Training Specialist jobs in Portland, OR

Training Specialist Job Description

Training Specialist with strong communication and writing abilities. 

We have started the 3rd phase of a compliance software implementation project and are seeking to add an organized and experienced training lead to join our organization.  In this position, you will use your exceptional training program design skills and adult learning expertise to develop the training strategy and accompanying materials, as well as manage the training delivery, including facilitating the training of end users on how to use the software tool we are implementing.   

Training Specialist Responsibilities include:  

•             Leading a needs assessment as well as the design and implementation of learning solutions for compliance personnel and end users, to facilitate effective compliance tracking and documentation using the new software. 

•             Writing or editing content, developing format, reviewing layout, securing needed reviews and publishing materials. 

•             Creating and delivering a training development plan complete with materials, tutorials, instructions, manuals and learning resources, including live/online delivery and recorded computer-based e-learning trainings based on software product vendor provided train-the-trainer training and materials. 

•             Aligning training material, communications and approved templates to brand concepts and standards. 

•             Facilitating or leading a team of facilitators/SMEs for instructor-led training, establishing group norms, adapting content to participant needs, ensuring emotional safety, and leading discussions and activities. 

•             Collaborating with the project team, internal stakeholders, and subject matter experts via the Microsoft Teams platform. 

•             Developing, adapting and disseminating information via designated channels on training resources pre and post go-live. 

•             Identifying future training needs. 

•             Acting as a resource for colleagues with less experience. 

•             Meeting the timelines for the project to facilitate the delivery of high-quality, effective training. 

Required Skills 

8 years of related training experience and a Bachelor's Degree. At least 3 years of technical training experience.

Top 3 Must-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills):          

1. Communications and change-management experience is a plus 

2. savvy content development 

3. program management experience 

Top 3 Nice-To-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills)       

1. strong communication skills 

2. a confident speaker 

3. out-of-the-box innovative problem-solving skills