Learning and Development Specialist

Job Description Summary The Learning & Development Specialist supports the design, development, and delivery of member-facing training programs that enhance member engagement, support compliance and improve operational performance. Working closely with the Learning & Development Manager, this role helps create and deliver learning solutions across multiple formats – including instructor-led training, eLearning, and practical resources. The Learning & Development Specialist will own select projects while supporting program execution and the ongoing expansion of member-facing learning offerings.

This role will also contribute to internal learning initiatives by assisting with employee training and partnering with leaders to drive adoption and participation.

Duties And Responsibilities Instructional Design Design and develop member-facing learning content aligned to compliance, operational performance, and engagement objectives.

Translate subject matter expertise (internal SMEs, legal/HR, operations) into practical learner-centered training materials.

Create content across formats, including instructor-led training, virtual sessions, eLearning modules, and job aids/tool kits.

Apply adult learning principles to ensure content is relevant, actionable, and accessible to diverse member audiences.

Update and maintain existing training materials to reflect regulatory changes, business priorities, and feedback.

Support needs analysis efforts by identifying learning gaps and recommending appropriate learning solutions.

Collaborate with the Learning & Development Manager to scope, design, and prioritize new training initiatives.

Ensure consistency in branding, tone, and quality of all learning materials.

Contribute to the design and facilitation of employee-facing training and support assigned learning portfolios.

Training Implementation Coordinate and support delivery of member-facing training programs (virtual and/or in-person).Facilitate select training sessions, as appropriate, and support the Learning & Development Manager or other facilitators in delivery.

Travel to agricultural regions to deliver training (25%). Mostly California and Arizona but can include national locations as well.

Prepare facilitators with materials, agendas, and logistical support to ensure effective program execution.

Manage training schedules, registrations, and participant communications for employee and member programs.

Monitor participant engagement and adjust delivery approaches as needed to enhance learning outcomes.

Gather and synthesize participant feedback to inform continuous improvement.

Support rollout of new or updated training programs, including communication and adoption efforts.

Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., HR, legal, operations) to ensure training aligns with business and compliance needs.

Assist in implementing internal training programs and supporting leaders in promoting participation.

Training Administration Assist in maintain and update training records, materials, and resources within the LMS or other learning platforms.

Track participation completion, and basic training metrics for member programs.

Generate reports to support evaluation of program effectiveness and member engagement.

Ensure training materials and records are organized, current, and audit-ready (particularly for compliance content providers).Support vendor coordination, including scheduling, materials management, and basic oversight of external content providers.

Manage logistics for training events, including materials, technology setup, and distribution of resources.

Assist in maintaining training calendars and program documentation.

Support continuous improvement efforts by organizing feedback, data and version control of materials.

Provide administrative support for all WG University training programs and assigned learning portfolios.

Other Utilize all capabilities to satisfy one mission - to enhance the competitiveness and profitability of our members. Do everything possible to help members succeed by being curious and striving to understand what others are trying to achieve, planning, and executing work helpfully and collaboratively. Be willing to adjust efforts to ensure that work and attitude are helpful to others, be self-accountable, create a positive impact, and be diligent in delivering results.

Maintain internet speed of 40 MB download and 10 MB upload and router with wired Ethernet.

Maintain and service safety equipment (e.g., smoke detector, fire…