Learning & Development Specialist

Brock University is one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities, a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara, ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and ranked top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise.

We are looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: July 29, 2024 at 12:01am

A day in the life…

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition the Learning & Development Specialist will design, and facilitate professional development programs to support an inclusive learning culture for internal talent.

As the Learning & Development Specialist, you will:

• Oversee the management of Brock’s learning and development programs, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and the people strategy;
• Plan and coordinate the training calendar annual cycle;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs by analyzing data, gathering feedback, and implementing data-driven improvements;
• Develop engaging curriculum, learning materials, and evaluation strategies;
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, collective agreements, policies, and best practices;
• Embed inclusion, diversity, and cultural competency practices into the program design and delivery;
• Foster an accessible and inclusive learning environment by incorporating universal design for learning (UDL) and AODA compliance;
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor progress and ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner;
• Contribute to Brock’s learning and development community, sharing insights and best practices.

What you need to succeed…

• A university degree in Adult Education, Organizational Development or Human Resources Management or related field, or a combination of education and experience;
• Relevant experience supporting the delivery of learning and professional development programs;
• In-depth knowledge of the HR function, practices and procedures related to training and development;
• Facilitation and training skills to deliver in-person, hybrid, and remote learning programs;
• Knowledge of adult learning theories, trends and best practices;
• Experience in program development with Blooms Taxonomy, ADDIE model and adult learning;
• Working knowledge of universal design for learning, instructional design theories and e-learning methodologies;
• Skilled in project management, planning and organizational skills to manage multiple, simultaneous initiatives;
• Solid computer competency including word processing, spreadsheet, database, web applications, learning management systems (LMS) and web maintenance, presentation, social media, internet search engines.

Preferred or Asset Skills:

• Experience with a Learning Management System (LMS);
• Understanding of University’s governance models, as well as policy and procedure requirements;
• Demonstrated experience in a public sector or educational environment;
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation;
• Certified Training and Development Professional (CTPD) designation.

Salary and Benefit Information

• Job Grade L, Salary Scale: $62,580 - $107,280
• Target Hiring Rage: $62,580 - $75,000
• This position includes full comprehensive benefit coverage and tuition waiver.

* The salary range indicated is representative of all positions evaluated at this level. Actual salary is determined by assessing related skills, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness, subject to available budget.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf. Please advise: talent@brocku.ca  to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca