Learning and Development Training Specialist

SCHEDULE: Full-time; Monday through Friday (8:00am-4:30pm) Average of 40 hours/week

LOCATION: 1009 2nd Street, Coralville, Iowa 52241

BENEFITS: Our employees are our most valuable assets, so we invest in them with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our philosophy of taking care of the customer extends to taking care of our employees so that they, in turn, can take good care of themselves and their families. Join Hills Bank and let us surprise you with even more perks!

SCOPE:

Manage and train the learning and development programs in alignment with the bank's mission, vision and core values. Focus includes the identification of development needs, program creation and delivery.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Learning and Development Management:

• Create a talent training program to support the strategic plan of the company.
• Responsible for assessing and meeting the professional development needs of the bank from a companywide standpoint including a focus on management skills, leadership, and human resource related training.
• Provide expertise in planning and execution of employee training and development efforts.
  • Develop course content and effective training materials utilizing a variety of media.
  • Present topics through a variety of instructional methods such as classroom instruction, webinars, online classes, etc.
  • Develop and monitor the training budget and spending.
  • Schedule training sessions ensuring facility setup, audiovisual setup, supply order, etc. Work with office managers and appropriate staff to coordinate on-site classes.
  • Determine effectiveness of training programs through testing, participant feedback and follow-up of completed training to evaluate and measure results. Recommend appropriate changes and modify programs as needed.

Mentoring:

• Provide one-on-one instruction and mentoring, primarily to supervisors and management.
• Consult with management on training needs, organizational and leadership matters.

Other Duties:

• Conduct New Hire orientations on a rotating schedule.
• Develop and maintain job related communications to ensure employees have knowledge of development opportunities and general information.
• Work effectively as a human resource team member and assist with departmental tasks and initiatives as needed.
• Exemplify the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.
• Promote a positive image of the department and bank through participation in company events and community involvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in education, industrial and organizational psychology, business administration or liberal arts and 5-10 years of experience in learning and development, training, and human resources are preferred; 5 years of experience in a supervisory/management role; or equivalent combination.
• Strong strategic planning and operational implementation skills, with the ability to integrate and align strategy, people and activities across functions, processes and teams.
• Must be a strategic thinker, self-starter, take initiative, make decisions, accept responsibility and have the ability to work independently.
• Strong business focus, critical thinking, process orientation and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills. Must have high energy and enthusiasm and be comfortable presenting in front of groups.
• Must be able to work under stress, handle difficult situations, and juggle multiple priorities.
• This job requires skills needed in a typical office environment. This includes computer skills, as well as utilization of office equipment.

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