Learning and Development Specialist

Job Description

Position Overview:
Monogram Foods is seeking a dynamic and experienced Organizational Development Specialist to join our team in the role of Learning and Performance. As an integral part of our organization, the successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing employee skills, knowledge, and performance through the development and delivery of engaging training programs.

Responsibilities
Training Program Development:

• Create and design training programs using tools such as PowerPoint, Articulate 360, and Canva.
• Develop innovative and interactive training materials that align with organizational goals.
• Assist in the development of comprehensive onboarding, new manager, and leadership development programs.

Multimedia Skills:

• Utilize multimedia tools to enhance training content, including video editing for a more dynamic learning experience.
• Incorporate visual elements into presentations to ensure a high level of engagement.

Facilitation:

• Conduct training sessions and workshops for employees at various levels.
• Facilitate interactive and participative learning experiences to maximize knowledge retention.

Needs Assessment:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to conduct training needs assessments and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze performance gaps and recommend appropriate learning solutions.

Evaluation and Feedback:

• Implement assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of training programs.
• Gather feedback from participants and stakeholders to continuously improve learning initiatives.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure training programs align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather insights and expertise for training content.
• Supports programming and development opportunities of Monogram Foods’ internship programs.

Vendor Relations:

• Support learning and development vendor relations to ensure the availability of quality external training resources.
• Evaluate and recommend external training partners for specific organizational needs.

LMS and LXP Administration:

• Administer learning management systems (LMS) and learning experience platforms (LXP), including LinkedIn Learning.
• Ensure seamless access to training materials and track employee progress.

Performance Review Support:

• Support the performance review process by providing training and resources to employees and managers.
• Collaborate with HR to align learning initiatives with performance goals.
• Tracks and analyzes performance review metrics to support continuous improvement of performance management initiatives. 

NOTE:  This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
 

The ideal candidate will have:

Education and Experience:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering training programs.
• Proficiency in using PowerPoint, Articulate 360, and Canva for content creation.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Products, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Excel
• Preferred experience in video editing.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Competencies and Skills:
Collaboration, Multi-media and course building skills, ability to track and analyze success of trainings and programs, and facilitation skills.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to travel to site locations (10%)
• Ability to deliver training presentations to groups or individuals
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule

NOTE:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.