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SalaryWest Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Hybrid Training and Development Specialist
About the Opportunity
The Training and Development Specialist is responsible for creating and conducting training programs for the University system. The Training and Development Specialist partners with the Purpose Center to deliver CliftonStrengths to our staff across campus. They will also have responsibility for creating team building sessions and assisting our leaders through engagement and culture building.
At WVU, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
- 18 sick days per year
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible non-classified staff position)
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
- Wellness programs
This position is hybrid, with the expectation of a schedule that includes onsite and work from home opportunity. This position is expected to work the hours needed to meet professional responsibilities.
What you'll do:
Works in collaboration with the Manager, Training and Development to create engagement and team building tools for leaders as well as training on how to build a cohesive team and foster a positive culture.
Collaborates with the Purpose Center to facilitate CliftonStrengths sessions with staff across campus, including the regional campuses. Obtains Gallup certification and is a subject matter expert in strengths. Able to coach an individual on their specific strengths and how to navigate in their specific role.
Assists in the development of leadership essentials and tools to continue a culture of accountability. Collaborates with the Manager and Senior Training and Development Specialist on surveys and needs of the institution to develop and plan.
Works in partnership with the Senior Training and Development Specialist to launch the Culture Survey as well as the tools and communications around the survey.
Lead the 360 leadership review process and how and when the program is utilized for a leader
Develops training session for individual contributors to be delivered in a variety of formats.
Other duties as assigned by Director, Employee Relations.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required in organizational development/leadership, human resources, or related field.
Experience:
2 years of experience in training
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of curriculum and instructional design and application for effective adult learning.
Knowledge of developing training sessions for employees.
Organizational and intrapersonal skills with acute attention to detail.
Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate cross functionally.
Ability to learn the University’s organizational structure, strategic plan, priorities, mission, and vision.
Knowledge of Learning Management Systems.
Ability to effectively plan, organize, develop, and implement comprehensive employee development programs.
At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.
From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley — the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.
Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU’s academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches, and experiences.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
