Learning and Development Specialist

The person in this role will work out of the Spencer Family YMCA located at 305 Church Rd, Bethel Park, PA 15102.

This position is responsible for building and leading a high-impact learning culture. It designs, facilitates, coordinates, and continuously improves learning and development programs that support staff growth at all levels. This includes onboarding and role-specific training to leadership development, in alignment with the YMCA’s mission, values, and strategic priorities. This position partners closely with HR leadership, operational leaders, and subject matter experts to assess organizational learning needs, build staff capability, and deliver learning experiences that support employee engagement, performance, and retention.

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in training and professional development.
• Demonstrated experience designing, facilitating, and evaluating adult learning programs.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, relationship-building, and project management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated success in corporate and foundation fundraising preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other learning and collaboration technologies.
• Experience in a nonprofit, YMCA, or other mission-driven organization preferred.