Learning & Development Specialist

The Learning and Development Specialist will play an instrumental role in the effectiveness of training delivered to the RPM Consumer Group.

They will ensure programs are aligned with organizational and functional strategy and objectives. They will build human capital through employee development programs.

Measures and reports on effectiveness of programs and identifies areas for improvement.

They will work with a team to implement learning journeys and training programs with the goal to improve participants. 

This position will partner with internal business departments, HR business partners, and subject matter experts to perform needs assessments, provide learning and development expertise and create and deliver learning and development programs that increase individual and organizational performance. 

This individual will be a strong communicator and bring a high level of attention to detail to the team.

This person will be a team player that brings a willingness to grow and learn. 

RESPONSIBILITIES


* Learning Culture and Engagement:
+ Assist to formulate and implement learning and development programs based on the business and organizational needs. 
+ Fully understand features and designs of complex learning and development programs and effectively deploy to achieve desired business outcomes.
+ Demonstrate best practices and methodology in each phase of the training lifecycle; assessment, design, develop, implementation, and evaluation (i.e.

conducting a learning needs analysis, crafting skill assessments, creating design storyboards, architecting design frameworks, etc.)
+ Create a diverse range of instructional materials and enablement collateral –including presentation materials, participant guides, storyboarding, simulations, social learning, video content, games, etc.
+ Create, launch, analyze, and report on training surveys. 
+ Evaluate needs to identify critical areas of opportunity for developmental improvements.
+ Stay abreast of latest developments in learning trends, changes in learning theory, and developments in learning technology. 


* Partner Collaboration:
+ Identify learning needs, skills gaps and create a plan to address these needs.
+ Work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to design training programs, determine most effective delivery method, and implement the programs. 
+ Work with team to manage learning partners and other vendors.
+ Collaborate to drive the vision and strategy for leadership and professional development. 
+ Communicate needs of business partners and be able to gain buy in from management to assist in the development of learning strategy. 


* Communication:
+ Play a large role in executing the overall communication strategy. 
+ Communicate the effectiveness of training programs and listen to feedback to make needed adjustments to train...