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Pekin Insurance is hiring a Training Specialist II. The role requires assessing training needs, designing learning programs, and delivering training that enhances employee performance while aligning with company values. It involves developing and organizing training content and collaborating with leaders across departments to facilitate professional development.

Highlights

Main responsibilities include identifying skill gaps, designing training content, and delivering training programs.
Required skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) designation is preferred.
Compensation ranges from $74,000 to $92,000 annually, depending on experience and skills.
Essential qualifications include a bachelor's degree in business or human resources and 5+ years of related experience.
Benefits offered include Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, a generous 401(k) match, PTO with Paid Holidays, and a Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule.
The role requires managing logistical and administrative aspects of training delivery and maintaining training records within the LMS.

Training Specialist II Full Description

Training Specialist II

Job Category: Human Resources

Requisition Number: TRAIN002907

Full-Time

Locations

Pekin, IL - Hybrid | Pekin, IL - Hybrid

2505 Court St

Pekin, IL 61554, USA

Description

Looking for more than just a job? You’ve found it.

At Pekin Insurance, you’re not a number—you’re part of something bigger. For over 100 years, we’ve built a community where people are valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Here, you’ll find a workplace where collaboration is real, ideas are welcome, and the work you do truly matters. We’re proud to help people through life’s toughest moments—and it’s our people who make that possible.

From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, take on meaningful challenges, and grow in ways that matter to you.

This is your opportunity to belong, thrive, and make a difference—right here at Pekin Insurance.

See what Pekin Insurance has to offer by viewing a short video here.

Position Overview

As a Training Specialist II, you will be a key contributor in shaping a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization. In this role, you will assess training needs at all levels, design engaging and effective learning programs, and deliver training that enhances employee performance while reinforcing our company’s core values.

You’ll have the opportunity to blend creativity with strategy—developing and organizing training content using a mix of new resources, existing materials, and industry best practices. This position offers meaningful collaboration with leaders and employees across departments through curriculum development, course facilitation, and enrollment coordination.

If you're passionate about helping people grow and thrive in their roles, and enjoy creating impactful learning experiences, this role is for you.

Essential Job Functions

Partners with leaders and employees to identify skill gaps and training needs related to evolving business initiatives, technology changes, and operational challenges
Conducts comprehensive training needs analyses to inform the design of effective, targeted learning solutions
Designs and develops engaging training content using industry research, internal knowledge, and evaluation of external vendors and resources
Delivers impactful training programs for employees at all levels, utilizing a variety of methods including in-person instruction, virtual facilitation, and digital learning tools
Leads the development of the company's learning and development strategy and create metrics and reports to assess training effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals
Coordinates the company’s insurance education program, including course planning, enrollment management, and communication with employees and vendors, to support professional development and industry certification goals
Develops post-training support materials to reinforce learning and enable ongoing skill application on the job
Prepares training environments (physical and virtual), ensuring facilitators have all required materials, equipment, and support for a seamless experience
Manages logistical and administrative aspects of training delivery, including scheduling, enrollment, communication, and location coordination
Aligns training schedules with business needs, and maintains accurate training records and reporting within the Learning Management System (LMS)
Tracks and manages training budgets, providing leadership with detailed reporting and analysis of training-related expenditures
Stays current on trends and best practices in learning and development through continuous learning, professional reading, and participation in industry organizations
Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources field or equivalent experience
Typically requires 5+ years of experience in related field
Prior experience in the learning and development field

Certifications & Licenses

Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) designation preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to:

Process and handle confidential information with discretion
Completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Put together and present classes to large groups of adult learners
Adapt to changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, and work environment
Work as a team member and follow directions
Maintain effective interpersonal relationships
Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines

Demonstrated skill in:

Collecting and analyzing complex data

Demonstrated knowledge of:

Microsoft Office software

Salary Range:

$74,000 – $92,000 per year
- This range is based on the expected level of experience and skills for this position. Final compensation will depend on individual qualifications.

Benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) with Paid Holidays
Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule
Paid Volunteer Program

Original Job Description

Training Specialist II

Job Category: Human Resources

Requisition Number: TRAIN002907

Full-Time

Locations

Pekin, IL - Hybrid | Pekin, IL - Hybrid

2505 Court St

Pekin, IL 61554, USA

Description

Looking for more than just a job? You’ve found it.

From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, take on meaningful challenges, and grow in ways that matter to you.

This is your opportunity to belong, thrive, and make a difference—right here at Pekin Insurance.

See what Pekin Insurance has to offer by viewing a short video here.

Position Overview

If you're passionate about helping people grow and thrive in their roles, and enjoy creating impactful learning experiences, this role is for you.

Essential Job Functions

Partners with leaders and employees to identify skill gaps and training needs related to evolving business initiatives, technology changes, and operational challenges
Conducts comprehensive training needs analyses to inform the design of effective, targeted learning solutions
Designs and develops engaging training content using industry research, internal knowledge, and evaluation of external vendors and resources
Delivers impactful training programs for employees at all levels, utilizing a variety of methods including in-person instruction, virtual facilitation, and digital learning tools
Leads the development of the company's learning and development strategy and create metrics and reports to assess training effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals
Coordinates the company’s insurance education program, including course planning, enrollment management, and communication with employees and vendors, to support professional development and industry certification goals
Develops post-training support materials to reinforce learning and enable ongoing skill application on the job
Prepares training environments (physical and virtual), ensuring facilitators have all required materials, equipment, and support for a seamless experience
Manages logistical and administrative aspects of training delivery, including scheduling, enrollment, communication, and location coordination
Aligns training schedules with business needs, and maintains accurate training records and reporting within the Learning Management System (LMS)
Tracks and manages training budgets, providing leadership with detailed reporting and analysis of training-related expenditures
Stays current on trends and best practices in learning and development through continuous learning, professional reading, and participation in industry organizations
Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources field or equivalent experience
Typically requires 5+ years of experience in related field
Prior experience in the learning and development field

Certifications & Licenses

Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) designation preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to:

Process and handle confidential information with discretion
Completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Put together and present classes to large groups of adult learners
Adapt to changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, and work environment
Work as a team member and follow directions
Maintain effective interpersonal relationships
Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines

Demonstrated skill in:

Collecting and analyzing complex data

Demonstrated knowledge of:

Microsoft Office software

Salary Range:

$74,000 – $92,000 per year
- This range is based on the expected level of experience and skills for this position. Final compensation will depend on individual qualifications.

Benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) with Paid Holidays
Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule
Paid Volunteer Program

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