Learning and Development Specialist

Salary : $52,320.00 - $65,400.00 Annually

Location : Ogden, UT

Job Type : Salaried Exempt

Job Number : 202400287

Division : Instructional Services

Department : LMS Help Desk

Opening Date : 11 / 04 / 2024

Closing Date : 11 / 18 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Mountain

Position Summary

The Learning and Development Specialist designs, develops, and implements online and in-person training to enhance employee performance, knowledge, and skills across the organization.

This position involves leveraging e-learning tools to create and deliver engaging in-person and online training with a research-driven focus on leadership, compliance, and departmental cross-training.

The specialist tracks completion of training, analyzes training effectiveness, and assesses learning needs to provide actionable, data-driven insights and recommendations to administration.

This position reports to the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) Coordinator / Instructional Designer.

Essential Functions

• Training Program Development : Design and develop training programs, courses, and materials that align with organizational goals and meet the needs of employees at various levels.
• Needs Assessment : Conduct training needs assessments through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and consultation with managers and employees to identify learning gaps and opportunities.
• Instructional Design : Create engaging, effective learning experiences using various methods, including e-learning, classroom training, webinars, and workshops.
• Facilitation : Lead and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars, ensuring that content is delivered in an interactive and engaging manner.
• Evaluation and Improvement : Assess the effectiveness of training programs by analyzing feedback, performance data, and outcomes, and make continuous improvements to training content and delivery methods.
• Learning Management System (LMS) Administration : Manage and maintain the organization's LMS, including course uploads, tracking completion, and generating reports.
• Collaboration : Work closely with HR, department heads, and subject matter experts to ensure training content is relevant, accurate, and aligned with business needs.
• Employee Development : Support employee development initiatives, including leadership development, mentoring programs, and career pathing.
• Compliance Training : Ensure that all compliance training requirements are met and maintained, including mandatory certifications and safety training.
• Budget Management : Assist in managing the budget for learning and development programs, ensuring cost-effective delivery of training initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications :

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design models.
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to assess training needs and translate them into effective learning solutions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to evaluate training effectiveness.

Education and Experience Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field. Demonstrable experience / work history may be substituted for education credentials.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in training, teaching, learning and development, instructional design, or a related role.
• Certification in instructional design, training, or related fields (e.g., CPLP, ATD) is a plus.

Must have the following demonstrated abilities :

• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional discretion regarding sensitive and proprietary information.
• Present a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to develop effective, collaborative relationships with staff, visitors, and vendors.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking to problem-solving.
• Ability to organize resources and establish priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure with high expectations and deadlines.
• Stay focused despite interruptions.
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently.

Physical Requirements :

Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending;carryinglightitems;

drivinganautomobile,etc.Specialphysicaldemandsarenotrequiredtoperformthe work.

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

Additional Information

Working Hours :

Monday - Friday 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm

CONDITIONAL OFFER :

A conditional offer of employment will be made pending satisfactory completion of a background investigation.

Ogden-Weber Technical College is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expressions, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal laws.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required.

Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.

By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education in human resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field?

• None
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Certification
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

How many years of professional experience do you have training employees in many career fields, such as administration and leadership, manufacturing, and healthcare?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years but less than 4 years experience
• 4 years but less than 5 years experience
• 5 years but less than 6 years experience
• 6 years but less than 7 years experience
• 7 or more years of experience

How many years of experience do you have developing and implementing training with e-learning software and learning management systems (LMS) for employees?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years but less than 4 years experience
• 4 years but less than 5 years experience
• 5 years but less than 6 years experience
• 6 or more years of experience

Please list the names of learning management systems you have administrative experience with.

Do you have any certification in instructional design, talent development, or a related field?

If yes, please list them below.

Are you claiming veterans' preference for this position based on any of the following criteria? (DD-214 Required)

• U.S. Armed Forces veteran, current service member, or as the spouse / surviving spouse of a qualifying veteran?
• Veteran with a service-connected disability or Purple Heart award, or as the spouse / surviving spouse of a qualifying veteran?
• None of the above

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