Employee Development Specialist

2 weeks ago

Naperville, United States Naperville Public Library Full time

The **Employee Development Specialist** coordinates learning activities to meet the needs of the organization. Coordinates internships and volunteer activities. Manages the training budget, the tuition reimbursement program, and system wide training.

related activities.

**CONSIDER JOINING OUR TEAM IF**:

- You have experience with employee development and/ or training.
- You enjoy working in a collaborative environment and take pride in helping others.
- You believe that people and HR processes are a foundation for a great work culture.
- You believe that continuous improvements are critical for long-term growth and success.
- You are detail-oriented, learn quickly, and are focused on achieving individual and collective goals.
- You believe great companies win as a team.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Collaborates with management in identifying performance driven organizational opportunities.
- Researches, recommends, develops, directs and coordinates learning opportunities to meet the library’s needs.
- Actively coordinate training activities and annual Library events. Research vendors and provide recommendations.
- Updates and maintains companywide training calendar. Registers staff for workshops and conferences.
- Collaborates with IT department to maintain all training request forms and reports via SharePoint online process.
- Negotiates fees and contracts with businesses providing training and developmental resources.
- Leads and participates in various Library committees such as Sprit Team and Safety Committee.
- Evaluates training effectiveness and compiles data for management review.
- Assists in developing the training budget in collaboration with management. Monitors training, travel and tuition reimbursement budgets.
- Coordinates the selection and placement of practicum students/interns for the Library in conjunction with schools.
- Reviews travel reimbursement expenditures following pre-established guidelines.
- Coordinates and manages tuition reimbursement and job shadow program.
- Organizes and assists with new hire employee orientation.
- Provides back-up support for all HR staff.
- Provides reports and statistics for management review.
- Attends professional development opportunities.
- Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

**KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES**
- Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, communication styles, abilities, and backgrounds.
- Strong organization skills, time management skills and attention to detail. Successfully leads, supports and/or collaborates on projects and programs.
- Uses problem solving skills to assist in determining priorities, finding timely solutions to departmental or system-wide issues.
- Demonstrates exceptional customer service, providing quality assistance to staff.
- Maintains confidential information with tact and discretion. Remain calm in all situations.
- Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
- Responsive to change and demonstrates adaptability.
- Takes responsibility for consistent completion and follow-up on all tasks.
- Maintains a positive approach while doing daily tasks and when faced with adversity.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with HR team and across departments.
- Demonstrates a broader understanding of the job and looks for ways to improve Library services and support coworkers.

**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS**
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum three years of relevant experience.
- Bilingual proficiency a plus.

**BENEFITS**

**The benefits of this position at the Naperville Public Library include**:

- Annual Vacation Accrual: 3 weeks per year
- Holidays: 7 days per year
- Annual Sick Accrual: 12 days per year
- 12-weeks paid parental leave
- Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (Pension Plan)
- Health Benefits available (medical, dental, vision)
- Training and development opportunities
- **Work Schedule**

Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4.30pm
- May include nights and weekends for events

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