House of Refuge, Inc.
Learning & Development Specialist - HR
House of Refuge, Inc., Arizona City, Arizona, United States, 85123
Reports To:
CFO Employment Type:
Full-Time FLSA Status:
Exempt Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Position Summary The ideal candidate is a results-oriented Learning & Development Specialist – HR who drives the organization’s employee development initiatives. This role is responsible for leading onboarding training and staff development programs. The candidate is an expert at designing multi-modal learning paths and conducting high-impact instructor-led training (ILT) that ensure immediate on-the-job application. By leveraging adult learning principles and data-driven gap analyses, the Learning & Development Specialist – HR will empower our teams to bridge skill gaps and cultivate a culture of continuous professional growth.
Additionally, the role administers HR procedures, supporting the onboarding and offboarding processes as well as the compliance with organizational policies.
The position plays a key role in maintaining a compliant, well-trained, and engaged workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities Learning & Development Responsibilities
Coordinate the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s learning and development strategy
Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs aligned with organizational goals, compliance requirements, and staff development
Develop and curate learning content, including onboarding materials, compliance training, and role-specific development resources
Onboarding & Core Training Programs
Lead the learning and development components of onboarding, including orientation and initial general training
Design and maintain training curricula for required and ongoing staff education
Ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements
Learning Systems & Evaluation
Coordinate the organization’s selection of a Learning Management System (LMS) and administer the system on an ongoing basis
Track participation, completion rates, and learning outcomes
Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on feedback and data
Staff Development & Culture
Support leadership and managers with professional development initiatives, workshops, and learning plans
Promote a culture of continuous learning aligned with the organization’s values and mission
Support employee engagement initiatives through learning and development programming
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and compliance documentation
Provide training-related documentation for audits, funders, and regulatory reviews
Human Resources Responsibilities Human Resources Administration
Support recruitment activities, including job postings, interview coordination, and hiring documentation
Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding processes
Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and HR records
Process employee status changes, promotions, and terminations
Serve as a point of contact for routine HR inquiries
Supports performance review process
Policy, Compliance & Records
Administer and communicate HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook requirements
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Coordinate employee acknowledgments and required documentation
Assist with HR audits and internal reporting
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all HR matters
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Design, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2–4 years of experience in training facilitation, presentation and delivery
2–4 years of experience in HR administration
2–4 years of experience administering training programs and LMS platforms
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
Skilled at delivering instructor-led training (ILT) with a focus on adult learning principles, ensuring group discussions are aligned with organizational learning objectives
Knowledge of basic employment laws and HR best practices
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
Project management experience
Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly to support training, documentation, and process improvement
Preferred
Experience implementing a new LMS platform.
Experience designing and implementing adult learning and training programs
Experience developing onboarding programs, compliance training, and professional development curricula
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
Occasional lifting of training materials (up to 25 lbs.)
Ability to attend meetings and training sessions as needed
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 40 hours/week.
Compensation Range
$55,000 - $60,000
To apply Please visit https://houseofrefuge.org/careers/ or email your resume to hr@houseofrefuge.org
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CFO Employment Type:
Full-Time FLSA Status:
Exempt Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Position Summary The ideal candidate is a results-oriented Learning & Development Specialist – HR who drives the organization’s employee development initiatives. This role is responsible for leading onboarding training and staff development programs. The candidate is an expert at designing multi-modal learning paths and conducting high-impact instructor-led training (ILT) that ensure immediate on-the-job application. By leveraging adult learning principles and data-driven gap analyses, the Learning & Development Specialist – HR will empower our teams to bridge skill gaps and cultivate a culture of continuous professional growth.
Additionally, the role administers HR procedures, supporting the onboarding and offboarding processes as well as the compliance with organizational policies.
The position plays a key role in maintaining a compliant, well-trained, and engaged workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities Learning & Development Responsibilities
Coordinate the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s learning and development strategy
Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs aligned with organizational goals, compliance requirements, and staff development
Develop and curate learning content, including onboarding materials, compliance training, and role-specific development resources
Onboarding & Core Training Programs
Lead the learning and development components of onboarding, including orientation and initial general training
Design and maintain training curricula for required and ongoing staff education
Ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements
Learning Systems & Evaluation
Coordinate the organization’s selection of a Learning Management System (LMS) and administer the system on an ongoing basis
Track participation, completion rates, and learning outcomes
Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on feedback and data
Staff Development & Culture
Support leadership and managers with professional development initiatives, workshops, and learning plans
Promote a culture of continuous learning aligned with the organization’s values and mission
Support employee engagement initiatives through learning and development programming
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, and compliance documentation
Provide training-related documentation for audits, funders, and regulatory reviews
Human Resources Responsibilities Human Resources Administration
Support recruitment activities, including job postings, interview coordination, and hiring documentation
Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding processes
Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and HR records
Process employee status changes, promotions, and terminations
Serve as a point of contact for routine HR inquiries
Supports performance review process
Policy, Compliance & Records
Administer and communicate HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook requirements
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Coordinate employee acknowledgments and required documentation
Assist with HR audits and internal reporting
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all HR matters
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Instructional Design, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2–4 years of experience in training facilitation, presentation and delivery
2–4 years of experience in HR administration
2–4 years of experience administering training programs and LMS platforms
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
Skilled at delivering instructor-led training (ILT) with a focus on adult learning principles, ensuring group discussions are aligned with organizational learning objectives
Knowledge of basic employment laws and HR best practices
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
Project management experience
Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly to support training, documentation, and process improvement
Preferred
Experience implementing a new LMS platform.
Experience designing and implementing adult learning and training programs
Experience developing onboarding programs, compliance training, and professional development curricula
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
Occasional lifting of training materials (up to 25 lbs.)
Ability to attend meetings and training sessions as needed
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 40 hours/week.
Compensation Range
$55,000 - $60,000
To apply Please visit https://houseofrefuge.org/careers/ or email your resume to hr@houseofrefuge.org
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