Training Specialist

Are you a Learning & Development guru? Interested in moving the training needle forward by developing, designing & delivering high impact training sessions? We may have the perfect role for you! JCFS Chicago is looking for a part-time Training Specialist to help meet the evolving needs of our organization. This position is part of the People & Culture (previously Human Resources) team.

What you'll do:

• Conduct content needs assessments and establish learning objectives in consultation with leaders.
• Design and develop course content that is appealing, effective, and tailored to specific role requirements and people and culture initiatives
• Test, publish, and evaluate online training content in the LMS, utilizing data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify and utilize tools and resources to track internal and external completions and maintain records.
• Work with the Learning and Development Assistant to launch and monitor new hire and annual training activities. Makes sure L&D Assistant maintains records, tracks training and provides reports.
• Makes recommendations for the best application of technology in designing, delivery, and evaluation of programs.
• Keeps abreast of and remains current on the latest industry technology, tools and trends in e-learning education and instructional media.
• Design and deliver skill-focused training through workshops, webinars, instructional videos and guides using instructional design methods.
• Makes sure the L&D department maintains records of learning activities, attendance, assessments, and retraining requirements, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Works with the Quality Accreditation and Credentialing department to ensure that our training courses meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Supervise Learning and Development Assistant, who handles administrative tasks such as course enrollment, design schedules, availability of space, and equipment and serves as the system administrator for the Learning Management System (LMS), UKG Pro Learning.
• Manage the Learning and Development budget.

What we require:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Training and Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design or a related field preferred.
• Four years of solid background in training and professional development, planning and facilitation with specific skills in instructional design and online learning platforms
• At least two-years supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Keen customer service skills which include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving
• Strong technical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize duties, and use good judgment.
• Build inclusive partnership with subject matter experts (SMEs), stakeholders, and leaders throughout the project process
• Uses Microsoft Office (e.g. Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and collaboration tools for online learning, such as Articulate.

This is a non-union position.

What you'll love about us:

• Time off: Paid time off varies by position - can include vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.
• Compensation: The starting compensation for this position is $33 per hour.

EEO Statement:

Jewish Child and Family Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. JCFS prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org