What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Training Specialist position at EASTER SEALS NORTH GEORGIA?
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Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Training Specialist is responsible for coordinating the Easter Seals Training Program and Employee
Performance Program.
SUMMARY:
The Training Specialist is responsible for the coordination of the Easter Seals Training Program to include
needs assessment, Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), organizational training, licensing and accreditation
staff requirements, employee orientations, and training budget management. This position also may
present training modules as deemed appropriate. Aside from the Easter Seals Training Program, this
incumbent shall also manage the Employee Performance Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to):
* Identify curriculum needs by conducting research among child development center and corporate
office staff
* Recommend instructional strategies
* Work with supervisors to balance training needs with requirements
* Create, update, and maintain curriculum designs that meet company needs
* Facilitate strategic training programs
* Maintain a thorough knowledge of regulatory, industry, and company requirements regarding
training and personnel
* Prepare course material and facilitate presentation of material for training classes
* Provide training to affected staff regarding changes in policy and procedure or other operational
changes
* Coordinate training schedule
* Maintain complete and accurate records on training attendance
* Respond to requests for training-related information and documents
* Provide annual “refresher” training to all staff, as required/needed
* Determine the effectiveness of training programs
* Design, develop, and facilitate new hire orientation to include company background information,
health and safety requirements, policies and procedures, and other company expectations
* Participate in the budgeting process to ensure that proper resources, materials, and training
opportunities will be made available
* Coordinate and monitor the Training Department budget
* Manage system to ensure staff meets licensing and accreditation requirements for training and
qualifications
* Manage Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
* Manage the Employee Performance Program
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - HR Training Specialist:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field and one (1) year of professional human resource
experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of progressively responsible human
resource experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Proficiency designing and presenting materials using multimedia applications
* Knowledge of adult learning concepts
* Creative problem solving skills
* Effective coaching, counseling, and communication skills
* Knowledge of principles of Employee Performance review systems.
* Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of associates
* Ability to convey technical information to others
* Ability to collaborate with all levels of employees
* Computer-based training experience
* Strong analytical, technical, and organizational skills
* Supervisory skills
* Entrepreneurial spirit
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Ability to identify money, manpower, materials, technology, and resources necessary for projects
