Training and Development Specialist

Training and Development Specialist

Revision Date: 8/16/2022

Department:
Human Resources

Employment Status:
Full-Time

Program:
Human Resources

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Human Resources Director

Schedule:

40 Hours/52 Weeks

Supervises: N/A

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

The Training and Development Specialist is responsible for assisting with the planning and implementation of a comprehensive employee development and training plan for Kenaitze Indian Tribe (KIT) that aligns with and supports the mission, values, goals, and needs of the KIT. The Training and Development Specialist will utilize tools and best practices to strengthen and improve employee skills which may include needs assessments and employee engagement surveys to develop training, coaching, skill development, and leadership development opportunities.

• Meets with supervisors and employees, observes processes, and conducts surveys to identify and assess training needs
• Assists with the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive development and training plan for KIT
• Assists with the presentation of information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures
• Designs, delivers, and assesses in-person and virtual solutions that focus on leadership, talent development, organizational performance, and culture
• Facilitates an engaging and effective in-person and virtual classroom learning experience to include orientation and learning management software
• Collaborates with departments in order to plan training sessions
• Monitors training compliance providing ongoing communication with employees on outstanding training requirements
• Maintains training materials and resources
• Ensures compliance with Tribal policies, TERO Ordinance and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Lifting Requirements

• Sedentary work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

• Category III - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid

• Local
• In‑State
• Out‑of‑State

Comments:
Local meetings and/or trainings, also possible in‑state and/or out‑state travel for training.

• Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Career and Technical Education or related field, or combination of education and experience may be substituted for a degree

• Two (2) years of experience in Human Resources principles and practices, as well as training and development methods and techniques
• Experience and strong understanding of Human Resources and related software systems

• Must have a valid Alaska State Driver's License and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy or obtain within 90 days of hire

• Knowledge of training and development trends, methods, and resources
• Knowledge…