Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As a Talent Development Senior Specialist, you will lead the organization’s talent development initiatives, partnering with internal clients to address their training and development needs. You will manage training projects from start to finish, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of talent development best practices. Your role will involve designing and developing online learning solutions, leading training initiatives with stakeholders and subject matter experts, and evaluating the success of training programs to identify areas for improvement. Additionally, you will support the growth of employees, leaders, and managers, fostering an innovative and productive workplace. Other responsibilities may include supervising and guiding the work of less experienced staff and utilizing effective feedback collection methods to track trends and performance results.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others

• Having ownership in the work you do

• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team

• Demonstrates a high level of proficiency in instructional design strategies

• Experience in developing both in-person and eLearning training deliverables

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Office Suite products

• Preferred proficiency in Articulate Storyline, Rise, or other eLearning development programs

• Strong project management, planning, organizing, and public speaking skills

• Good interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Ability to develop and foster effective professional relationships internally and externally

• Works with guidance and supervision, acting as an informal resource for team members

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in talent development

• Bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, business administration, or related field is preferred

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities

• Receive an excellent 401(k) match

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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