Training & Development Specialist

POSITION OPENING:
Training and Development Specialist

IN THIS ROLE:

Are you passionate about creating engaging learning experiences that build talent and drive performance? Oakland Schools is seeking a dynamic Training and Development Specialist to lead professional development, employee onboarding, and organization-wide learning initiatives. In this role, you'll design and deliver high-quality training aligned with strategic priorities, support compliance efforts, and help strengthen the employee experience across our educational community.

This is a unique opportunity for a results-oriented learning professional to make a lasting impact on how we grow, onboard, and support our workforce.

WHAT WE NEED Training Strategy & Design

• Assess training needs across the organization and recommend targeted learning interventions.
• Develop a coordinated training calendar and communication plan.
• Design in‑person and online instructional modules tailored to job‑specific, leadership, and compliance needs.
• Define program branding, quality standards, and continuous improvement processes.

Program Delivery & Evaluation

• Facilitate professional development sessions using effective adult learning strategies.
• Establish training evaluation methods and implement cycles for review and enhancement.
• Monitor program outcomes and use data to refine learning experiences.

Onboarding & Compliance

• Lead the development and delivery of employee onboarding programs.
• Oversee training compliance for all staff.
• Assist with required state reporting for professional learning initiatives.

Learning Systems & Resources

• Manage online learning tools and create self‑guided training resources.
• Maintain learning records and contribute to digital curriculum organization.
• Support cross‑departmental training coordination and project need.
• Develop organization‑wide training calendar.
• Assume responsibility for course development, implementation and evaluation, including both virtual and in‑person training.
• Define learning data management/curriculum management for training and development programs.
• Monitor, evaluate and record organizational training activities and program effectiveness.
• Develop online instructional modules as needed and create employee self‑guided training resources.
• Oversee Safe Schools training requirements for employees.
• Develop and provide employee onboarding programs and implement continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Training and Development or related field.
• At least four (4) years of experience designing and delivering effective training in a large or complex organization.
• Experience using content creation tools such as Canva, Camtasia, Adobe, or similar preferred.
• Proven ability to assess learning needs and design, implement, and facilitate adult learning strategies.

WORK LOCATION

Oakland Schools - Main Campus 2111 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328

This position is eligible to participate in the Flexible Work Program, which allows eligible employees to perform their job duties from a designated alternative location up to two days per week.

SALARY DETAILS

$30.00 - $34.80 hourly based on relevant prior work experience, with the potential to earn up to $37.47 after employment with Oakland Schools. Non‑Exempt position/12‑month work year.

WHY WORK FOR 05? Pension Plan

OS offers the opportunity to enroll in a pension plan to help support your financial stability.

Full Health Coverage

High quality, low‑cost health insurance plans. Employer paid dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, and well‑being benefits.

Wellbeing Program

OS utilizes a holistic approach to provide resources that support the wellbeing of our employees.

Professional Learning

OS provides various professional learning opportunities to advance your skill sets with education development.

Flexible Vacation Time Experience

Built‑in vacation, including time off for winter and spring break and generous leave time, so you can have a healthy work‑life balance.

Other Perks

You're eligible for preferred pricing on pet insurance, legal coverage for most of your legal needs, additional life insurance and…