HR Training and Development Specialist

SUMMARY

Consistent with the School's vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities, the HR Training Specialist plans, develops, coordinates, administers, and evaluates employee training and professional development programs. The position conducts organizational training needs assessments and develops training initiatives that support employee performance, professional growth, workplace safety, student safety, injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and the School's commitment to continuous learning.

Consistent with the School's vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities, the HR Training Specialist plans, develops, coordinates, administers, and evaluates employee training and professional development programs. The position conducts organizational training needs assessments and develops training initiatives that support employee performance, professional growth, workplace safety, student safety, injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and the School's commitment to continuous learning.

The HR Training Specialist has primary responsibility for coordinating the School's mandatory and specialized employee training programs, including student behavioral management, Safety-Care, First Aid/CPR, emergency preparedness, driver and transportation safety, professionalism, and new employee orientation. The position coordinates staff training and other professional development initiatives and ensures employees receive required certifications.

The position also monitors workers' compensation claims and workplace injuries, coordinates and/or conducts workplace injury investigations, analyzes injury trends, identifies opportunities for corrective action and prevention.

Plans and coordinates the School's comprehensive employee training and professional development program. Conducts organizational training needs assessments, identifies gaps in employee knowledge and skills, and develops recommendations and programs to address identified needs. Develops and maintains an annual training calendar and coordinates training schedules, instructors, facilities, materials, technology, communications, attendance, and completion records. Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs and recommends improvements based on organizational needs, employee feedback, compliance requirements, and training outcomes.

Coordinates required student behavioral management and safety programs, including Safety-Care, SC, Conscious Discipline, and other programs designated by the School. Manages initial certification and recertification schedules, coordinates qualified instructors and training resources, tracks employee participation and certification status, and ensures employees complete required training within established time frames. Coordinates additional training for new employees and employees requiring recertification.

Coordinates First Aid and CPR training, Evacu Trak annual refresher training, and other required health and safety programs. Ensures employees receive required training based on their job responsibilities and maintains appropriate certification and completion records. Coordinates driver and transportation safety training, including 3-D Driving, Lift Van, transportation safety equipment, car seat installation, and other transportation-related training. Coordinates safety spot checks and additional training as needed based on the School's field trip and transportation schedules.

Monitors workers' compensation claims and workplace injuries and coordinates…