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  • October 23, 2018 8:47 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    The Learning + Development Specialist at GLY is responsible for driving the success of our world class training initiatives and programs. In this role, the Specialist identifies, analyzes and fulfills ongoing training and developmental needs across the company, from the field to the office and beyond. The Learning + Development Specialist is a member of the HR Team, and reports to the Director of Human Resources.

    WHAT YOU GET TO DO

     Partner with HR and Senior Management to identify and establish strategies for meeting GLY’s Learning + Development program objectives.

     Conduct annual Training Needs Analysis and participate in annual Business Planning to track and manage all training related initiatives. Track measurable goals and objectives based on the results of comprehensive analysis of individual, project, department, and overall business based needs.

     Oversee and support curriculum development and / or facilitate training in support of the training priorities, initiatives and objectives established year over year [such as LEAN, Sustainability, VDC, Safety, engineering competencies, leadership development, and other soft & technical skills training]. Coordinate content approval as needed by key stakeholders.

     Design and create virtual training content, including appropriate “knowledge management” sites and other live feed, web-based, e-learning and mobile learning resources.

     Continuously identify and engage SMEs and potential trainers / consultants [internal and external] for all existing and emerging training and development programs. Provide content, presentation, and materials development as needed.

     Develop career maps and learning paths for each position, and relate those to a variety of professional opportunities within the organization. Continuously asses and monitor training needs for each position to keep learning paths up to date.

     Proactively work on individual career path planning. Assist employees and their managers in identifying training and development goals as part of the annual appraisal and goal setting processes.

     Support the R&D of new technology on projects, and if successful, lead company wide implementation training.

     Develop and manage the training budget, and chair the Curriculum Coommittee.

     Leverage the Learning Management System [Saba] in service of streamlining learning and development to the greatest degree possible. Ensure that accurate documentation of employee training, requirements,and progress takes place. Track all professional accreditations and licensures, and keep all accredited / licensed employees up to date on credentialing requirements.

     Oversee the scheduling and coordination of all training events; develop, maintain, update and distribute the training calendar. Work with Administrators to complete external conference and course enrollment/registration, and any associated travel and lodging.

     Source speakers for training component of various corporate events including offsite retreats, management and departmental meetings, and other programs as required.

     Support other Human Resource department functions as needed and assigned.

    WHAT IT TAKES

     Five or more years experience in an instructional design, training and development role, preferably within the AEC industry.

     Experience in full-spectrum curriculum development [including digital, video, e-learning, live facilitation, etc.]; knowledge of Adult Learning Theory and practices as well as Instructional Design and curriculum development.

     Excellent facilitation and presentation skills. Demonstrated capability to engage, inspire and teach adult learners at all levels.

     Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Education, Communication, Instructional Design, Industrial Psychology, Organizational Development or related field preferred.

     Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills; ability to write clearly for publications and presentations. Extremely well organized, focused and self-starting.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Please visit GLY L + D


  • October 17, 2018 9:58 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

    This is a 3 mo contract with the potential to convert to perm.

    This position is for a local non-profit medical client of Sublime Media located in Bellevue, WA. You will be working onsite with our client’s L&D team. The position is fully onsite to start with potentially for some remote work once ramped up. This role may extend and/or be offered as a perm position if it’s a good fit all around. You may work with internal subject matter experts/clinicians, and source materials to create compelling training materials for both instructor-led and online courses. One initiative for this role is to move some existing ILT's to OLT’s. Knowledge of Adult learning theory and strong Instructional Design skills needed.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

    • 3-5 years instructional design experience and experience developing courses in Articulate 360/Storyline
    • Advanced writing skills with strong attention to detail
    • Excellent consulting and presentation skills
    • Ability to adapt to shifting deadlines and manage your time and priorities in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong communication skills
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
    • Ability to learn new programs and medical terminology as required
    • Solid research skills and computer/technology literacy along with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

    This is a fulltime onsite contract position for 3 mos with the potential to become perm. Hours worked will not exceed 40 per week without written approval from client manager and Sublime Media.

    NEXT STEPS: Please respond with a cover letter addressing your qualifications based on the requirements above, as well as a resume and salary expectations.

    Local candidates only and no recruiters or outsourcing offers.

