Learning & Development Trainer

State Of Illinois


Job Location:

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 73756 - 115059
Posted on: 2 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:57579
Opening Date:
Closing Date:
Agency:Teachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois
Salary:$73756 - $115059
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Merit Comp Code: Agency Excluded from Collective Bargaining Coverage

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Careers Teachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois

TheTeachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois (TRS)is one of the largest public pension systems in the United States. We provide retirement disability and survivor benefits to teachers administrators and other public-school personnel employed outside the city of Chicago.

TRS serves over 456000 members and manages a multi-billion-dollar investment portfolio for the exclusive benefit of the membership.

TRS is an agency of the State of Illinois governed by a Board of Trustees. Full-and part-time employees are eligible for the State of Illinois comprehensive benefits program which includes medical dental and vision coverage. All employees hired after August 17 2001 participate in the TRS retirement pension plan. Employees also have the option to contribute to additional State of Illinois deferred compensation plans. The TRS pension plan is a participating reciprocal system under the Illinois Pension Code Retirement Systems Reciprocal Act.

Learn more about careers at TRS:Careers Teachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Learning and Development Manager the Learning and Development Trainer is responsible for delivering engaging learning experiences that support employee growth organizational effectiveness and a culture of continuous learning. This role facilitates instructor-led virtual and blended training programs for employees at all levels with a strong focus on onboarding professional development systems training compliance education and leadership development support.

The Learning and Development Trainer applies adult learning principles and facilitation best practices to create meaningful learning experiences that promote knowledge retention skill development and practical application on the job. This role collaborates with subject matter experts leaders and other Learning and Development team members to develop maintain and deliver high-quality training programs and learning resources.

The Learning and Development Trainer serves as a trusted learning partner by identifying training needs supporting organizational initiatives and ensuring employees have access to the knowledge and tools necessary for success. This individual contributes to employee development efforts by facilitating training maintaining learning content tracking participation and evaluating learner feedback to continuously improve training effectiveness.

Essential Functions

  • Facilitate instructor-led virtual and blended learning programs for employees and leaders ensuring an engaging and effective learning experience.
  • Deliver new hire onboarding programs that support employee integration understanding of organizational culture and role readiness.
  • Coordinate and facilitate training related to professional development leadership development systems policies compliance requirements and organizational initiatives.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop update and maintain training materials facilitator guides participant resources and learning content.
  • Support the design and implementation of learning programs using adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
  • Partner with leaders and departments to identify training needs and recommend appropriate learning solutions.

Essential Functions (Continued)

  • Manage training logistics including scheduling registration communications materials preparation and classroom or virtual platform setup.
  • Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to assign track maintain and report on learning activities and training completion records.
  • Evaluate training effectiveness through participant feedback assessments and learning metrics; recommend improvements to enhance learner outcomes.
  • Support organizational change initiatives by developing and delivering training that prepares employees for new processes systems and ways of working.
  • Maintain accurate training records documentation and reporting to support compliance operational and organizational needs.
  • Perform additional duties in support of employee learning and development as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Strong facilitation communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage adult learners in classroom virtual and hybrid learning environments.
  • Ability to assess learning needs and apply adult learning principles instructional design methodologies and training best practices to develop facilitate and evaluate learning experiences that improve individual and organizational performance.
  • Strong organizational time management and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships with leaders subject matter experts and employees across the organization.
  • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) Microsoft Office applications virtual training platforms and other learning technologies.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Continued)

  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities solve problems and adapt to changing business needs while maintaining professionalism attention to detail and exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professionalism accountability ethical conduct and delivering high-quality work.
  • Ability to travel occasionally including day trips and overnight travel to support organizational and training needs.

Minimum Requirements

  • Human Resources Business Administration Communications or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Three (3) years of experience in corporate training learning and development instructional design or a related field.
  • Experience facilitating instructor-led and virtual training programs for adult learners.
  • Experience developing and maintaining training materials learning resources and job aids.
  • Experience administering learning activities and using a Learning Management System (LMS) or similar learning technology.
  • Experience supporting onboarding systems training compliance training or employee development programs is preferred.
  • Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CPTD APTD Certified Facilitator/Trainer CIDD or related credentials) are preferred.

Work Hours:8:30 am to 4:30 pm M-F
Headquarter Location:2815 W. Washington St. Springfield IL 62702-3397
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Christina Lonbom
Email:
Phone #:
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

TRS is a non-code state agency.

**APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS**

Candidates must submit applications through the TRS Careers Website:

Careers Teachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois

Please follow all instructions and include all required documents. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100 CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

TRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing or completing any pre-employment testing please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at orHiring decisions are not based on or affected by political factors including political sponsorship affiliation or support.


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Job Requisition ID:57579Opening Date: Closing Date: Agency:Teachers Retirement System of the State of IllinoisSalary:$73756 - $115059Job Type: SalariedCategory:Full TimeCounty: SangamonNumber of Vacancies: 1Merit Comp Code: Agency Excluded from Collective Bargaining CoveragePlease follow the directi...

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