Learning And Development Specialist

$80,000 - $85,000/Yr

Tillys - Irvine, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Irvine, CA

Gasoline Stations and Fuel Dealers

About the position

The Learning and Development Specialist at Tilly's is responsible for creating and implementing training strategies that enhance employee career development and productivity, particularly within the Merchandising and Buying department. This role involves assessing developmental needs, designing training programs, and evaluating the effectiveness of training initiatives to support employee performance and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Develops learning and development programs and objectives
• Assesses employee development needs and defines appropriate resources and processes to support learning
• Develops unique training programs to support the development of the merchandising/buying department and their employees
• Obtains and/or develops effective training materials utilizing a variety of media
• Documents existing internal processes and procedures to create training materials
• Creates and updates training procedure manuals, user guides, and learning materials
• Trains and coaches managers, supervisors, and others involved in employee development efforts (train the trainer)
• Maintains records of training and development activities and conducts follow-up studies of completed training to evaluate and measure results
• Designs and facilitates management and employee development training courses
• Modifies programs to support changes in priority and organizational changes
• Works effectively with members of management and human resources to create effective learning programs
• Maintains knowledge of the latest trends in learning and development

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives
• Ability to design and implement effective training and development
• Previous retail industry experience with a strong merchandising/buying background a plus
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills with a strong attention to detail
• Proven skills in project management with a results-oriented sense of urgency
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience preferred
• High School Diploma required
• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) credential preferred
• 5-10 years of experience in instructional design, development, delivery and evaluation preferred

Benefits

• Bonus eligible
• 401k
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• Vision is fully paid by us
• Employee Discount online and in-store
• Discount on numerous attractions, travel and events
• Employee Sample Sale
• Relaxed work environment
• 40 hours paid sick time granted on day 1
• Fitness and wellness events virtually or at the office