Edmonton Catholic Schools Looking for Training & Development Specialist at Edmonton, AB Full Time

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 44,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

Training & Development Specialist

The primary responsibility of the job is to identify, design and implement leading-edge training and development opportunities focusing on employee and leadership development.

The incumbent applies a general understanding of organizational development and HR competencies in supporting the implementation and delivery of leadership development Division-wide.

In collaboration with Leadership Support Services, the incumbent leads the development of engaging learning products that can be delivered virtually, in-person setting or via e-learning. The incumbent supports the delivery of wellness initiative through Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Unit staff.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Contribute to short- and long-term strategic planning
• Participate in creation and development of a vision for organizational learning
• Provide input into budget planning process
• Develop and implement plans by defining scope, markers, deliverables, outcomes and end results
• Design and develop strategic training plans for staff
• Identify proactive strategies, including succession planning, to address gaps before becoming problematic
• Conduct assessments – undertake organizational, task and employee analysis, to identify needs
• Research, design or procure identified training and development initiatives
• Implement and deliver sessions and in-services based on initiatives
• Evaluate effectiveness, relevance of sessions
• Lead team by implementing best practices and training plan
• Provide guidance, support, feedback and development to team members
• Identify gaps in knowledge, skills and experience
• Research and Identify opportunities for future learning and development
• Identify opportunities to enhance team synergy
• Consult and collaborate with managers and administrators to design, implement and evaluate initiatives
• Provide vision, guidance, and innovative and strategic direction
• Manage Division-wide communication of professional and training development opportunities
• Manage partnerships with post-secondary institutions
• Manage relationships with schools and departments to achieve goals and objectives
• Partner with Human Resource Services (HRS) managers to plan and develop modules
• Source, coordinate and deliver HRS learning products including supervision, leadership, staffing, performance evaluation and employee relations management
• Solicit feedback from module participants
• Collect and analyze program data with a vision for improvement and to establish success criteria
• Generate reports and develop recommendations for improvement
• Report on completion, success rates, and delivery methods to leadership and staff
• Maintain technical knowledge and professional credentials through a range of activities

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

Degree in Human Resource Management or related area, plus five years related experience

• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) or Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP) an asset
• In-depth knowledge of adult learning and teaching techniques and principles
• In-depth knowledge of key components of training and development: Strategic Planning, Best Practices, Needs Assessment, Design and Development, Training Delivery and Evaluation
• Knowledge of project management principles and records management practices including Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Legislation
• Knowledge of program development and presentation techniques and principles
• Working knowledge of Human Resource functional areas
• Knowledge of workplace safety and an awareness of Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Knowledge of the education environment
• General knowledge of department and Division’s programs, operations and business
• Advanced oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate complex information to a wide-base of clients and stakeholders
• Advanced presentation skills with the ability to relate to a varied audience
• Advanced project management and negotiation skills
• Advanced consultation and needs assessment skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decision making
• Strong research and analysis skills
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team of professionals
• Strong time management skills and the ability to balance conflicting priorities

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and Inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.

Due to high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program as part of its total compensation package, based on contract status.

Prior to employment, successful candidates will be required to submit Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check documents.

Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.