Organizational Development & Training Specialist I or II

Overview Come join our high-trust highly engaged and impactful Human Resources team as an Organizational Development and Training this role you will support university-wide learning leadership development and organizational effectiveness initiatives that enhance employee growth engagement and performance. This position will contribute to the design coordination and delivery of training programs onboarding experiences leadership development initiatives and organizational improvement efforts. The Specialist will collaborate with HR partners and campus leaders to identify development needs create learning resources facilitate training sessions support change initiatives and use data to improve employee experiences. If you have experience in training organizational development facilitation or employee development and want to make a meaningful impact on employee growth leadership capability and workplace culture we encourage you to apply. This position reports directly to the Organizational Development & Training Supervisor and works closely with Talent Management and Organizational Effectiveness team members and campus partners. This position may be filled as an Organizational Development and Training Specialist I or II based on the candidates qualifications and experience. Responsibilities Leadership Development and Training Develop coordinate and facilitate training programs focused on leadership development Title IX compliance professional skills workplace practices and employee growth. Create and maintain training materials and learning resources including presentations guides job aids and digital content. Partner with HR and campus stakeholders to identify development needs and support leadership development performance management and employee growth initiatives. Onboarding and Employee Development Support the planning delivery and facilitation of employee onboarding orientation and development programs. Maintain related learning resources and gather feedback to identify opportunities for improvement. Process Improvement and Change Management Collaborate with HR and campus departments to improve processes workflows and employee experiences. Develop training materials communications and other resources that support process improvements and organizational change initiatives. Facilitate discussions training and feedback activities that help employees understand and adapt to change. Team Development and Coaching Support team development collaboration and engagement through workshops facilitated discussions and learning activities. Provide developmental coaching and guidance within established programs and areas of expertise. Data and Program Evaluation Collect analyze and report on participation survey and feedback data to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Use data-driven insights to enhance training and employee development initiatives. Culture and Engagement Support employee engagement recognition and culture-building initiatives. Assist with surveys focus groups listening sessions and other efforts to improve employee experience and organizational culture. Program Administration Coordinate training logistics communications records learning management system information vendor relationships and other administrative functions supporting development programs. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Organizational Development and Training Specialist I Bachelors degree in organizational development training and development instructional design human resources business administration education psychology or a related field; or equivalent experience. Up to one year of relevant experience in training employee development organizational development human resources education or a related field. Organizational Development and Training Specialist II Bachelors degree in organizational development training and development instructional design human resources business administration education psychology or a related field; or equivalent experience. Three years of relevant experience in training organizational development employee development human resources facilitation or a related field. Preferred Qualifications Masters degree in organizational development human resources instructional design education business administration or related field. Experience facilitating leadership development programs workshops or team development sessions. Experience with organizational change management methodologies (e.g. ADKAR). Experience using learning management systems (e.g. Cornerstone Absorb Canvas Workday Learning). Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Agile or Design Thinking. Experience working in higher education or a complex organizational environment. Experience using employee assessments such as DISC StrengthsFinder or 360-degree feedback tools. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of adult learning principles and training program development. Ability to design deliver and evaluate training programs for diverse audiences. Strong facilitation presentation and communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees leaders and campus partners. Ability to analyze data and use findings to improve programs and services. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and learning technologies. Required Documents Along with the online application please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV. Answer the following during your application: Please describe your interest in the field of organizational development and training. Please describe how your education experience and interests have prepared you for this role. Please provide examples that demonstrate your ability to help others learn and grow collaborate to solve problems and identify opportunities for process improvement. Please provide examples that demonstrate your ability to present information and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary $44000 - $59000 Commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions (such as typing). University Highlights Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact. USU enrolls over 29800 students both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference officially joining on July 1 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 202526 with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors and to the community where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education research discovery outreach and service. 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Leadership Development and Training Develop coordinate and facilitate training programs focused on leadership development Title IX compliance professional skills workplace practices and employee growth. Create and maintain training materials and learning resources including presentations guides job aids and digital content. Partner with HR and campus stakeholders to identify development needs and support leadership development performance management and employee growth initiatives. Onboarding and Employee Development Support the planning delivery and facilitation of employee onboarding orientation and development programs. Maintain related learning resources and gather feedback to identify opportunities for improvement. Process Improvement and Change Management Collaborate with HR and campus departments to improve processes workflows and employee experiences. Develop training materials communications and other resources that support process improvements and organizational change initiatives. Facilitate discussions training and feedback activities that help employees understand and adapt to change. Team Development and Coaching Support team development collaboration and engagement through workshops facilitated discussions and learning activities. Provide developmental coaching and guidance within established programs and areas of expertise. Data and Program Evaluation Collect analyze and report on participation survey and feedback data to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Use data-driven insights to enhance training and employee development initiatives. Culture and Engagement Support employee engagement recognition and culture-building initiatives. Assist with surveys focus groups listening sessions and other efforts to improve employee experience and organizational culture. Program Administration Coordinate training logistics communications records learning management system information vendor relationships and other administrative functions supporting development programs.
Minimum Qualifications Organizational Development and Training Specialist I Bachelors degree in organizational development training and development instructional design human resources business administration education psychology or a related field; or equivalent experience. Up to one year of relevant experience in training employee development organizational development human resources education or a related field. Organizational Development and Training Specialist II Bachelors degree in organizational development training and development instructional design human resources business administration education psychology or a related field; or equivalent experience. Three years of relevant experience in training organizational development employee development human resources facilitation or a related field. Preferred Qualifications Masters degree in organizational development human resources instructional design education business administration or related field. Experience facilitating leadership development programs workshops or team development sessions. Experience with organizational change management methodologies (e.g. ADKAR). Experience using learning management systems (e.g. Cornerstone Absorb Canvas Workday Learning). Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Agile or Design Thinking. Experience working in higher education or a complex organizational environment. Experience using employee assessments such as DISC StrengthsFinder or 360-degree feedback tools. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of adult learning principles and training program development. Ability to design deliver and evaluate training programs for diverse audiences. Strong facilitation presentation and communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees leaders and campus partners. Ability to analyze data and use findings to improve programs and services. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and learning technologies.