
• Some experience with various training methods, including face-to-face instruction and e-learning.
• Use of personal vehicle and proof of valid California Driver's License and current auto insurance, along with a clean DMV record, is required.

Notice : This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind.

Abode Services reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade, or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice.

Notice : Abode Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)