Learning and Development Specialist

About the Role

HopeTree Family Services is seeking a dynamic and passionate Learning & Development Specialist to join our team. This role partners closely with the Director of Learning & Development to empower employees across the organization to succeed and exceed expectations in their roles.

If you enjoy facilitating training, building engaging learning content, and supporting employee growth, this could be a great fit for you!

What You’ll Do

• Design and maintain engaging training and performance support materials
• Facilitate new hire orientation, onboarding, and ongoing training programs
• Administer and maintain our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Run reports and manage user/content updates within the LMS
• Partner with leadership to identify performance gaps and implement solutions
• Travel to HopeTree locations across the state (approximately 25%)
• Certify and recertify staff in:
• CPR/First Aid/AED
• Therapeutic Options (TOVA)
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and recommend solutions

Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED and Therapeutic Options will be provided.

What We’re Looking ForEducation & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Instructional Design, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting learning and development programs
• Experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS) preferred
• Strong instructional design and organizational development skills

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to present to groups at all levels, including executive leadership
• Strong leadership, organization, and time management skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote)
• HRIS systems and electronic record systems
• Strong data entry skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $26.63 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have supporting learning and development programs?
• Do you have experience designing training materials or instructional content?
• Do you have experience working within a Learning Management System (LMS)?
• Are you proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)?
• How comfortable are you presenting training to groups, including leadership teams?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person