Senior Training Specialist

Texas A&M University System•Prairie View, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Senior HR Training Specialist provides advance support in areas of Human Resources Training and Organizational Development (OD); is a strategic partner within the University; is instrumental in identifying training needs, and can develop, design, coordinate, facilitate, and monitor a wide range of training initiatives. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Four years of related experience.
Knowledge of creating training using the ADDIE Model.
Basic knowledge of Organizational Development principles and practices.
General knowledge of navigating in a Learning Management System (LMS)
Excellent Presentation Skills
Ability to assess training needs and objectives.
Ability to prioritize and organize tasks.
Ability to develop and maintain project timelines.
Ability to research trends and assimilate useful information.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, Human Resources Management, Organizational Leadership/Management, Business or Psychology.
Five or more years of related experience in Training and Organizational Development.
Comprehensive knowledge of training plans, curriculum, and training aids.
DDI, Achieve Global, or Franklin Covey certified facilitator.
Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, coordinates, facilitates, and monitors all training activities for the HR Training Academy Supervisory Training Series (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels.).
Establishes and publishes weekly, monthly, and annual supervisory training schedules and calendars.
Promotes training sessions within the University to increase program attendance and engagement.
Maintains training records, and attendance for supervisors.
Designs, develops, and maintains the Training and Development Webpage.
Generates monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and statistics on all HR Training Academy Supervisory Level initiatives.
Provides ongoing assessment of training needs and develops appropriate training plans and strategies.
Assists in planning, goal setting, developing, and identifying programs to meet future Training and OD initiatives.
Uses appropriate measurement and feedback tools such as Qualtrics, TrainTraq Learning Management System’s (LMS) Reports, etc., to evaluate the effectiveness of existing and new Training and OD initiative.
Provides advanced support in all areas of the HR Department.
Assists with Performance Evaluations (Training, Workday Process assistance, weekly, and monthly reports of incomplete evaluations).
Cultivates and maintains relationships with outside vendors and consultants to develop and schedule customized training experiences.
Remains current on Training and Development trends by being an active member of Texas A&M System Training Coordinators Network, maintaining membership in professional organizations, attending conferences, and training workshops etc.
Performs other duties as assigned.