Training and Development Advisor

Training and Development Advisor

• Contract Length: 12 Months
• Pay Rate: $53-$56/hour (W2), depending on experience
• Work Type: Hybrid
• Location: Houston, TX

Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader.

• The Training Advisor is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of outcome-based training programs for designated client groups. This role serves as a subject matter expert in competency-based learning and capability development, ensuring employees acquire and maintain the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for safe, effective, and compliant job performance.
• Working closely with technical subject matter experts, instructional designers, leaders, and stakeholders, the Training Advisor designs and continuously improves capability management processes that support workforce competency, organizational performance, and regulatory compliance. The role requires strong expertise in adult learning principles, training program management, competency assurance, and stakeholder engagement.

• Lead the development, review, maintenance, and approval of competency frameworks aligned with assigned client groups.
• Plan, prioritize, and execute training processes that result in outcome-based learning plans designed to address defined competencies and performance requirements.
• Design and manage learning pathways that may include:
  • Formal instructor-led training delivered internally or externally
  • Web-based and e-learning programs
  • Self-directed learning activities
  • Simulator and tabletop exercises
  • On-the-job training and experiential learning opportunities
• Build, maintain, and optimize learning plans within the Learning Management System (LMS), including the development of automated reporting tools that support leadership oversight and decision-making.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external resources required to develop new training materials and enhance existing learning content.
• Lead and participate in competency assurance activities, including the administration of learning, qualification, and evaluation processes.
• Support effective competency assessment and workforce development by facilitating competency measurement, qualification gap assessments, and individual development planning processes in collaboration with leaders and assessors.
• Support Management of Change (MOC) initiatives by conducting training needs analyses and ensuring appropriate learning solutions are developed and delivered to impacted employees.
• Maintain accurate and complete training, qualification, and competency records in compliance with corporate records management requirements.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and competency assurance across all levels of the organization.
• Develop and implement annual training plans aligned with departmental objectives, workforce requirements, and business priorities.
• Conduct internal assessments, annual reviews, and compliance verification activities to ensure training processes:
  • Are consistently followed
  • Align with business and departmental objectives
  • Meet internal and external compliance requirements
  • Effectively achieve intended learning and competency outcomes
• Facilitate or support the delivery of training programs as required.
• Participate in industry working groups, advisory committees, and professional development forums to maintain awareness of best practices and emerging trends in learning and competency management.
• Provide ongoing recommendations to improve training effectiveness, learner engagement, operational readiness, and workforce capability.

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