Training & Development Specialist (AS)

Summary

Under the supervisor of the Human Resources Manager, designs, develops and delivers strategic employee learning and development programs including, but not limited to, management and leadership development, onboarding, and career development through various modalities including presentations to large or small groups, e-learning and interactive sessions, etc. Coordinates the Talent Management System (TMS) including serving as an expert to support users, maintenance, updates, and operations.

Duties

Recommends, designs, develops and implements innovative learning and development programs that support the full employment lifecycle, including onboarding, career development, wellness, succession planning, and management and leadership development. Program development and delivery facilitated both on-line and in person. Develop, administer, analyze and report on program assessments and post survey data following training events.

Career Readiness Skills Assessment for Student Employees - Design curriculum and training for in-person and Canvas base training for student employees. Provide student employees and student leaders with skills transcripts. Develop matrix and rubrics for assessing skills development in partnership with AS Assessment Coordinator and campus partners i.e. Career Center, Institutional Research etc. Design, develop and implement 12-month managers training programming for current and any new employees. Responsible for development of on-boarding schedule for any executive employee. Assist staff with departmental training. Coordinates annual employee training (Summer and Winter). Design, develop and implement DEI training for all employees. Report information broadly to campus and others within higher education.

Assesses needs, analyzes gaps, researches best practices, and partners with Human Resources colleagues and College management to identify, develop and implement successful and innovative learning and development programs. Assign, monitor and report on mandatory compliance training requirements for employees.

Partners with staff managers in executing and tracking the new hire staff onboarding checklist.

Develops and implements program processes and procedures, maintains records and tracks outcomes. Utilizes adult learning theory to provide customized learning opportunities. Continually monitors and evaluates effectiveness of programs and makes needed adjustments. Coordinates learning and development program activities including forming committees, scheduling, event logistics and vendor relations.

Coordinates operation and use of the Talent Management System (TMS) and provides systems support to all users and resolves systems issues and works with vendors as needed. Develops integrated talent/performance/learning reports, dashboards and portals in support of the learning organization, and ensures TMS data is leveraged within the organization. Serves as the data custodian of the TMS, uses technical savvy to provide support to internal and external clients ensuring user experiences are positive and creates resources providing information and services. Develops and maintains annual Human Resources events & training activities calendar.

Identifies, develops and offers training in the use of online resources and technologies to support organizational development. Maintains technical expertise and knowledge of best practices in online educational trends, changes and developments, and service strategies. Recommends new approaches, modifications or changes that will improve efficiency and/or effectiveness. Ensures programs are accessible and compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards for compliance outlined by the CSU, Campus and regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Education, Educational Leadership, Business or related field.
• At least four years of related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree is same fields listed above, experience in curriculum development, assessment and teaching and learning.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

This position is employed through Associated Students (AS). AS offers an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision insurance, Life Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, 14 paid Holidays, company sponsored retirement program and more.

The pay range for the position is $70,304.00 to $90,584.00 annually. The anticipated hiring range: $70,304.00 to $80,000.00 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

HOURS: Full-Time, Exempt at 40 hours per week; schedule is generally Monday - Friday during business hours but periodically varies to accommodate special meetings or events.

General Information

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily upon verbal offer of employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment.

Candidates should apply by completing the on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers

Associated Students, California State University, Northridge, Inc. (A.S.) is proud to operate on the California State University, Northridge (CSUN) campus serving students. As part of the campus community, A.S. follows the California State University (CSU) policy that strongly recommends all faculty, staff and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location to be immunized (aka vaccinated) against the virus that causes COVID-19.

ABOUT ASSOCIATED STUDENTS

CSUN Associated Students (A.S.) is a 501(c)3 corporation integrated with California State University, Northridge campus. Its mission is to serve as the primary advocate for students at CSUN and to provide excellent, meaningful programs and services designed to create and enhance a spirited, learning-focused campus environment. A.S. offers programs in sustainability; outdoor adventures; sport clubs; child care; ticket, transportation passes and attraction discount ticket sales; concerts, fairs and lectures. A.S. has its own infrastructure that includes risk management; information technology support; marketing; accounting and human resources.

ABOUT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is a comprehensive university that delivers award-winning undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 38,000 students annually and counts hundreds of thousands of alumni who elevate Southern California and beyond. Since its founding in 1958, CSUN has made a significant and long-term economic impact on California, generating nearly $1.9 billion in economic impact and more than 11,700 jobs each year. Serving more students on Pell Grants than any other institution in California, CSUN is also a social elevator and one of the most diverse universities in the country.

Advertised: Feb 18 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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