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About this Service

Welcome to the Job Referral Service of the Charlotte Area chapter of ASTD. We hope you find it useful, and welcome your comments. ASTD chapter members seeking training opportunities (full-time, part-time, contract, or volunteer) can search through the available job listings and respond. Employers seeking top-notch, highly qualified training and HRD professionals can have their job opportunities posted here. Top of page

How to Apply

The job listings on this page are capsule summaries of current job opportunities. Here's how to pursue the job(s) listed here:
  1. Note the Job ID Number for the job(s) you are interested in.
  2. Contact Amy Horne, our Job Referral Service chairperson, by phone or by email. Provide Amy with your contact information (name, phone) and the Job ID numbers of the jobs you are interested in.
    • amyphorne@bellsouth.net
    • We will send you (by phone or email) the necessary job contact information so that you may make application with the employer(s).
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Submitting a Job Opportunity

We welcome all employers to our site and thank you for your patronage. Listing your job opportunity here gives you targeted access to hundreds of Charlotte area training and HRD professionals. Contact our Job Referral Service chairperson, Amy Horne, to submit your job: To have your job listed, provide at least the following information:
  • Confidential information, which will not be posted:
    • company name
    • contact person's name (the person submitting this job listing)
    • contact person's telephone number
    • contact person's email address
    • how to apply for the job
  • Public information, which may be posted:
    • job title
    • location
    • employment status:
      • full time or part time
      • permanent or temporary
      • employee or contract
      • paid or volunteer
    • salary
    • percentage of overnight travel
    • job description
    • required skills, experience, degrees, certifications, etc.
Employers often have job description documents containing all this information, which we can accept by fax. After you have submitted the job information, it will be assigned a job listing number. A capsule summary of the job will be created and posted within 3 business days. (We reserve the right to edit your submitted text.) Interested ASTD members will contact us for the information necessary to apply for the job. If you wish to make changes to the posted listing, or wish to have it removed, contact us in the manner described above. Again, thank you for your patronage!
Date Posted Job ID Job Title
On-going -- National ASTD Job Bank
On-going 265 Training and OD nationwide;
For current listings-see below.
On-going 279 Local Links
Jan. 1 593 Senior-level Corporate Education and Training Opportunity
Jan. 1 594 Training Specialist
Jan. 27 595 Consultant - Learning Strategy
Feb. 16 597 Learning and Development Manager
March 13 600 Corporate Training Supervisor
March 13 601 Chief Learning Officer
May 15 602 Instructional Designer
May 23 603 Sales Coach Consultant
May 23 604 Instructional Designer
June 10 605 Sr. Associate Technical Trainer
June 10 606 Training Specialist
August 12 607 Training Developer
About the Job Referral Service
How to Apply
Submitting a Job Opportunity
Job ID Number 607
Job Title Training Developer
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience --
Overnight Travel 40%
Job Description Job description:

The EDP Instructional Designer Trainer designs, develops and delivers training materials designed to support the deployment of Oracle. As an Instructional Designer, this person is expected to actively participate in the creation and maintenance of learning content across virtual and print media.

Where necessary, design and develop training materials to support the deployment of Oracle

  • Become knowledgeable about each of the customized Oracle Systems Courses
  • Develop learning materials using User Productivity Kit (UPK) and MS Word
  • Develop eLearning content using Captivate and Articulate
  • Ensure training content is designed and developed using sound ISD principles and engages the ADDIE methodology appropriately
  • Maintain existing instructional materials across multiple formats including web-based, print based and virtual learning sessions
  • Engage Subject Matter Experts on configurations and data setups
  • Provide input into, review and validation of end user training materials during localization
  • Learn relevant business processes
  • Reinforce change management and communications processes as identified by the Director of Organizational Readiness
  • Develop and maintain learning materials based on a multi-plant, multi-year global Oracle 11i implementation
  • Complete audience, needs and task analysis to develop training solutions
  • Customize training solutions to meet line of business specific needs
  • Evaluate end user feedback and metrics in order to identify potential areas of improvement for assigned courses and respond quickly to customer and stakeholder issues related to assigned courses or product area(s)


Requirements:

