The Training and Development Specialist demonstrates extensive knowledge in implementing and conducting training and development programs for employees. This role involves developing engaging training content that align with the organization’s goals, representing the organizations mission and values, and leveraging advanced instructional design techniques and technologies. This role requires an individual with excellent communication skills, great people skills, and a high attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have a general understanding of HR practices, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other HR professionals and University leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute comprehensive training modules that align with the organization’s strategic goals and objectives, represent the organizations mission, vision and values in all public speaking engagements.  
• Incorporate advanced instructional design techniques and utilize a blend of Canva, Canvas, Articulate and other digital platforms.  
• Research, designs, and creates high-quality instructional content for training and development programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices. 
• Develops and Designs survey data using Qualtrics for training and development needs, conduct in-depth evaluations of training programs and initiatives to assess their effectiveness, impact, and alignment with organizational goals, present data in a digestible format.  
• Leverage advanced learning technologies and tools to enhance training delivery and tracking, stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in learning and development to introduce innovative solutions. 
• Facilitate high level, engaging, interactive, virtual and in-person training sessions for employees across the organization, adapt training methods to meet diverse learning styles and organizational needs.  
• Maintain an innovative and adaptable attitude, with a commitment to continuous learning and development.  
• Strictly adhere’ s to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.  
• Aligns with training and developments strategic plan of implementing a biblical worldview to university training.   
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission and values.   
• All other duties assigned.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES  

·         This position does not require supervision of other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

• 5-7 years of related experience  
• A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial / Organizational Psychology, Learning Technologies, or a related field 
• Master’s degree in human resources, educational technologies, information services or related field preferred  
• Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) from the Association for Talent Development (ATD) or other relevant certifications in instructional design, e-learning, or training technologies are preferred 
• Certifications in specific digital tools and platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, Articulate, Canvas, Canva) preferred 
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) preferred but not required 
• Proven experience in instructional design and development, with a strong focus on utilizing advanced digital platforms (e.g., Canva, Canvas, Articulate) to create interactive and engaging training content. 
• Proven experience facilitating both virtual and in-person training sessions, including experience adapting content and delivery methods to meet diverse learning styles and needs. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with focus on Excel, Word and PowerPoint.  
• Experience using Qualtrics or similar tools to develop and design surveys, collect data, and conduct comprehensive evaluations of training programs. Ability to analyze and present data in a clear, digestible format to demonstrate program impact and effectiveness. 
•  Experience managing training projects from conception to execution, including coordinating with stakeholders, managing timelines, and delivering results aligned with strategic goals.   

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

• Ability to create engaging, learner-centered training content using advanced instructional design techniques and digital tools such as Canva, Canvas, and Articulate. 
• High level of proficiency in using various