Position Information

UC Riverside’s Auxiliary Services is recruiting for the Learning and Development Trainer. The full salary range for the Learning and Development Trainer is $66,500 – $118,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $79,450 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. *Finalists will be asked to provide a presentation as part of the selection process.* Note that this is an in-person, on-campus position; remote work is not available. The Learning and Development Trainer designs, delivers, and manages training and development activities for the departments of Auxiliary Services. The Trainer applies expertise to determine how to best apply adult learning theories and education methodologies to develop and implement new programs and initiatives that address and resolve a wide range of issues, conducts need assessments, creates learning activities, develops learning tools and job aids, and works on complex programs of diverse scope in response to needs. Works closely with the APPS Employment Coordinator and collaboratively with others in a diverse work environment and at all levels of the organization. Conducts evaluations and develops recommendations that are in alignment with the department’s strategic plan. Consults with management, staff, human resources partners, and other instructors to determine effective methods for delivery of training and use of technology. Supervises departmental training instructors (student employees); provides leadership, guidance, and continued support to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Tracks University-mandated course completion and regularly reports out on upcoming and overdue training deadlines. Provides other, administrative and operational support to Auxiliary Services departments, as needed. Maintains a training calendar and database. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Experience Requirements

Experience

4 – 7 years of related experience.

Requirement

Experience

2 years of classroom style training experience.

Requirement

Experience

Blended learning training experience.

Requirement

Preferred

Experience

Experience with emergency/disaster management and EOC training.

Requirement

Minimum Requirements

• Thorough analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and strong presentation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of delivering training programs and thorough knowledge of other areas of human resources.
• Thorough knowledge of current training programs and trends.
• Strong skills to conduct needs assessment and development of new training courses to meet organizational needs.
• Thorough knowledge and skills with relevant business software systems; i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
• Strong skills in planning, resourcing and monitoring effective delivery of training.
• Thorough knowledge of applying adult learning theories and education methodologies.
• Thorough knowledge of training and development, performance management and workplace learning. Ability to apply knowledge to achieve successful organizational outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of functional area and understands how work may impact other areas.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities’ air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine’s 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. – U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. – Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR’s Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. – Center for World University Rankings
• UCR’s distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced training and development professional to resolve a wide range of training issues and needs assessments. Develops new training programs, and works on complex training courses of diverse scope. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for delivering training and development programs.

Department Custom Scope

The Learning and Development Trainer designs, delivers, and manages training and development activities for the departments of Auxiliary Services. The Trainer applies expertise to determine how to best apply adult learning theories and education methodologies to develop and implement new programs and initiatives that address and resolve a wide range of issues, conducts need assessments, creates learning activities, develops learning tools and job aids, and works on complex programs of diverse scope in response to needs. Works closely with the APPS Employment Coordinator and collaboratively with others in a diverse work environment and at all levels of the organization. Conducts evaluations and develops recommendations that are in alignment with the department’s strategic plan. Consults with management, staff, human resources partners, and other instructors to determine effective methods for delivery of training and use of technology. Supervises departmental training instructors (student employees); provides leadership, guidance, and continued support to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Tracks University-mandated course completion and regularly reports out on upcoming and overdue training deadlines. Provides other, administrative and operational support to Auxiliary Services departments, as needed. Maintains a training calendar and database.

About Organization

Two Nobel laureates. Member of the Association of American Universities. Second in the nation for social mobility. Hispanic Serving Institution and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. UC Riverside is the nation’s singular leader in social mobility, educational access, and research excellence.