  • Knowledge of instructional Design and adult learning theory
  • Experience developing learning solutions for a large-scale ERP implementation
  • Ability to do needs analysis and propose training solutions
  • Training Delivery and Platform skills
  • Job Aid, Classroom, Software User Material and Self paced training materials development skills.
  • Basic LMS skills
  • Experience with Oracle or other ERP implementations and related training responsibilities.
  • 5-7  years experience with training development using  highly structured instructional methodologies
  • Aptitude and enthusiasm for learning and teaching others
  • Aptitude for computer systems  with advanced application software skills including: Oracle 11i, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Adobe Captivate, Articulate, and Oracle User Productivity Kit (UPK)
  • Excellent communication skills are required
  • Demonstrated excellent technical writing and editing skills
  • Ability to self-direct and self motivate
  • Average 40 % travel will be required


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Job ID Number 606
Job Title Training Specialist
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience --
Overnight Travel 20-30%
Job Description Job description:

Reporting to the Training Coordinator, primary responsibility for this position is ownership of the New Hire Orientation process which includes: Conducting orientation sessions on computer and VoIP phone use for all personnel plus revision and maintenance of orientation documentation and materials. Additional responsibilities include: Customize and deliver training sessions for current staff based on Management and Help Desk input. Training to be conducted via scheduled training sessions, lunchtime learning and e-learni ng modules.  Work with Training Coordinator in assessment, creation, delivery and analysis of training programs to ensure effective and efficient software roll-outs and application upgrades.  Research and evaluate new software and create training documentation. Job Requirements:  Minimum four + years experience in a law firm environment, with at least two years classroom training experience.  Proficiency in all MS Office applications (preferably Office 2007), Interwoven, and Citrix. Prefer expertise in Elite, InterAction, VoIP phones and e-learning methodology.  Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to quickly assess situations and determine client-focused course of action.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Must be able to travel to other firm office locations in North and South Carolina. Approximately 20 - 30 % travel required.  Bachelor's degree preferred.

Requirements:

Job Requirements:  Minimum four + years experience in a law firm environment, with at least two years classroom training experience.  Proficiency in all MS Office applications (preferably Office 2007), Interwoven, and Citrix. Prefer expertise in Elite, InterAction, VoIP phones and e-learning methodology.  Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to quickly assess situations and determine client-focused course of action.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Must be able to travel to other firm office locations in North and South Carolina. Approximately 20 - 30 % travel required.  Bachelor's degree preferred.

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Job ID Number 605
Job Title Sr. Associate Technical Trainer
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience --
Overnight Travel 0-25%
Job Description Job description:

The Senior Associate Technical Trainer will design, develop, and deliver comprehensive instructional programs for financial systems (Oracle and Business Objects). This role will also deliver training related to application enhancements, upgrades and new policies of these systems. This position will also mentor other Technical Trainers and may be assigned the role of Training Lead on projects.

Responsibilities:
Partner with Finance staff (entry level to senior level) to identify potential training opportunities. The Senior Technical Trainer must be self-directed, detail-oriented and eager to learn different applications for the purposes of training our end users to enhance their work performance with the available technology. The Senior Technical Trainer will continuously review documentation to reflect current best practices and uses of the financial applications. Deliver training in a variety of formats including remotely and traditional classroom training. The Senior Trainer is responsible for mentoring other trainers as well as act as a Training Lead on assigned projects.


Requirements:

Qualified applicants will possess a BS/BA in business, education, information systems, or related degree. A minimum of five years experience in developing and delivering effective training on financial and human resources applications such as: Oracle Financials (E-Business Suite 11.5.9) and Business Objects (version 6.5 or higher) is required. Excellent technical writing and facilitator experience required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Graduate-level course work or certification in adult learning preferred. Six Sigma, Lean, Continuous / Process Improvement is highly desirable. Familiarity with Oracle Tutor and/or strong MS Word and documentation skills highly preferred. Experience with Captivate, Flash, Engage, Cold Fusion, Adobe Flex and Articulate is highly desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is essential.

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Job ID Number 604
Job Title Instructional Designer
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job description:

World-class Instructional Designer with a proven track record of driving change through learning. Demonstrated results in practical application of Instructional Design methodologies, adult learning theory and knowledge and best practice sharing.