    Jen Swalwell mobile: 206.909.1031 :: sublime media


  • October 09, 2018 10:19 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Hey Technical Recruiter (or future Technical Recruiter), how does this sound?:

    Work from your Home Office, Minimal Local Travel, On-The-Job Training & Education, a Collaborative & Supportive work environment with a Growth-minded company, a Boss & Colleagues that you will actually describe as “FUN”. This is your next job? Read on: 

    We are DyNexus Recruiting (www.DyNexusGroup.com), an Enterprise Software/Solution technical recruiting firm with a nationwideretained-model recruiting practice.  We fill positions in IT, Sales, Accounting/Finance and Executive/Management, and have a particular focus on the ERP/CRM industry (especially cloud-based solutions such as Sage, Acumatica and Microsoft D365 ERP).  We are now expanding our practice.

     

    We are looking for a highly motivated professional who is interested in taking on the role of Technical Recruiter. You may have experience in the ERP/CRM world or not, you may have a background in recruiting or not. You may have a professional background in technology and you may not. We'd like to have someone with a true desire to join an established, experienced, and highly collaborative recruiting team. You must live in the Greater Seattle area (Seattle, Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Bothell, or South of Seattle). You will run a full recruiting & sales desk from a home-based office, utilizing collaborative Internet-based tools, including state-of-the-art web-based recruiting and CRM systems.

     

    The compensation package includes a base salary, a personal bonus program, expense reimbursement, vacation, holidays, and a second-to-none training and support program.  We work as a team, really, and the team is truly greater than the sum of its parts.

     

    If you’re looking to take your recruiting career to the next level, and do so from your own home, check out our website, and give me a call.

     

    Responsibilities:

     

    General:

    • Perform the functions customary to a full-desk (recruiting and business development) agency recruiter.
    • Participate actively in team meetings, seek whatever help you may need, and take whatever extra steps it takes to help your teammates, and to be helped by your teammates in return.
    • Work effectively and responsibly in our team recruiting environment.

    Recruiting:

    • Take responsibility for the successful execution of searches for our clients.
    • Work closely with clients to develop job descriptions for specific searches to be conducted.
    • With support from existing marketing and sourcing teams, perform all sourcing activities:
      • Job postings (major job boards & social networks)
      • Candidate sourcing (resume DBs, search engines, Social networks)
      • Develop proficiency in searching for passive candidates on the internet (Google, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.)
      • Calling, networking (headhunting)
    • Screen, interview and qualify candidates.
    • Prepare candidates for presentation.
    • Present candidates to clients.
    • Actively shepherd the entire client hiring process (interview, job offer, negotiation, acceptance, logistics), providing assistance as needed.
    • Constantly re-think search strategies, re-focus as needed.

    Sales:

    • With the team, establish personal objectives, and take responsibility for developing new clients, and new business with existing/previous clients.
    • Nurture your existing network to bring new business to DyNexus.
    • Participate in marketing and sales initiatives.
    • Help manage existing clients, with an eye to getting new search assignments (account management).
    • Participate in social media activities which promote DyNexus.

     

    Requirements:

     

    • Must have current authorization to work in the US.
    • A BS/BA in just about anything, showing a serious course of study, and the tenacity to stay with it; significant other experience may show this as well.
    • Smart and articulate, evidenced in conversation.
    • Some experience as a recruiter would be a plus, (preferably in an agency, and preferably full-desk responsibilities - recruiting and sales).
    • Experience with the ERP/CRM world would be a plus.
    • A high level of Internet search skills.
    • A high level of skill and interest in utilizing social networks.
    • An understanding and appreciation for business processes and systems.
    • An understanding and appreciation for computer technology.
    • A strong work ethic, competitive, a drive for success.
    • Ability to perform all of the tasks above (Responsibilities) at a consistently high level.
    • Ability to work with little supervision, in a disbursed environment.
    • Ability to work on a team; take this seriously; it's different here.
    • Ability to take responsibility for solving problems, making things happen, no excuses.
    • A professional manner and demeanor, and excellent communication skills.
    • A team player, a pick-up-where-the-other-guy-leaves-off kind of person.
    • A disciplined and responsible attitude.
    • A considerate and cooperative manner.

     

    Compensation & Training:

     

    • Competitive Base + personal performance bonus and other discretionary bonus (bonus target to be 25% - 50% of base!).
    • If Full-time/W2: Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave.
    • Work from home environment; freedom, with responsibility.


    Reach out to me, and send a resume!

    Julian Schrenzel | President & CEO | DyNexus Recruiting & Staffing
    julians@dynexusgroup.com | P 206-466-1342 https://www.linkedin.com/in/schrenzel


  • October 04, 2018 3:22 PM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Washington Federal is hiring.  Here are some opportunities in Seattle.

  • October 04, 2018 3:21 PM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Position Summary

    The Sr. Talent Management Director will partner with senior leaders to understand business and talent prioirities, assess industry trends and create a global talent strategy which will include: Talent management, Learning & Development (for leaders, managers and employees), Change management, Performance management, Culture and OD.

    At F5, our mission is based on the fact that businesses depend on apps. Whether it’s apps that help connect businesses to their customers or apps that help employees do their jobs—we make sure apps are always available and secure, anywhere. The world’s largest enterprises, service providers, financial and educational institutions, government entities, and consumer brands rely on F5 to stay ahead of security, cloud, and mobility trends

    Responsibilities

    As the Sr. Talent Management Director, you will be responsible for partnering with the HR generalist organization, the COE organizations (GTA, D&I, Comp & Benefits, etc), as well as key business leaders to:

    · Analyze and translate F5's strategic objectives into people priorities while driving the following key areas:

    o Talent management and Learning & Development

    o Change management

    o Performance management

    o Culture

    o OD

    · Define and land organization, talent, leadership, culture and change management initiatives (e.g. F5 Cultural evolution, Leadership framework and philosophy, Management Excellence strategy, Talent Management Rhythm of the Business, Change management strategies, etc)

    · Harmonize end-to-end quarterly and annual talent processes to include assessment of senior talent and org capability, strengths and gaps, identification of themes, succession planning and recommendations

    · Embed leadership and management capability-building and development initiatives, and track results

    · Define performance management strategy and approach

    · Execute a data driven approach to drive large scale talent initiatives, organization interventions and change management efforts

    · Analyze internal/external data, identify trends, implications and possible solutions

    · Build and implement progressive and innovative methods for career development

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    · Deep talent and change management experience with demonstrated strategic planning, portfolio management, and execution skills in a global enterprise environment (ideally both Corporate and Consulting)

    · Adaptability, flexibility and the ability to deal with ambiguity associated with working in a fast paced and changing environment

    · Demonstrated excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem resolution & decision-making skills

    · Strong oral and written communication skills

    · Ability to work effectively throughout the organization, from executives to individual contributors and with internal and external partners

    · Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and to work effectively under pressure with multiple deliverables

    · Strong Executive presentation skills including building meaningful materials and presenting successfully

    · Demonstrated business acumen, curiosity and learner mindset

    · Ability to assess and translate business strategies & workforce implications, and identify relevant solutions

    · Amazing people and org leader who is a strong assessor of talent & able to coach for development, with impressive consultative and facilitation skills

    · Proven ability to influence senior leaders

    · Strong knowledge of talent analytics, organizational design and development principles, strategic planning and change management methodologies

    · Large scale project management skills

    · Experience evolving a performance management approach at scale

    Qualifications

    · 12+ years in related Human Resources roles, with prior experience working in Talent Management, Change management, Culture, OD and Performance management

    · Both Generalist and Center experience is a plus

    · Related BS/BA degree and Masters in HR or OD or MBA strongly preferred

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  • October 04, 2018 3:14 PM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    R.D. Merrill is committed to creating a culture of learning. We are looking for an experienced Instructional Designer to help us enter the age of engagement by creating a Best in Class training program.

    Our Instructional Designer will apply adult learning theories and instructional design methodology to research, recommend, produce and edit training materials for a variety of delivery methods and audiences. They will work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify training needs and provide viable solutions. This position must have a strong understanding of how to leverage available technologies and other modern methods used for curriculum design and delivery, while supporting our development standards and organizational initiatives.

    Requirements

    B.A. or B.S. Degree in Education or Instructional Design, or equivalent work experience.

    3+ years of instructional design and training program development experience.

    2+ years of experience working with or using an LMS.

    Knowledge of learning development software and learning management systems.

    Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, an eye for detail, and high level of personal accountability.

    Strong listening skills and ability to ask clarifying questions.

    A desire to maintain consistency but willing to challenge the status quo with new innovative ideas.

    Enjoy splitting time working in both a team environment and independently.

    We offer some of the best benefits and compensation in the industry including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401 (k), life insurance, PTO, holidays, and an EAP program. Apply now to join one of the most respected companies in the country!

    R.D. Merrill is a privately held, 5th generation family company with a proud history of success.

    Through innovative programs and a determined commitment to residents and team members, Merrill Gardens and Pillar Properties are exceptional places to build your career.

