YMCA of the USA
Learning and Leadership Development Specialist
LMS
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YMCA of the Triangle Area is hiring a Learning and Leadership Development Specialist. This role manages and optimizes learning programs and systems to support staff onboarding, training, and professional development by leveraging the Learning Management System and other tools to align with organizational needs and mission policies.
Highlights
- Manage and support staff development programs including training calendars, registration, and reporting.
- Create, update, and implement training content aligned with organizational learning priorities.
- Lead user experience improvements and administration of the Learning Management System (LMS), including partnerships and technology integration.
- Provide logistical and system support for facilitators to deliver effective learning experiences.
- Coordinate regional and Association learning event logistics and support cross-departmental project teams.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or 1-2 years experience managing LMS.
- Strong oral, written, and public speaking skills are required.
- Demonstrated program and personnel development experience and ability to manage staff and programs.
- Multi-lingual skills desired but not required.
- Salary offered is $43,888.00 annually.
Learning and Leadership Development Specialist Full Description
Learning and Leadership Devlopment Specialist
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YMCA
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Salary
$43,888.00
Resumes Accepted Until
January 30, 2026
The YMCA Of The Triangle is hiring a Learning and Leadership development Specialist.
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Sr. Director of Learning & Leadership Experience, the Learning and Leadership Development Specialist is accountable for managing and optimizing learning programs and systems that support staff onboarding, training and professional development. This position will focus on leveraging the Learning Management System (LMS) and other learning tools to support effective learning strategies that meet individual and organizational needs. The Learning and Leadership Development Specialist is responsible for managing those functions in accordance with the stated mission and policies established by the administrative staff, governing committees, and Board of Directors of the YMCA.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred or 1-2 years experience managing and supporting Learning Management systems.
- Experienced and passionate about creating and fostering communities and relationship building through programs.
- Demonstrated experience in program and personnel development.
- Ability to effectively manage staff and programs.
- Exceptional oral, public speaking, and written communication skills.
- Possess a high level of organization, ability to prioritize and possess the capacity to respond and handle multiple tasks appropriately in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
- Requires a positive attitude, high level of initiative and professionalism, and enjoy working in and creating a strong team environment.
- Demonstrate initiative, effectively prioritize, and possess strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Multi-lingual desired but not required.
Essential Functions
Learning Operations & Program Support
- Coordinates and supports program management for staff development, including training calendars, registration, class setup, materials, supplies, tracking, and reporting.
- Assists with post-training follow-up, including communications and learner satisfaction surveys, to extend learning beyond the classroom.
- Maintains comprehensive records of professional development activities, ensuring accurate, organized, and accessible tracking across the Association.
- Provides logistical and system support to ensure facilitators have the resources needed to deliver effective and engaging learning experiences.
Content Development & Training Support
- Creates, updates, and implements training content in alignment with Association needs and learning priorities,
- Supports the planning and execution of key learning events, including the Global Leadership Summit and the All4One annual staff meeting.
- Promotes Y-USA leadership and program certifications and supports staff in accessing required learning pathways.
Learning Management Systems & Technology
- Leads user experience improvements within the LMS, including software optimization, site architecture, content moderation, and taxonomy application.
- Manages LMS partnerships (UKG, Y-USA Learning Center) to enhance access to virtual learning, self-paced modules, and innovative technology solutions.
- Provides thought leadership in leveraging LMS capabilities and emerging technologies—including AI—to strengthen career and leadership development.
- Develops and oversees LMS reporting processes, ensuring data-driven insights into learning effectiveness and utilization.
- Serves as the Association’s LinkedIn Learning administrator, connecting courses to learning pathways and supporting staff in navigating the platform.
Collaboration & Association Support
- Coordinates host-site logistics for regional and Association learning events, positioning the YMCA as a leader in professional development.
- Supports cross-departmental project teams to ensure smooth execution of learning initiatives and organizational events.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
