Learning & Development Specialist II (Hybrid)

Lower Colorado River Authority • Austin, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Do you enjoy creating meaningful learning experiences? Are you passionate about developing a culture of learning? We are seeking a driven Learning & Development Specialist to join our Water Learning & Development team. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to collaborate with technical experts and the L&D team. You will analyze learning needs and create custom learning solutions for our Water Operations and Water Resources departments. Our ideal candidate has a background in instructional design and project management, enabling them to take initiative and strive for excellence in their contributions. Ready to join a company that enhances the lives of the people it serves? Apply today! You will be trusted to: - Work closely with department managers to understand unique business performance gaps and learning needs. Lead collaborative efforts to develop ad hoc training solutions. - Ensure learning and development programs are engaging and relevant to employees in various work environments. - Manage a wide variety of day-to-day learning and development activities. - Utilize learning management systems to administer training. - Monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure maximum effectiveness.

Requirements

• Six or more years of experience in companywide and/or operational training and development programs or other relevant experience. A degree(s) in human resource management, business administration, or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a technical industry and/or developing technical training
• Experience in designing, developing, and delivering learning and development programs
• Skill in establishing credibility, trust, and partnership at all levels of the organization
• Advanced skill in effectively partnering with leaders to design ad hoc/custom learning and development solutions
• Advanced communication skills, including verbal and written to all levels of an organization
• Skill in using learning management systems
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Articulate 360 and Camtasia

Responsibilities

• Work closely with department managers to understand unique business performance gaps and learning needs. Lead collaborative efforts to develop ad hoc training solutions.
• Ensure learning and development programs are engaging and relevant to employees in various work environments.
• Manage a wide variety of day-to-day learning and development activities.
• Utilize learning management systems to administer training.
• Monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure maximum effectiveness.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness program including wellness incentive
• Extensive learning & development programs
• And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed