Training and Development Specialist

69 Grove St, Worcester, MA 01605, United States | Administration - Worcester, MA | Hourly | 24.04-28.84 per hour | Full Time

Do you enjoy helping others succeed in their jobs?

Veterans Inc. is seeking a motivated and organized individual who can help ensure our employees possess the knowledge and skills and competencies necessary to support both the mission and strategic objectives of Veterans Inc.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following duties are essential to the successful performance of this position. Incumbents must be able to perform all of the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Incumbents may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assist with organizational training needs assessments in collaboration with Directors, Division Managers, Program Managers, Regional Managers, and other organizational leaders to identify workforce skill gaps and learning priorities.

• Assists with designing and implementing training programs and materials tailored to individual needs of programs including scope of services, grant compliance, and best practices. Creates and updates training schedules and assists with onboarding of new staff. Assists Director or Regional/Division managers with development, implementation, and tracking of performance improvement training and support.

• Assist with designing, developing and continuously updating curricula, i nstructional materials, and learning resources that support organizational goals and evolving grant, regulatory, accreditation, and operational requirements.

• Maintain and administer the organization's learning management processes, including employee training records, required certifications, continuing education requirements, and compliance with mandatory funding imposed and agency requirements.

• Maintain a comprehensive catalog of approved training resources, instructional materials, and continuing education opportunities relevant to the diverse roles throughout the organization.

• Coordinate internal and external training opportunities, including scheduling instructors, securing training approvals, and managing employee participation in required and elective professional development activities.

• Assist with onboarding activities including standardized onboarding, role-specific, leadership, compliance, and continuing education training programs. Assist in delivery of instructor-led, virtual, and blended learning programs as appropriate while utilizing the adult learning model and evidence-based instructional practices.

• Organize and maintain most recent policies, procedures, instructional guides, and documentation related to organizational training and development initiatives.

• Prepare reports and maintain documentation related to training completion, compliance, continuing education, and organizational learning metrics.

• Create and maintain thorough assessments, participant feedback, performance metrics, and organizational outcomes, recommending modifications to improve learning effectiveness.

• Participate in organizational committees, meetings, strategic planning initiatives, and special projects related to workforce development and organizational effectiveness.

• Other duties as assigned related to the overall mission of Veterans Inc.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or related field required.

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in training coordination, policy design and implementation, human resources, or related role or equivalent military experience.

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience working in a non-profit environment, preferably in an administrative capacity.

• Outstanding communication skills and strong interpersonal skills, including techniques for positive motivation, handling difficult people, and teamwork.

• Knowledge of assigned community and the resources available to those in need of services.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:

• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

• $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.

• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Paid Parental Leave

For more information, or to apply now; visit our website ( . Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page ( . Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed.

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact View email address on click.appcast.io .

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.