(Hybrid) Training and Development Specialist - Talent and Culture

Leadership and Organizational Development within the Division of Talent and Culture at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Training and Development Specialist.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Leadership & Organizational Development, the Training and Development Specialist leads the facilitation of impactful training, including enterprise learning programs and custom engagements, supports maintenance of the Learning Management System, and fosters connection across the WVU community.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Serves as facilitator for in-person and virtual training sessions across campus, delivering engaging, inclusive, and outcome-driven learning experiences.
• Develops and delivers enterprise learning programs for a variety of audiences including new employees, individual contributors and leaders.
• Collaborates with the Manager and LOD team members to develop and deliver custom engagements for large groups.
• Evaluates program success using data, feedback, and surveys, and makes evidence-based recommendations for improvement.
• Consults with HR teams and University leaders to assess needs and propose development solutions that address organizational goals.
• Develops tools and resources related to performance management, feedback, onboarding, and appreciation.
• Drives marketing and communication strategies that raise awareness of and participation in learning opportunities. Partners with the Strategic Communications and Marketing team to align communication and materials with WVU’s brand identity.
• Promotes a culture of engagement at WVU by creating environments where connection is a natural outcome.
• Supports maintenance of Learning Management System (Workday) and troubleshoots user issues.
• Works closely with all LOD team members to ensure consistency across experiences.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager, LOD.

• Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the following:
  • Training or group facilitation
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating training sessions for employees.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems.
• Skilled in public speaking and group facilitation to support effective adult learning, including fostering participation, engagement and practical application.
• Organizational and intrapersonal skills with acute attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and visualize learning data (e.g., participation, feedback, outcomes).
• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate cross functionally.
• Ability to learn the University’s organizational structure, strategic plan, priorities, mission, and vision.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.