Learning and Development Specialist

Hirschbach Motor Lines

Dubuque, IA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, D Programming Language, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Employee Orientation, Human Resources, Leadership, Learning Management System (LMS), Metrics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Management, Reporting Skills, Staff Development, Systems Administration/Management, Telephone Skills, Training Program, Training/Teaching Materials, Voice Mail
LOCATION
Dubuque, IA
POSTED
6 days ago

Job Summary 

The Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist provides critical support across Human Resources functions, with 75% of responsibilities dedicated to learning and development initiatives and 25% to HR generalist support. This dual role ensures the seamless delivery of internal training programs, onboarding experiences, compliance education, and employee development initiatives. Additionally, the L&D Specialist supports core HR communications, wellness programming, and internal systems administration. 

Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong communication skills and a passion for employee growth and development. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Orientation Facilitation: Oversee and deliver new hire orientation sessions, including preparation of materials, facilitation, and distribution of weekly summaries. Maintain an NPS of 50+ through high-quality delivery and feedback monitoring. 

  • Training Administration: Serve as the administrator for internal training programs—set up sessions, manage invitations, track attendance, follow up with missing participants, and document completions. 

  • Content Evaluation: Conduct Level 3 evaluations for all internal trainings; input and maintain results in the L&D master data tracker. 

  • Compliance Training: Manage state and federal compliance training schedules, track completion, generate reports, and maintain a minimum 98% completion rate across the organization. 

  • Assessment Delivery: Facilitate personality assessments using the Big 5 framework for both individuals and teams, ensuring accurate interpretation and feedback. 

  • Learning Systems Management: Maintain and update L&D content within SharePoint and UKG Pro Learning platforms. Assign and manage new leader training content. 

  • Individual Contributor Training: Deliver or support additional learning sessions as assigned, including coaching and developmental follow-ups. 

  • Reporting & Metrics: Support data collection, analysis, and evaluation for all L&D programs, contributing to continuous improvement of training effectiveness. 

  • Leadership Resources: Maintain the Leadership SharePoint page with relevant tools, articles, and content, updating regularly. 

  • UKG Learning Requests: Upload departmental content to UKG Pro Learning as requested and supply participation reports to department leaders. 

  • HR Phone Support: Partner with the HR team to ensure 100% of incoming HR phone calls are answered within three rings, minimizing voicemail use. 

    Education and Ideal Experience 

  • Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Education, or related field preferred 

  • 2–3 years of experience in L&D, human resources, training coordination, or related field 

  • Experience using learning management systems (e.g., UKG Pro Learning) and Microsoft Office Suite 

  • Proven ability to deliver engaging presentations and manage detailed administrative processes 

  • Strong communication and organizational skills 

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintaining a high level of confidentiality 

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Hirschbach Motor Lines