Learning and Development Specialist II (Full-Time)

MBP•Williamsburg, VA

13d•$65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

MBP is seeking a passionate Learning and Development Specialist II to support and deliver engaging training programs, maintain learning technology, and collaborate with teams to create impactful content. This role involves overseeing the coordination of key internal learning initiatives, managing the Learning Management System (LMS), and partnering with subject-matter experts to enhance training content and processes, ultimately promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Requirements

Prior experience with backend functions of a Learning Management System, including user management, content uploads, and troubleshooting.
Successful track record of completing multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
Demonstrated collaboration with cross-functional teams, including instructional designers and subject-matter experts.
Experience facilitating both virtual and in-person training sessions.
Background analyzing training effectiveness and implementing content improvements based on learner feedback.
Bachelor's degree in applied sciences, Education, Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources, or related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience.
Instructional Design and Learning Management System technical expertise.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize in ambiguous situations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Capability to create interactive training content using authoring tools.
Technical proficiency with Microsoft Excel (Data Validation, Charts/Graphs) and PowerPoint (cameo, voice-over, animation, transitions).
Advanced project management and organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent tasks.
Strong attention to detail, follow-up, and organizational discipline.
Resourceful, innovative approach to problem-solving and recommending effective actions.
Operates under strategic guidance provided by the Director of Learning and Professional Development.
Expected to approach assignments with professional maturity and use independent judgment on course content and LMS tasks within established guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Engineering, Construction Management, or A/E/C terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Support course creation by loading and updating content in the Learning Management System, creating assessments, resolving technical issues, and monitoring learner progress.
Collaborate with instructional designers and subject-matter experts to enhance and update programs.
Facilitate tutorials and training about LMS features, maintaining administrator accounts and access.
Develop interactive courses using tools that incorporate presentations, audio, video, gamification, assessments, and exams.
Analyze course evaluations to identify improvements for training programs.
Coordinate logistics for learning sessions, including communication, invitations, registration maintenance, training record updates, and distribution of evaluations.
Manage evaluation data input and maintain report archives for Lunch-n-Learn and RCEP platform reporting.
Assist with activation and deactivation of accounts across vendor platforms.
Organize MBP Principles Workshop logistics such as agendas, presenters, and participant arrangements.