Learning and Development Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-12
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HR/Recruitment
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Education / Teaching
Learning and Development Specialist
- Syracuse
- Management & Professional
- Full-time
- Opening on:
Jan 7 2026
- Prof Development & Learning
- State of New York
- TH Senior Staff Assistant, NSSL3
- 87679
- UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
The Learning and Development Specialist will assist the Senior Leadership & Development Coordinator in major initiatives to meet department objectives, in alignment with Upstate's strategic plan and external consultants. This position will assist in all aspects of leadership development activities. This includes the assisting with the creation, development and implementation for all segments of the Upstate Medical University workforce. Has a vision to develop institutional awareness and identity for the Professional Development and Learning function.
Assist in coordination of educational offerings across the organization; expand and/or enhance programs currently offered; develop comprehensive needs assessment instruments and process and implement identified priority training initiatives as a result. Approachable, good listener and team oriented in working with other areas of Human Resources and One University to provide educational offerings for the mutual benefit of participants and the organization.
Masters Degree in adult education, instructional design, human resources, MBA or related field and 1 year experience in training and development function or Bachelors Degree in adult education, instructional design, human resources or related field and 3 years experience in training and development function or Associates Degree in adult education, instructional design, human resources or related field and 5 years experience in training and development function required.
Outstanding interpersonal, facilitation, communication and organizational skills. Excellent public speaking and presentation skills a must. Comfort with virtual training methods.
Experience and/or certification with leadership style and team assessments/programs.
Work Days:Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.
- 3:30 p.m. with flexibility
Recruitment Office:
Human Resources
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