(Hybrid) Senior Training and Development Specialist - Talent and Culture

West Virginia University • West Virginia, WV

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Leadership and Organizational Development within the Division of Talent and Culture at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Senior Training and Development Specialist. Reporting to the Manager of Leadership & Organizational Development, the Senior Training and Development Specialist leads the facilitation and design of impactful training, including enterprise learning programs and custom engagements, supports administration of the Learning Management System, and fosters connection across the WVU community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in organizational development, human resources, management, or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in training or group facilitation
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
• Advanced knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating training sessions for employees.
• Advanced knowledge of Learning Management Systems.
• Skilled in public speaking and group facilitation to support effective adult learning, including fostering participation, engagement and practical application.
• Organizational and intrapersonal skills with acute attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and visualize learning data (e.g., participation, feedback, outcomes).
• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate cross functionally.
• Ability to learn the University’s organizational structure, strategic plan, priorities, mission, and vision.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience in administration of Workday LMS.

Responsibilities

• Serves as facilitator for in-person and virtual training sessions across campus, delivering engaging, inclusive, and outcome-driven learning experiences.
• Owns, develops and delivers enterprise learning programs for a variety of audiences including new employees, individual contributors and leaders.
• Partners with the Manager and LOD team to scope, design, and lead complex, high-visibility learning engagements.
• Establishes evaluation frameworks and leverages data to assess effectiveness, inform decisions, and continuously improve offerings.
• Consults with HR teams and University leaders to assess needs and propose development solutions that address organizational goals.
• Develops tools and resources related to performance management, feedback, onboarding, and appreciation.
• Drives marketing and communication strategies that raise awareness of and participation in learning opportunities. Partners with the Strategic Communications and Marketing team to align communication and materials with WVU’s brand identity.
• Promotes a culture of engagement at WVU by creating environments where connection is a natural outcome.
• Supports administration of Learning Management System (Workday) and acts as point-of-contact for campus Learning Partners who host learning on the LMS.
• Provides mentorship within the LOD team, elevating quality and consistency of learning delivery.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager, LOD.

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6%25 employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks.
• Wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior