Talent Development Specialist - Clarksville TN
About The Position
At Altra Federal Credit Union, we believe in people helping people. As a member-focused, not‑for‑profit financial cooperative, our mission is to enrich lives—not only for our members, but for our employees as well. We invest in our team with the same care and commitment we give our members, and we’re excited to add a Talent Development Specialist to support our growing Clarksville, TN market. The Talent Development Specialist plays a vital role in supporting employee growth, engagement, and performance across the credit union. In this role, you’ll design, deliver, and evaluate learning and development programs that promote professional growth, leadership development, and alignment with our organizational goals. You’ll partner closely with HR and department leaders to foster a culture of continuous learning and meaningful career progression.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years of experience in talent development, learning and development or related experience required.
- Strong training, sales and financial services background required; technical training experience preferred.
- Proven competency in adult learning principles, instructional design, and learning technologies.
- Strong facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development or a related field preferred.
- Trainer Certificate preferred.
- Understanding of credit union operations or financial services industry a plus.
Responsibilities
- Primarily responsible for training staff in member service operations, membership services, and other relevant roles, ensuring effective learning for all employees by accommodating diverse learning styles.
- Design, develop, and facilitate engaging learning experiences including onboarding, compliance training, technical skills, soft skills, and leadership development programs.
- Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and leadership teams to assess learning needs and align development strategies with organizational priorities.
- Support performance management processes by providing coaching and training to leaders and employees.
- Evaluate learning effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and performance metrics; provide actionable insights for improvement.
- Stay current with industry best practices and trends in learning and development, especially those relevant to financial services and credit unions.
Benefits
- Competitive starting annual pay, based on previous experience.
- When bilingual in Spanish or Hmong, receive a $1.00 per hour pay premium after completing and passing the language exam.
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical / dental / vision coverage, group life insurance, and supplemental life insurance options.
- Up to a 6% Employer-matched 401(k) + additional 3% employer contribution.
- Two-weeks paid sabbatical every five years worked, plus four-week paid sabbatical at twenty years!
- Paid time off, volunteer time off, paid holidays, and your birthday off (paid)!
- Employee-only perks and discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