    Learn more at www.merrillgardens.com and www.pillarproperties.com


  • September 04, 2018 9:52 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Invista is seeking a Project Manager to support an ERP software implementation at a state agency in the Tacoma area. Required: prior ERP software experience in PM role, excellent communication skills, ability to work with variety of stakeholders, fluent in MS Project and the MS Suite. Approximately 24/hours per week and up to 18 months of project work.

    Please send resume. Interviews will be held immediately for approved and qualified candidates.

    253-583-8860

    dsosnowski@invistaperforms.org


  • September 04, 2018 9:51 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Status: FTE

    Career Level: Experienced

    Relevant Work Experience: 3-5 years’ experience

    Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

    Travel Requirements: None

    Industry: Telecommunications/Wireless

    Location: Kirkland, WA

    Bluetooth SIG is seeking a fulltime Instructional Designer with a particular emphasis on building elearning/virtual learning experiences. Use your instructional design skills and demonstrated best practices in adult learning to become an integral part of exciting training initiatives for a multi-national, multi-cultural audience.

    Please provide a resume and link to a portfolio or samples of work when applying. A portfolio or samples of work containing proprietary information will not be considered.

    Roles and Responsibilities

    Instructional Design

    Applies knowledge of instructional design theory and adult learning best practices to advocate for and design course content, working with subject matter experts as an eLearning specialist

    In collaboration with the Director of Training and Development, develop quality instructional design standards to be applied to projects for a global audience. Applies these quality standards to every project.

    Establish templates and style guides, driving the look and feel of Bluetooth SIG’s virtual learning experiences.

    Develop storyboards, virtual learning experiences, job aids, scripts, videos, and other instructional materials that achieve business and performance goals

    Training Department Support

    Collaborates with Director of Training and Development on an overall program for asynchronous training within the Bluetooth SIG

    Displays professionalism at all times when consulting and collaborating across the organization and with global membership

    Provides timely feedback to internal customers on the performance of training courses, recommends changes and enhancements, develops plans to address performance gaps, and ensures transparency and communication to all the appropriate parties

    Maintains and updates course, job aid or video content as per identified need.

    Performs other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed

    Project Management

    Organizes projects appropriately to accomplish deliverables while adhering to scope and timeline

    Acts with an owner mentality throughout the entire project cycle, including: facilitating needs intake sessions, making recommendations based on adult learning and effectiveness best practices, developing prototypes, storyboards, scripts, job aids, Knowledge Base articles, eLearning module and video creation, facilitating timely and managing effective SME and user feedback cycles within the agreed-upon timelines.

    Modifies existing training curriculum, content, materials, job aids, etc. to meet learning needs by reviewing program evaluations, test results, and participant and manager feedback on training effectiveness

    Designs, implements, and reports back on evaluation strategies and tools to determine whether desired learning and performance outcomes are achieved.

    Skills and Requirements

    Experience working with complex content and designing eLearning or asynchronous learning experiences for a global audience

    Demonstrates ability to use judgement in advocating for and selecting learning solutions to address behavior change.

    Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Ability to give and receive constructive feedback; experience with making judicious decisions regarding SME and user feedback.

    Demonstrates strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

    Knowledge of instructional technologies and is demonstrably proficient in the use of eLearning tools such as video editing software, Captivate, Storyline and Camtasia

    Demonstrated proficiency of instructional systems design and adult learning principals

    Experience with implementation and testing of adult learning principals

    Demonstrates proficiency in implementing best practices in adult learning into design

    Self-motivated, organized and meticulous attention to detail; has an owner mentality of the work

    Accountable team player

    Familiar with agile development methodology

    Preferred Skills and Requirements

    Experience developing training in the technology industry or persons with a technical background

    Experience working with complex content and designing training for multiple delivery modalities (traditional classroom, online classroom, and self-paced eLearning modules) for a global audience

    Instructional designers with experience publishing to a HTML5 output, using JavaScript in design and/or xAPI in tracking

    https://www.bluetooth.com/careers#instructionaldesigner

  • August 21, 2018 6:52 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Are you a learning and development professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for contributing to the success of others success through their professional development? If you thrive in a collaborative team environment and are motivated to help us make a difference at Washington Federal, this position may be for you!

    The Learning and Development Coordinator is responsible for the execution of program excellence through organizational skills and a strong attention to detail. This role supports a team of 12 in the delivery of courses across Washington Federal’s regional footprint (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah). The L&D Coordinator will work closely with the Director of Learning and Development and other team members to ensure seamless execution of programs that are delivered by the Learning and Development team.

