Learning & Development Specialist

Salary: $65,090.73 - $86,245.22 Annually
Location : The David Hankerson Building Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05242
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 113


Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to train new and existing employees regarding County policies, to coordinate the County's professional and personal development programs, and to administer the County's tuition assistance program.

Essential Functions
Conducts professional development and compliance training for employees and supervisors, both in person and virtually: facilitates sessions by outlining course objectives, delivering course content, encouraging participation; and assessing audience understanding and retention.

Administers tuition assistance program: processing and reviewing applications based on criteria; present applications to committee; calculate expenses and reimbursement rates; inform applicants of acceptance or rejection; process payments; and monitor grades and progress.

Develops programs and curriculum for the training needs of County employees and supervisors: researches a range of subjects, such as legal issues in management, employee supervision and motivation, equity programs, customer service, and conflict management; researches a range of subjects, such as legal issues in management; designs course content and materials, including course calendars; and coordinates and schedules programs.

Prepares various reports, promotional materials, and documents related to learning and development programs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Human Resources, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in training or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local, State or Federal government experience
• Instructional design experience
• LMS; technically savvy experience
• Training-related certifications such as MBTI, DISC, John Maxwell, and any others

Licenses and Certifications


Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Physical Abilities


Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01


I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

02


I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

03


Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?

• Yes
• No

05


Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire) : Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

06


If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
07


How many years of professional experience do you have delivering training or working in a closely related field?

• Less than three years
• Three to four years
• Five to Seven years
• Eight or more years
• No experience

08


Which of the following types of training experience do you have? (Select all that apply)

• Compliance or policy training (FMLA, EEO, ethics, etc.)
• Professional development or leadership training
• Employee onboarding or orientation
• Technical skills training
• Other
• None

09


If you selected other in the above question, please specify. Enter N/A if not applicable.
10


Please describe your experience developing and delivering training programs. Include the subject areas, audience size, and delivery methods (in-person, virtual, blended). See resume will not be accepted as an answer. Enter N/A if not applicable.
11


List any training-related certifications you hold (e.g., MBTI, DISC, John Maxwell, ATD CPLP/APTD, SHRM Training & Development Specialty Credential). If none, enter N/A.
12


Select the Microsoft software(s) with which you have specific experience in using. (Select all that apply)

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook (E-mail, scheduling & Calendar)
• None

13


Do you have professional experience working in a Local, State, or Federal government environment?

• Yes
• No

14


If yes, please briefly describe your role, responsibilities, and how your experience in a government environment has prepared you for this position. See resume will not be accepted as an answer. Enter N/A if not applicable.
15


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

16


If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application . Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

• Yes
• No

Required Question