Organizational Development and Training Specialist

Organizational Development and Training Specialist Job Code: 2026-757 Branch/Department: Human Resources-Towson FT/PT Status: Regular Full Time Salary range: $ 75,343-$ 107,215 At BCPL, staff members have the opportunity to enrich individual lives and build strong communities by delivering exceptional customer experiences, establishing meaningful partnerships, and creating innovative learning spaces. We seek enthusiastic, open-minded, self-motivated individuals who can work well independently and with others. BCPL circulates over 10 million items and provides library services through its 19 branches, 4 mobile library vehicles, and an extensive outreach network. If you are forward thinking and passionate about public service, consider joining BCPL in this position. Schedule: This is a full-time position working40 hours a week. All library administrative staff may be required to workevenings, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout the year as operationally needed. Job Summary: Under the direction of the HumanResources Director, the Organizational Development and Training Specialistassesses organizational needs by collecting and analyzing data on workforcecapabilities, performance trends, and skill gaps. Designs, implements, andevaluates learning and organizational development initiatives using a varietyof delivery methods. Leads efforts to enhance organizational effectivenessthrough initiatives such as change management, team development, processimprovement, leadership development, and culture-building strategies. Partnerswith leaders to align talent development with strategic goals and drivecontinuous improvement across the organization. Monitors training outcomes,supports workforce capability building, and ensures compliance with requiredcertifications and regulatory standards. Essential Functions Design, develop, and deliver learning andorganizational development programs (e.g., leadership, professionaldevelopment, technical skills, team building) using diverse methods such asworkshops, e-learning, webinars, and on-the-job training. Conduct needs assessments and analyze data toidentify skill gaps and align development initiatives with organizationalgoals. Partner with HR and organizational leaders todrive employee engagement, performance improvement, and organizationaleffectiveness strategies. Lead and support change management initiatives,including training plans and communication strategies. Facilitate onboarding and orientation programsto support successful employee integration. Promote a positive, values-driven culturethrough targeted training and organizational development efforts. Evaluate program effectiveness using feedback,metrics, and performance data; continuously improve learning solutions. Provide coaching and guidance to leaders tostrengthen leadership capability and team performance. Lead or contribute to cross-functional projectsrelated to talent development, engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Manage employee recognition and appreciationprograms, ensuring alignment with organizational values and engagement goals. Develop and implement strategies to enhanceemployee engagement and morale, using feedback and data to identifyopportunities and drive continuous improvement. Manage external training resources/vendors and ensurebudget, timeline, and quality standards are met. Oversee training administration, includingcompliance tracking, certifications, learning management system (LMS)coordination, and support for related programs and staff. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Bachelor’sdegreeinPublicAdministration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, HumanResources, or a related field. Minimumof seven (7) years’ of progressively professional experience in workforce development and talentmanagement within the human resources setting; at least two (2) years ofwhich must include experience in planning, assessing, designing,delivering and evaluating a varietyof complex training and/or organizational initiatives pertaining to organizational goals. Minimum of two (2)years’ experience as an administrator of LMS software and associated e-learningcourseware. *Applicants for this position will remain in consideration for any Organizational Development and Training position openings at this location within the next six months and do not need to reapply.* This position is open until filled. We have a 14 step pay scale. Internal applicants starting pay varies based on their current step on the salary scale. We also offer, as appropriate, overtime pay, comp. time, and differential pay. The Library offers an excellent benefits package that includes pay holidays, 20 vacation days, 15 sick days, and seven personal days per year. In addition the Library also offers health, dental, vision, life, voluntary long-term disability, pension, deferred compensation, an employee assistance program, flex spending, and Commuter Choice parking and transit accounts. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baltimore County Public Library