Learning & Development Specialist

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

As a Learning & Development Specialist you will play a key role in designing and delivering strategic programs that address current and future organizational needs. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration creativity and impact.

What will I be doing

Partner with Senior Organizational Development & Learning Consultants to conduct training needs analyses and assess development requirements across the organization.
Apply expertise in adult learning principles and innovative models to recommend effective solutions.
Design and develop blended learning programs (classroom and virtual) aligned with business objectives.
Create engaging training materials manuals and multimedia resources.
Facilitate interactive classroom and virtual training sessions that inspire learning.
Measure and report on training effectiveness and impact to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
Manage learning assignments and maintain accurate records in the Learning Management System (LMS).
Collaborate with subject matter experts and external providers to deliver professional development programs.
Stay current on trends best practices and innovations in learning and development.
Build relationships with external organizations and educational institutions for benchmarking and continuous improvement.

What Were Looking For

Strong applied knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design principles.
Experience designing and delivering blended learning programs using the ADDIE model.
Excellent facilitation and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems and digital learning tools.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

Education: University degree in Human Resources or related field with emphasis on learning and development; postgraduate diploma in Adult Learning preferred.
Experience: Demonstrated years in instructional design and corporate-wide learning programs using the ADDIE model; experience with strategic talent management programs.
Technical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Articulate 360 including storyline and other authoring tools; Learning Management Systems; ability to implement innovative blended learning solutions using modern technologies.
Certifications:Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP) designation is anasset.
Core Competencies: Customer service teamwork initiative quality & safety and business engagement. Strong facilitation presentation and collaboration skills.

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email @.

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policybefore submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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Description Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to T...