Learning and Development Specialist

Job Summary

The Learning & Development Specialist will play a pivotal role in enhancing the knowledge skills and performance of employees within our organization. You will collaborate with various teams to design implement and manage comprehensive learning programs that align with our business objectives and promote continuous professional development. Your expertise in instructional design training delivery and performance analysis will drive the success of our workforce and contribute to a culture of learning excellence.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments to identify learning and development needs across different departments and levels within the organization
• Collaborate with managers and subject matter experts to define clear training objectives and performance goals
• Design and develop innovative engaging and effective learning materials courses and programs utilizing various instructional design methods (elearning modules classroom training workshops simulations)
• Create training content that caters to different learning styles and ensures a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter
• Facilitate training sessions workshops and presentations to employees ensuring a dynamic and interactive learning experience
• Utilize effective training techniques and adult learning principles to engage participants and promote active participation
• Manage and administer learning management systems (LMS) or other learning platforms ensuring accurate course content user access and tracking of training progress
• Measure the effectiveness of learning programs through assessment tools surveys and posttraining evaluations
• Analyze training results and feedback to make datadriven decisions for continuous improvement
• Keep abreast of industry trends best practices and emerging technologies in learning and development
• Collaborate closely with department heads managers and subject matter experts to ensure training initiatives align with organizational goals and priorities
• Build strong relationships to understand specific department needs and tailor training solutions accordingly
• Support organizational change initiatives by creating training programs that facilitate smooth transitions and skill adoption
• Develop clear communication strategies to promote learning opportunities and drive engagement
• Schedule and facilitate new hire orientation and other learning workshops as assigned
• Works with organizational leadership to design and develop supplemental training collateral such as printed job aids infographics and video tutorials including proofreading testing of processes and research.
• Maintain employee development plans and training transcripts via the LMS.
• Coordinate learning calendars and rosters with organizational leadership to ensure maximum participation with minimal impact on organizational operations
• Maintain running list of training requests obtains or creates appropriate courses evaluates effectiveness of courses and modifies to increase effectiveness as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Familiarity with various learning methodologies adult learning principles and instructional technologies
• Strong communication presentation and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess training effectiveness and make datadriven improvements
• Strong ability to work with multiple software platforms such as LMS video editing Articulate and webinar platforms such as zoom or Microsoft Teams
• Must be knowledgeable of adult learning principles and best practices.
• Must be confident in facilitating inperson and virtual workshops as well as being recorded for a tutorial

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in education human resources organizational development or related field or equivalent years of experience
• A minimum of two years of experience facilitating jobrelated training programs
• Proven experience in instructional design curriculum development and training delivery
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and other training software
• Change management and project management skills are a plus
• Professional certifications in learning and development (APTD CPTD CPTM) are desirable

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• This position is onsite at DAP Health Admin with the option to be hybrid
• This job operates in an office setting and requires frequent times of sitting standing repetitive motion and talking.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move from place to place.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures related to safe work practices