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Staff Training/Human Resources - Training Specialist (part-time)

To apply, please send your resume to:

Tiffany Johnson
Human Resources
John G. Shedd Aquarium
1200 S. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605
jobs@sheddaquarium.org

General Description:
Assists director with evaluating training needs. Develops relationships with all departments to understand the work being done to meet the strategic objectives of the organization. Helps evaluate effectiveness of training. Helps coordinate training schedule with the hiring and training demands of the organization. Assists with the maintenance of the training records and the creation of reports. Responsible for posting notices of upcoming training, registration, confirmation and evaluations. Designs training and determines instructional methods such as individual training, group instruction, lectures, demonstrations, on-line and workshops. Researches and evaluates teaching aids such as training handbooks, CD-ROMs, multimedia visual aids, computer-based training and reference works. Assists and/or conducts training sessions covering specified areas such as orientation, communications, and/or supervisory training, etc.

Job Requirements:
College degree preferably in HRD (human resources development), adult education or organizational development or equivalent experience required. Training experience preferred. Minimum one year database management. Experience developing training materials helpful. Prior training, adult education, or customerservice experience is preferred. Special knowledge and skills: advanced skills in the use of Word, Access and PowerPoint computer software. Experienced with Access database, ability to create queries. Ability to proofread and write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to develop training materials. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees/volunteers. Ability to function independently in a multitask environment as well as part of a team. Ability to organize files and training materials. Comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees. Strong planning and organizational skills. 

Please support our conservation practices by sending your resume electronically to jobs@sheddaquarium.org.

 

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