Learning & Development Specialist

We’re hiring a Learning & Development Specialist to join the County Materials Family of Companies in Marathon, Wisconsin.

Job Summary:The Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for executing learning and development initiatives that support organizational priorities and team member growth. Working with leadership, this role transforms learning strategies into engaging, scalable programs and learning experiences.

This role serves as a key partner, contributing expertise in program development, facilitation, project management, and administration. The Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for building and delivering training programs, managing logistics, supporting stakeholders, and ensuring a seamless learner experience.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Learning Program Execution

Implement and manage learning programs aligned with established learning strategies and organizational priorities
Adapt, customize, and deploy both internally and externally developed learning content, resources, and programs to meet organizational needs
Partner with learning vendors, facilitators, and content providers to coordinate successful program delivery
Support the rollout and scaling of company-wide learning initiatives across multiple audiences and locations
Ensure learning materials, resources, and participant tools are current, accessible, and effectively integrated into learning experiences.
Identify opportunities to enhance learner engagement and improve the effectiveness of existing programs.

Facilitation & Learner Engagement

Facilitate instructor-led learning experiences using internally and externally developed content
Support external facilitators before, during, and after learning events by managing logistics, technology, materials, participant communications, and learner engagement to ensure a high-quality learning experience
Deliver engaging presentations and learning experiences that encourage participation, knowledge retention, and application

Learning Technology

Serve as the primary administrator for the LMS and other learning technologies, ensuring accurate course administration, learner assignments, reporting, certifications, and learning records
Manage and maintain learning catalogs, learning paths, compliance requirements, and system content
Coordinate LMS updates, enhancements, testing, and ongoing optimization to improve the learner experience in collaboration with the HRIS team
Monitor system utilization, learner activity, completion data, and program effectiveness metrics

Program & Vendor Coordination

Manage the day-to-day execution of learning initiatives, including scheduling, communications, logistics, participant registration, and reporting
Coordinate with external training providers, consultants, facilitators, and content partners to ensure successful implementation of learning programs
Manage project timelines, action plans, and deliverables across multiple learning initiatives simultaneously
Maintain strong working relationships with vendors and stakeholders to ensure quality, consistency, and positive learner outcomes.

COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

Integrity & Organizational Awareness
Customer First Focus
Results Driven Orientation
Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

Project Management
Training & Development
Training Operations
Facilitation
Leadership Development
Organizational Development

Date Literacy

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Team Member Engagement
Organizational Change Management

Leadership

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Change Management & Learning Agility

Experience & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Organizational Development, or related field.

3-5 years of experience in Learning & Development, Human Resources, Education, or a related field
At least 2 years of experience in Learning & Development required
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience administering and maintaining LMS
Strong presentation, teaching, and coaching skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong administrative and project management skills with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Resourceful problem solver with proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges
Customer service mindset with a passion for supporting team member development
Candidates must be willing to obtain facilitator certifications through various external programs.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed indoors
Exposure may include: Light noise
Travel required: 15%
Typical work hours/shifts: Standard business hours

Physical & Work Expectations:
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.