*       Conduct task, audience, environment, and content analysis

*       Prescribe appropriate learning solutions to meet the needs of business partners

*       Organize content and design learning solutions for various delivery methods

*       Develop content outlines, learning objectives, and evaluation criteria

*       Ensure learning solutions adhere to design specifications and standards prior to business partner review

*       Revise learning solutions based on feedback from business partners

*       Mentor and coach peer Instructional Designers as appropriate to increase Instructional Design and Development skills

*       Raise the bar on existing training programs and curriculums

*       Continually explore methods and techniques that improve quality of learning solutions as well as increased efficiency in the learning process

*       10 % travel



Requirements:

Proven ability to drive change in organizations through learning

*       Experience designing, developing, and implementing training programs

*       Training and curriculum development experience in multiple delivery methods (ILT, WBT, structured writing practices, etc.)

*       Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word & PowerPoint) and WBT development software

*       Experience working in project teams

*       Strong ability to work closely with multiple developers to produce consistent look and feel across multiple components within a learning solution.

*       Strong ability to influence business partners and drive results by developing a comprehensive understanding of customer/client business issues and priorities

*       Bachelors Degree in Instructional Design discipline required.

Desired Skills:

*       Masters degree preferred

*       Experience with developing and measuring training the six sigma way and rapid design and development methods are a plus

*       Knowledgeable regarding performance consulting approach

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Job ID Number 603
Job Title Sales Coach Consultant
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Part-time Contract
Salary: Based on Experience --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job description:

As the premier provider of project management and consulting services, Robbins-Gioia, LLC has earned a worldwide reputation for providing measurable results to support the successful implementation of high-risk, complex endeavors. If you are a highly motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to not only create but implement leading edge strategies and solutions, Robbins-Gioia, LLC has the project management career you have been searching for.

Robbins-Gioia is currently recruiting for the following position: Sales Coach Consultant
Consultant will be responsible for the delivery of a Sales Productivity Improvement Project. This is a fast-paced, dynamic engagement within a specialized group of the financial industry. 18 month, part-time engagement.



Requirements:

  • A minimum of 5 years experience managing a sales team

  • Success as an individual contributor within a sales role

  • Experience/understand consultative selling

  • Experience selling, consulting and interacting with executive level

  • Coaching/Training experience as a third party
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Job ID Number 602
Job Title Instructional Designer
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-time
Salary --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job description:


Experienced instructional designer to design and create adult education related to PeopleSoft enterprise data warehouse web interface application. Collaborate and partner with subject matter experts to develop dynamic learning solutions using a blended approach that includes instructor led, web-based self paced, on-the-job training tools, coaching verifications, etc.

Proven competency in instructional design with expertise in the development of blended learning - instructor led, self paced, web-based, etc. Strong project management skills applied in a business/corporate environment. Experience in all phases of the instructional design process. Superior knowledge of authoring tools, usability and functionality testing methods, as well as course and learner evaluation methodology. Proficiency in MS Office and experience with Macromedia Captivate. Experience in curriculum design, content development and training best practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work well with others.

Requirements:
4+ years experience in Instructional Design, preferably in a business environment

Experience in or familiar with the Cable Telecommunications Industry

Experience developing PeopleSoft learning materials.

MS Office

Macromedia Captivate

Nice to have a Master's degree in Instructional Design or Instructional Technology

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Job ID Number 601
Job Title Chief Learning Officer
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-time
Salary --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job description:

https://www1.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/AXA/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=12727&esid=az

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Job ID Number 600
Job Title Corporate Training Supervisor
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-time
Salary --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job Description:

Responsible for on-going planning, designing, developing, evaluating, and implementing/facilitating courses for both leadership and professional growth to meet the long-term objectives of the Corporate Organizational Development and Training Department Strategic Plan and to meet the needs of various business units. Assist in Organizational Development-focused initiatives, including company-wide needs assessments, and offer solutions to individual and/or organizational performance gaps by staying current in the OD and Training field. Provide training support for Succession Planning and Change Management initiatives. Demonstrate excellent leadership skills by coaching, developing, and providing constructive feedback to peers and mid-level managers on ways to improve business unit performance.

Develop and implement training solutions to improve individual and organizational performance

Develop, coach, and mentor onsite Trainers through Train-the-Trainer programs

Design and implement leadership training coursework for instructor-led, blended learning, and e-learning initiatives

Assist in company-wide needs assessments to identify on-going training needs/gaps and implement training solutions to improve business performance

Evaluate effectiveness of training solutions and implement improvement initiatives

Oversee and supervise training specialist(s) in the development and facilitation of learning content to achieve Corporate Organizational Development and Training objectives

Oversee SAP Training and Events Management system and ensure training records are documented in compliance with company and regulatory agency guidelines

Provide consultation and coaching to managers and supervisors to increase organizational and facility performance

Requirements:

Proficient in needs assessment processes, training methodology, and evaluation

Ability to develop training for both e-learning and facilitator-led training

Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends occasionally and as needed

Ability and willingness to travel to other locations to train, as needed

Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and computer-based training

Familiarity in SAP is strongly desired

Bilingual (English/Spanish) for written and verbal translation is strongly desired

Minimum 3 years experience in a corporate training environment and in leadership development and training, or related field.

Minimum 1 year experience leading a team, managing projects and deadlines, and delegating assignments

BA/BS degree in Training and Development, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or in a related field

Masters Degree in related field is strongly desired

Experience facilitating training to multiple locations, using audio/visual conferencing equipment, is strongly desired

Experience in Strategic Thinking/Planning Process, Leadership Development, Capacity Building and Learning Sustainability, Coaching Process, Team Chartering/Team Building, Change Management, Facilitating Change Processes, Project Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement and Team Empowerment is strongly desired

Physical Requirements

Rarely

(0-12%)

Occasionally

(12-33%)

Frequently

(34-66%)

Regularly

(67-100%)

Seeing:  Must be able to read reports and use computer

100%

Hearing:  Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers

75%

Standing/Walking

50%

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling

33%

Lifting/Pushing/Pulling

12%

Grasping/Feeling:  Must be able to write, type and use phone system

75%

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Job ID Number 597
Job Title Learning and Development Manager
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-time
Salary --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job Description:

This position will manage learning & development initiatives and processes that dramatically improve individual, team, and organizational performance.  Position will collaborate across all locations and functions to focus work and resources on highest ROI opportunities while developing forward strategies and resources with the SPX University team to leverage learning systems and resources across the corporate enterprise.  This leader may be assigned to work with specific SPX business divisions or across the enterprise regionally or globally.  Major focus areas include planning, managing, executing, and evaluating projects which develop SPX management talent to achieve strategic business goals.  Position also supports organizational development and change management initiatives including talent management, performance management, and acquisition/integration activities.  Position reports directly to the Director, Management Development. Manage and execute proactive, world-class, learning programs or interventions that develop high-performing and highly effective managers and senior leaders. Apply performance consulting expertise to support global business leaders and teams to address critical areas of organizational effectiveness.  Builds network of effective relationships with business leaders. Accurately analyze unit business needs and then design, develop & implement a broad range of performance improvement strategies for business leaders, teams and employees to execute their operating plan & grow their business.  This includes performance and learning gap assessment, Impact Mapping, devising measurement and evaluation methods, researching solution/resource options, and delivering solutions that truly hit the mark. Effectively present, facilitate, and communicate with stakeholders, peers, and learners. Contribute to common structures, programs, processes and tools of SPX Learning & Development as a member of the corporate SPX team.  Fosters best practice sharing. Implement leadership assessments, team building, coaching and other development interventions in conjunction with talent reviews and development actions. Provides effective individual 360° feedback.
Contribute to process improvements associated with high-potential talent development, competencies, and performance management. Collaborate across SPX to identify and leverage suppliers including traditional and non-traditional resources. Craft rotational learning/career development programs to accelerate readiness of talent.  Develop processes to ensure beneficial rotational job assignments/experience and effective coaching support by managers. Assist HR and business teams with a variety of performance & organizational improvement initiatives, as needed.


Requirements:

BA/BS degree in organizational development, behavior sciences, education or business.  Masters degree preferred. Five to ten years of relevant global experience in providing leadership and management development programs within a Fortune 500 organization with a track record of outstanding results.  International business and executive development experience preferred. Strong expertise in applying adult learning principles, (ISD) instructional design, program design, development and curriculum planning.  Expertise in and learning delivery alternatives and processes. Experience in leading organizational effectiveness/continuous improvement programs in comparable business environments to improve customer satisfaction, quality, and employee participation. Strong skills in process consulting with senior leaders on organizational improvement objectives, using a variety of diagnostic and intervention methodologies. Strong facilitation skills with demonstrated ability to engage and influence leaders in both small group and platform learning venues. Proven ability to effectively provide 360 feedback and developmental coaching to clients. Familiarity with learning technology ranging from LMS to web-enabled learning solutions in the context of effective instructional design and performance support.
Ability to use research methods to evaluate programs, design tests, surveys and use ROI models. Successful P&L budget experience Successful project management experience. Successful first level management experience. Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% (including global portions) is a MUST.
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Job ID Number 595
Job Title Consultant, Learning Strategy
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Full-time
Salary --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job Description:

The Consultant Learning Strategy is responsible for consultative sales and development of custom solutions for client accounts when the solution includes consulting courseware or unique/undefined/unusual components. The incumbent will collaborate with Product Management to define new products, build awareness of Convergys expertise in the training industry as well as building the consulting expertise of internal teams.

