Employee Development Specialist jobs in Appleton, WI

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a HR Employee Development Specialist can change yours.

As a HR Employee Development Specialist, you are responsible for facilitating the delivery and evaluation of learning events that drive growth of employees along with supporting learning and development program initiatives.  This position will be responsible for managing logistics and leading on-site training events, supporting the development of internal training programs, administering internal developmental programs, and conducting training sessions.  Additionally, this position would provide support to talent management initiatives such as the performance review process and employee development plans.  It is essential to be positive and self-motivated with a high degree of responsibility, confidentiality, and accountability to be successful in the role.  Must present themselves in a professional manner in all interactions, work under limited supervision, and have a passion for helping others learn new skills that will help them grow in their careers.

Why Michels?

• We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.  Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.  

Why you?

• You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You pride yourself on your planning and organizational skills
• You exceed in your ability to handle multiple projects at once.

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, 7 years’ experience in HR, training, or related experience, or equivalent combination
• Advanced MS Office Suite skills
• Talent development experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong graphic design ability
• Curriculum design and development experience (preferred)

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability