Training Assistant

Job Title: Training Assistant

Industry: Nonprofit / Human Services

Location: Montgomery Village, MD

Assignment Type : Contract-to-Hire

Pay: $24 – $26 / hour

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Fully onsite | Occasional Saturday support as needed for training sessions

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit organization seeking a Training Assistant to support its learning and development operations. This organization provides community-based services and support programs and is looking for an organized, proactive professional to help coordinate employee training initiatives and onboarding processes.

Job Description:

The Training Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to the training department while helping ensure employees complete required onboarding and compliance training in a timely manner. This individual will work closely with multiple departments, assist with scheduling and logistics, maintain training records, and support ongoing communication related to learning initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate training schedules, room setup, materials, and day-to-day logistics
• Support onboarding by guiding new hires through required training processes and timelines
• Maintain accurate training records and assist with reporting in the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Monitor certification and recertification deadlines to support compliance efforts
• Draft, edit, and distribute internal training communications and documentation
• Assist trainers with classroom preparation and audiovisual setup
• Communicate regularly with HR, managers, and department leaders regarding training needs
• Perform administrative support tasks and assist with special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of administrative, office support, or coordination experience
• Prior training, onboarding, or compliance support experience preferred
• DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) experience is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with LMS platforms, CRM systems, or large databases
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including Excel reporting and tracking
• Familiarity with Outlook, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and OneDrive preferred
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Additional Details:

• Team size: 3
• Reports to: Director of Training
• One in-person interview required (possible follow-up)
• Start date: ASAP
• Fully onsite opportunity
• Client is open to candidates from a variety of professional backgrounds if administrative experience is strong
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with leadership are important for success in this role

Perks:

• Opportunity for long-term conversion
• Collaborative and mission-focused work environment
• Exposure to cross-functional operations and leadership teams
• Stable full-time schedule

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.