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Works closely with Director of Learning and Development Manager to ensure flawless delivery of all classes, programs and projects.
    • Takes ownership for identifying the details of each class, program ad project.
    • Plans for onsite and virtual trainings.
    • Looks ahead so that classes and virtual classes are ready for delivery.
    • Supports a highly performing team in being even better!
    • Schedules events and communications as necessary
    • Produces reports on scheduled events.
    • Improves process efficiencies.
    • Supports facilitators in live and virtual classroom delivery.
    • Stays current on all assigned eLearning courses.

    Key Competencies for Success

    • Ability to manage the details of projects, schedules and deliverables.
    • Works well independently or with minimum direction.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Desire to be a part of and support a high performing team.
    • Strong understanding and appreciation of Washington Federal’s policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

    Required Qualifications

    • Experience for managing detailed projects, preferably in a learning and development environment but not necessary.
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Travel less than 10% of the time.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Financial industry or retail banking experience preferred but not necessary.
    • Learning and Development experience preferred but not necessary.

    Knowledge and Skills

    • Excellent verbal and written communication
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Ability to work both independently and in teams, with minimal supervision.
    • Tech savvy, and able to independently problem solve or troubleshoot.
    • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn programs, software and systems and effectively train others.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a complex workload and aggressive schedules in order to meet deadlines.
    • Self-motivated with solid organizational, time management and administrative skills.


  • August 21, 2018 6:50 AM | ATDps Admin (Administrator)

    Are you a learning and development professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for contributing to the success of others success through their professional development? If you thrive in a collaborative team environment and are motivated to help us make a difference at Washington Federal, this position may be for you!

    The Learning and Development Specialist is a role that is transforming Washington Federal through professional development at all levels throughout the company. This dynamic role involves equal parts curriculum development and facilitation (live and live virtual) with some project management. The L&D Specialist will work closely with the Director of Learning and Development and other team members to develop a wide range of courses that will cover soft skills, technical skills and internal policies and procedures.

    As a “Company ambassador” and role model, the Learning and Development Specialist will lead by example in upholding our core values and helping others to “Love what you do. Make a difference.” We aspire to achieve the vision to be “the most trusted and highly recommended regional bank in the markets we serve.”

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Works closely with Director of Learning and Development Manager and team to develop appropriate curriculum for audience needs. Develops and delivers effective and consistent training across the organization.
    • Takes ownership of assigned learning projects, ensuring content is approved, documented, maintained, customized, updated, and completed to a specified schedule.
    • Participates in needs assessments as necessary.
    • Develops certification exams as assigned.
    • Design content according to a specified design model.
    • Demonstrates a thorough understanding of course content, delivery methods and materials prior to training.
    • Demonstrates an effort to understand and anticipate audience needs; gathers information to adjust or customize for specific audience.
    • Communicates regional needs to Director of Learning and Development.
    • Conducts training sessions in an open, friendly, and professional environment in order to maximize participant engagement and learning.
    • Employs Adult Learning theory in order to impart learning for maximum impact.
    • Provides suggestions for ongoing improvement to courses, with the help of classroom experience, evaluations, and participant feedback.
    • Responsibly uses and maintains classroom facilities, equipment, supplies, and other related materials including the virtual learning platform.
    • Provides exemplary internal customer service through a strong commitment to excellence, professional conduct and team collaboration.
    • Participates fully with other team members; supporting one another’s success.
    • Undertakes approximately 25% travel to provide face-to-face training and meet with stakeholders in various locations across Washington Federal’s regional footprint ((Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah).
    • Stays current on all assigned eLearning courses.

    Key Competencies for Success

    • Ability to manage projects, schedules and deliverables to a specified time frame.
    • Exceptional facilitation skills for effective classroom training both live and live virtual.
    • Ability and/or interest in curriculum design.
    • An ability to develop strong relationships across the organization and within the region as a part of the Learning and Development team.
    • Desire to be a part of a high performing team
    • Strong understanding and appreciation of Washington Federal’s policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

    Required Qualifications

    • A minimum of 3 to 5 years in learning and development with at least 2 years of experience in facilitation or curriculum design.
    • Proven classroom management skills with experience in training groups of 12 or more.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Willingness to travel 25% of the time.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Financial industry or retail banking experience preferred but not necessary.

    Knowledge and Skills

    • Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
    • Excellent platform presence.
    • Ability to work both independently and in teams, with minimal supervision.
    • Tech savvy, with the ability to independently problem solve or troubleshoot.
    • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn material and/or systems and effectively train others.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a complex workload and aggressive schedules in order to meet deadlines.
    • Self-motivated with solid organizational, time management and administrative skills.


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