Talent Development Specialist

DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Talent Development Specialist creates training materials and delivers talent development programs that enhance employee capability and organizational performance. In partnership with other talent development staff, this role helps identify skill gaps, designs training programs, and implements solutions that foster strategic professional growth and development in support of business strategies and workforce planning goals. The specialist ensures employees have the knowledge, tools, and capabilities needed to excel in their roles and contribute to organizational success.

The role delivers leadership and professional development training, supports the organization’s mentorship program, assesses training needs, evaluates program effectiveness, maintains learning documentation, and integrates relevant industry trends and best practices into training programs. The schedule is regular, 40 hours per week, with travel listed as less than 25–40%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in talent development, training, or related fields.
• Understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, modern training methodologies, and virtual facilitation tools.
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) and other training technologies.
• Professional certifications such as APTD, CPTD, DiSC, or SHRM.

Responsibilities

• Deliver leadership development training for current and potential leaders, including workshops, seminars, and coaching sessions.
• Design and facilitate professional development sessions that support career growth, progression, and continuous learning.
• Support management of the organization’s mentorship program, including effective mentor-mentee connections and program outcomes.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and areas for improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate training program effectiveness, gather feedback, and recommend and implement adjustments.
• Maintain accurate reporting, documentation, and tracking of learning activities, progress, and program participation.
• Stay current with talent development trends and best practices, integrating relevant methodologies, technologies, and practices into training programs.
• Develop own skills and maintain knowledge in the relevant field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership program eligibility beginning on the first day of employment, with an ESOP contribution targeted at 6% of annual compensation.
• Company-paid parental leave.
• Generous time-off package.
• Multiple benefit plans, with eligibility beginning on the first day of employment.
• Work/life balance and employee wellness focus.

What This Job Offers

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