Talent Development Specialist

TheHuman Resourcesdepartment of one of the fastestgrowing accounting firms in the country is seeking aTalent Development Specialistwho is motivated to learn excited to collaborate and passionate about delivering outstanding results. This individual will have a direct impact on our firms mission of serving as a catalyst for those striving to achieve their highest potential.

The Talent Development Specialist will support the Talent Development Manager and other technical trainers by assisting in the creation coordination delivery and evaluation of training programs that promote employee growth and career development. This individual will also help administer the firms Learning Management System (LMS) and track Continuing Professional Education credits and other compliance requirements set forth by the Missouri State Board of Accountancy NASBA and other applicable accrediting bodies. The Talent Development Specialist plays a crucial role in fostering employee growth and development directly contributing to the Firms success.

What Youll Do:

Learning Management System (LMS)

• Manage registration and reporting for all learning and development activities using the firms Learning Management System
• Creation of learning objectives in the firms Learning Management System such as programs sessions learning paths activities and catalogs
• Monitor and track employee training completion and issue certificates
• Generate reports for Talent leaders Practice/Department leaders and other leaders on employee training and CPE compliance metrics
• Maintain relationships with LMS Provider for questions and support
• Stays updated with the latest LMS features and trends to ensure the system is used to its full potential
• Other LMS duties as assigned

Internal Learning Programs

• Coordinate registration of employees for internal and external learning events
• Arrange and coordinate training sessions and schedules; including working with various external trainers
• Coordinate all training materials (training guides handouts and other visual materials) and agendas for each session and send to presenters and attendees
• Monitor all class/session enrollments; make changes as necessary
• Work with proper parties on facility and equipment scheduling; including setting up classrooms technology equipment and additional materials
• Manage course changes through effective and timely communication with attendees and presenters
• Gather feedback from trainers and trainees post training sessions to evaluate feedback and effectiveness
• Conducts effective needs assessments with leaders and other subject matter experts to determine training needs of employees and firm as a whole
• Design develop and implement comprehensive and engaging training programs tailored to individual contributors focusing on enhancing technical skills professional development and alignment with the firms Core Competencies and Core Values
• Monitor and support remote training participants during hybrid learning events

Continuing Professional Education

• Monitor and track continuing education and licensure status for various licenses and certifications to ensure compliance requirements are being met
• Collect and record materials needed to offer CPE credits
• Work with employees and leadership to schedule individuals to attend external CPE and professional development events as needed
• Assist employees with CPE and licensurerelated questions

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain supplies and training materials
• Assist with daily operation of the talent development team ensuring smooth and efficient workflow
• Communicate and model firm core values mission and vision
• Perform other duties as assigned

What Were Looking For:

• Demonstrates a proactive and selfstarting attitude taking initiative to own and lead work
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Strong organization and detail orientation skills
• Displays high attention to detail ensuring accuracy in training materials program documentation and evaluations
• Demonstrates intermediatelevel of knowledge of instructional design principals and adult learning methodologies
• Adept with using elearning course authoring tools such as Articulate 360 Captivate and Lectora
• Ability to multitask while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• Outstanding organization time management administrative skills
• Ability to work independently be flexible and demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Operates with a service oriented mindset; demonstrates initiative and desire to assist others
• Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality regarding sensitive issues

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Human Resources Organizational Development Instructional Design or Related Field
• Minimum 12 years related work experience preferably working with companywide training and development initiatives
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems
• Advanced computer proficiency with MS Office Suite including PowerPoint