Training and Development Specialists

Core Tasks

1. Present information with a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
2. Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.
3. Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual, to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts.
4. Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
5. Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives.
6. Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities or program effectiveness.
7. Design, plan, organize, or direct orientation and training programs for employees or customers.
8. Develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen.
9. Evaluate training materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, or handouts.
10. Monitor training costs and prepare budget reports to justify expenditures.
11. Devise programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.
12. Keep up with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books, or magazine articles.
13. Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
14. Coordinate recruitment and placement of training program participants.
15. Select and assign instructors to conduct training.
16. Negotiate contracts with clients for desired training outcomes, fees, or expenses.
17. Supervise, evaluate, or refer instructors to skill development classes.
18. Schedule classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment, or instructors.

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