HR Specialist - Learning and Development

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

23h•$45,000

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. The HR Specialist – Learning and Development is responsible for effectively developing, coordinating, presenting, and tracking employee training. This position assesses developmental needs to drive training initiatives and arranges suitable training solutions for employees. This position is governed by state and federal laws as well as agency and institution policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business, Public Administration, or a directly related field
Three years of human resource experience
Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws
Ability to interpret and apply applicable state and federal laws
Ability to exercise and practice a high degree of discretion and to maintain confidential information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
Proven presentation skills are to include proficiency with technology and virtual training platforms
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to detail
Ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

Experience in employee training and development programs
Experience working in Higher Education preferred
Experience working with Workday
Experience with computer-based source management systems, such as Workday, preferred

Responsibilities

Develop effective training programs utilizing a variety of media sources and modify training programs as needed
Create assessment tools and evaluation processes
Conduct follow-up studies on all completed training to evaluate and measure results
Create and modify training materials (visual aids and presentations), as needed
Maintain the employee-training database for in-person and online training
Coordinate and track new employee orientation
Act as a resource for assistance with Workday Learning
Conduct surveys to identify employee-training needs
Plan, organize, and order supplies for employee training programs
Assist customers (applicants, students, staff, and visitors) in-person, on the phone, or via written communications, e.g., emails, etc., with timely and accurate responses to their inquiries
Other duties as assigned