-Provide consulting and training expertise in sales phase to determine client needs.
-Partner with Convergys Sales team on sales opportunities, bringing specific learning expertise to the sales process.
-Identify high-level client requirements and present possible solutions to CXO and VP-level stakeholders.
-Consult with customers, facilitate design sessions, and establish partnerships with customer stakeholders in sales and solution design.
-Establish credibility with the customer corporate leadership team.
-Actively recommend types of training and delivery to best achieve client goals.
-Develop a productive rapport with customer teams and business stakeholders by strategizing client needs, facilitating planning sessions, and confirming expectations on a regular basis.
-Guide clients in making strategic-level design and program planning decisions.
-Use information gleaned in sales and preliminary design process to educate development teams as they initiate project implementation and sales teams as they drive follow-on work.
-Execute on performance consulting components of a statement of work including impact mapping, curriculum design, needs and gap analysis and documentation of the above.
-Design solutions for complex or curriculum-size projects that may include learning in any mode; design course architecture, sequence, treatments, and assessment strategy.
-Develop and present solution design documentation that confirms audience and gap analysis, program objectives, the relationship among program deliverables, and rollout planning requirements.
-Initiate communication with major clients, Convergys operations and project teams, and the CMG Operations Support group in making commitments around design and implementation.
-Facilitate smooth transition of projects to development teams, enabling project teams to gain an understanding of customer requirements and project scope.
-Lead development team to develop best solution given customer technological requirements, budget, and timeline.
-Serve as a coach/mentor to project team to ensure success of project.
-Conduct formative and summative evaluation of learning program to client and Convergys teams, making suggestion for revisions and long-term strategic success.
-Work closely as a strategic contributor to Learning Practice in support of Convergys E-Learning Solutions business goals.
-Guide product and technology strategy for the development of new product offerings.
-Promote thought leadership and industry presence by presenting and contributing to trade shows and publications.




Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in related field from a four-year college or university with eight to ten years related experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience Advanced degree preferred

Candidate Profile:

-Eight-ten years experience in collaborative training development, e-learning sales support, vendor tool evaluation, and/or industry analysis.
-Minimum seven years experience working with clients in a consultative role.
-Ability to make decisions based upon multiple criteria and information from a variety of sources.
-Excellent visual, oral and written communication skills.
-Exceptional interpersonal skills.
-Exceptional client consulting/interfacing skills.
-Must be able to work with any level in the client organization.
-Exceptional meeting facilitation, presentation and presence.
-Proven leadership ability, including leading teams that are not subordinates; experience managing functional groups.
-Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to solve problems and resolve conflict within/between team and client organization.
-Expertise with e-learning industry standards, including AICC, SCORM, IEEE; and technologies including LMS, LCMS, Delivery, and Authoring products.
-Ability to work under deadline pressure and extra hours if needed on assignments; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
-Willingness to travel 25%.
-Proficient with various software applications including Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as synchronous tools (e.g., WebEx).
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Job ID Number 594
Job Title Training Specialist
Location Charlotte, NC
Employment Status Contract/Full-time
Salary --
Overnight Travel --
Job Description Job description:

Provide training development services for computer-based training/instructor-led training courses. Assist in determining training course structure. Design and format training materials, learning guide and job aids. Create storyboard for onlline courses from instructor-led training material. Support communication team with internal and external communications on FRE Program. Communicate status to Project Management on weekly basis. Identify and elevate issues or concerns to Project Managers in a timely manner. Responsible for completing assigned deliverables with high quality and on time. Provide timely response to team members and external requests.

3 - 5 yrs. experience in training design and/or development. Able to work in and contribute to a motivating and supportive team environment. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously. Microsoft Products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, other.
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Job ID Number 593
Job Title Senior-level Corporate Education and Training Opportunity
Location Texas