Human Resources Training and Development Specialist

Education, Experience, and Training:

1. Associate’s degree or equivalent 2 years of college coursework; AND
2. Three (3) years of Human Resources experience; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

• Possession of PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.
• This position may require reporting to additional sites throughout the workday, typically achieved in a motor vehicle OR other modes of transportation. If choosing a personal vehicle, possession of, or ability to obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days with an acceptable driving history as defined by district driving policy. If you do not have a driver’s license or have an unacceptable driving history, it does not disqualify you from this position, only from driving a vehicle for district business.

The Human Resources Training and Development Specialist is responsible for providing multiple human resources services and support to the district and for developing, coordinating and deliver trainings to small and large groups. They will also assist with recruiting, conducting onboarding process, and administering labor laws.

A day in the life:

The information provided below encompasses the typical duties and capabilities linked with this classification. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:  

• Administers the district’s training program; develops, delivers and trains on Human Resources and other related topics; creates and uploads online versions of training to the Human Resources Management System (HRMS);
• Identifies required training for each position; manages and updates the district’s LMS; oversees Public Sector Professional Development Program with COCC;
• Tracks and enters completed training; sends reminders for incomplete trainings; assists employees with online training programs.
•  Assists Supervisors and employees in Professional Development Plans; answers questions, reviews employee’s experience to determine gaps and supports drafting and implementation of the plan.
• Reviews and posts articles for the District’s communication platforms.
• Provides advice and counsel to managers, supervisors and staff in employment and labor laws.
• Conducts New Employee Orientation; updates Employee Playbook; coordinates the updating of New Employee Orientation video.
• Researches and composes correspondence, reviews and analyzes documents and prepares background materials to appropriately respond to inquiries.
• Develops reports and composes documentation for Human Resource Director and upon request from department directors.
• Backs-up and supports the District’s recruitment program: recommends recruiting strategy; writes job announcements and advertising; conducts outreach; manages Paylocity Recruiting module responds to applicants; screens applicants; ensures veterans and other special requirements are met; refers applicants; responsible for final closure of the recruitment and official record filing.
• Backs-up and supports other Human Resource Specialists by entering personnel data, setting up and deleting electronic time record system, conducting background checks for contingent job offers and re-hires; and meeting with employees on post-hire paperwork.
• Backs -up and supports other Human Resources Specialists by meeting with employees regarding leaves; tracking and maintaining federal and state medical leave requests, leave balances, and physician’s release. Researches and determines eligibility for each request.
• Backs-up and supports Human Resources Director.
• Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.