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Get to know us: About - Gesa Credit Union
Role Summary:
The Training & Development Specialist I brings experience and expertise to successfully drive the credit union’s efforts in learning and development. Under the general supervision of the Training & Development Team Leader, the Training & Development Specialist I provides training to team members relating to technical skills, operational systems, transactions, member services, lending, regulations, procedures, and other training needs as required. This position requires an in-depth knowledge of credit union processes and systems, advanced, wide-ranging job knowledge, and has demonstrated the ability to handle significant training. This position acts as a resource for front line team members and team leaders.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Use the Learning Management System (LMS) to create reports, enroll or withdraw team members to and from courses.
- Facilitate training content to team members on specified topics as identified by team leader or by approved request.
- Utilize individual training, adult learning theory, group instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on workshops. Effectively use training aids such as handbooks, visual aids, on-line compliance training, and tutorials. Maintain program data and tools to train staff and others. Plan and coordinate proper venues, timing, and modality.
- Maintain a solid working knowledge of the credit union’s vision, values, strategic initiatives, systems, policies, and procedures. Attend necessary training to learn new systems and understand system upgrades.
- Track progress of trainees through routine tests, course evaluation forms, observation, and feedback from team leaders. Evaluate the validity and effectiveness of training.
- Process daily correspondence and prepare reports and presentations utilizing computer applications and presentation equipment. Perform all administrative support activities necessary for completion of assigned tasks.
- Make recommendations to continuously improve internal processes, standards, and learning and development solutions.
- Respond to industry training surveys. Research and respond to training questions. Adhere to all State and Federal Employment laws as well as training regulations.
- Must understand and perform Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) functions as applicable to job responsibilities.
- Attend credit union training sessions, conferences, or seminars as approved by supervisor. Maintain awareness of policies and regulations related to duties and responsibilities.
- Make recommendations to training agenda or curriculum when subject matter is updated or when requested.
- Assist in the development of training curriculum when requested.
- Perform all duties and maintain all sensitive data with the highest standard of confidentiality and professionalism. Consistently display respect for all areas of diversity and levels of knowledge; never undermine colleagues.
- Display mutual respect, trust, and dignity, acting in the best interest of the credit union at all times. Display solid ethics and integrity.
About You:
- Proven facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage, educate and motivate.
- Strong organizational skills: ability to build/set schedules and adhere to projects.
- Knowledge of credit union deposit and lending operations.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills. Excellent listening skills and customer service attributes.
- Proficient in the Credit Union’s computer applications, including teller and lending operational systems.
- Proficiency with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), standard office equipment, and presentation equipment is required.
- Must possess clear and effective oral and written communication skills. Comprehensive knowledge of training regulations and requirements required.
- Understand adult learning theory, facilitation skills, process improvement know-how, and ability to project ideas.
