Learning and Development Specialist

16 hours ago

Barre, Massachusetts, United States Seven Hills Foundation Full-time $26 - $27 Permanent
Description

Learning and Development Specialist

Pay: $26.44 – $27.40/hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  • Stetson School is seeking an experienced and motivated Learning and Development Specialist to support the design, coordination, and delivery of high-quality training and professional development initiatives.
  • Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, this role plays a key part in ensuring staff are well-prepared, well-trained, and supported through comprehensive orientation, ongoing education, and enrichment opportunities.
  • This position is ideal for a collaborative professional who enjoys working across disciplines, developing effective learning solutions, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement in a mission-driven organization.

Benefits for Full-time employees:

  • Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
  • Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%
  • 33% Employer match based on tenure.
  • Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution
  • Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships
  • Tuition Assistance:Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework
  • Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills

Benefits for Part-time Employees:

  • Accrued Paid Sick Time
  • Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%
  • 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
  • Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling
  • Personal PTO (Minimum 20-hour regular part-time schedule does not apply to per diem)

Work-Life Balance:

  • Generous Accrued Paid Vacation:3 weeks in your first year
  • Vacation Cash-Out Option
  • 3 Paid Personal Days
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Accrued Paid Sick Time Why Join Stetson School At Stetson School, professional development is foundational to delivering high-quality care and services.
  • As a Learning and Development Specialist, you will have the opportunity to shape meaningful learning experiences, support staff success, and contribute directly to the organization’s mission and impact.
  • If you are passionate about education, training, and workforce development in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the development and implementation of staff training and continuing education programs
  • Organize, coordinate, and conduct new employee orientation programs in collaboration with Human Resources
  • Conduct training needs assessments and design, develop, and evaluate learning and development solutions
  • Partner with subject matter experts to create, pilot, and refine training initiatives
  • Acquire, coordinate, and develop learning materials that meet organizational needs and regulatory standards
  • Coordinate conferences, workshops, seminars, lectures, and other learning events that support the mission of Stetson School and its affiliates
  • Maintain accurate training records, documentation, and updates within the Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Serve as a liaison with affiliate partners to assess needs and deliver appropriate learning solutions
  • Obtain and maintain certifications required to teach mandated courses
  • Perform additional duties as assigned


Qualifications
  • Bachelor degree required
  • Standard driver’s license – class C or class D
  • No license required for this position
  • No certifications required for this position
  • 5 – 10 years of related experience