Training Specialist Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 52667)

Description

Are you passionate about creating impactful learning experiences? The City of Edmonton, specifically Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS), is looking for a dedicated Training Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the vital training and development of EFRS members, directly impacting the safety and service provided to Edmontonians. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy collaborating to build engaging and effective training content, we encourage you to apply!

Reporting to the Dean & Registrar, the Training Specialist I will be instrumental in developing engaging and relevant training and learning materials for Edmonton Fire Rescue Services members. This position involves a collaborative approach, working closely with other training professionals and EFRS subject matter experts to design and develop various learning courses, including classroom, online, practical, and blended formats. You will be responsible for creating multimedia content, analyzing external training programs for potential adoption, and meticulously maintaining training records within the learning management system. This role is key to ensuring that EFRS members receive high-quality, up-to-date training that aligns with their operational needs.

What will you do?

• Design and develop comprehensive classroom, online, practical, and blended learning courses, ensuring they are grounded in adult education principles
• Create diverse multimedia objects, including graphics, photos, and video, to enhance training content
• Prepare instructional aids such as training manuals, handouts, and presentations
• Develop stand-alone online modules or pre-course work for in-person training
• Analyze external training programs and provide recommendations for EFRS adoption
• Copy edit, proofread, and format training documents to maintain consistency and standards
• Collaborate effectively with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure training content is engaging, accurate, and meets the needs of EFRS members
• Coach and advise SMEs on developing course material
• Administer the learning management system (LMS), including course creation, student enrollment, and configuration
• Support document management processes, including maintaining file naming standards
• Verify, input, and document submitted training records into the LMS, external certification portals, or other filing systems
• Report on training records, including completion progress and per-student credentials
• Other duties as assigned