Learning and Development Specialist

Full-time - Entry Level

Fargo, ND

501-1,000 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Butler Machinery is currently seeking an outgoing, organized individual who is passionate about growing employees via various trainings within the company. Our Learning and Development Specialists are responsible for developing, implementing, managing, and facilitating training programs that help employees, and the company, achieve goals. They also work with several individuals in multiple departments within the company to figure out where specific training is needed. If you love seeing employees grow within their careers, then read the rest of the job responsibilities below and apply online today to join our growing TEAM! We have a generous retirement plan with 10% guaranteed and up to 5% discretionary provided by the company annually once eligibility is met, with no minimum required contributions out of your pocket. This is your opportunity to grow professionally with an industry-leading equipment provider with a 70+ year presence in the marketplace!

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains relationships with manufacturers to achieve learning goals and performance metrics
• Develops, implements, and facilitates training programs to achieve strategic goals within departments.
• Consult with the Training Coordinator to ensure accurate roster, attendance, and logistical information.
• Subject Matter Expert for online learning systems and training record management
• Leads projects focused on employee engagement and development. Collaborates internally to design career development programs and organizational improvements through various trainings that provide tools and resources promoting employee growth and continuous learning.
• Curate content from various learning management systems and disperse based on organizational needs
• Assesses training and development needs through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and communication with managers, instructors, and customer representatives
• Serve as a backup and resource for the workforce development specialists and learning and development specialist.
• Identify knowledge, skills and abilities gaps within the organization through analysis of productivity and goal metrics.
• Partner with Subject Matter Experts to determine individual development tracks for various positions in the organization
• Works within and promotes vision, mission, and values of BMC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, organization development, business, communications, or related field preferred
• Minimum of two to four years of training and development, project management, or equivalent in related work experience
• Must have a good driving record in order to be insurable to drive a fleet vehicle for travel
• Excellent verbal communication skills, business and technical writing skills, as well as strong presentation skills
• Detail oriented, extensive problem-solving skills, and able to work independently and adapt to constant change
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design theory preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Learning Management System software preferred

Benefits

• 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Health Insurance - 3 plan options
• Health Savings Account - Employer contribution up to $1,300/year
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• Dental Insurance - 2 plan options
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability Coverage - 60% of base pay/salary
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Maternity / Paternity Benefits
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - including Health Coaching
• SmartDollar - employer paid financial planning program
• Legal Shield/ID Shield products
• Voluntary Benefit options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization