University of Maryland

Training Developer Specialist

University of Maryland$83K — $99K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • 3 years of relevant experience (substitution allowed for additional experience).
  • Prior experience in higher education is preferred.
  • Experience developing training materials like presentations and e-learning modules.
  • Familiarity with enterprise systems like Workday.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high-quality training content.
  • Create user guides and presentations for various learning formats.
  • Produce e-learning modules and microlearning videos.
  • Collaborate with the Elevate team on training initiatives.
  • Facilitate training sessions for diverse audiences.

Benefits

  • Access to university resources and training programs.
  • Opportunity for professional development within a dynamic team.
  • Collaborative work environment on a university campus.
Full Job Description
This position is available within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).

Join our Elevate team to be part of the transformation to the next generation of student services computing at the University of Maryland (UMD). We are seeking an experienced professional to serve as a Training Developer Specialist for the Elevate team.

This role designs and develops high-quality training content, including e-learning modules, user guides, presentations, microlearning videos.

The Training Developer Specialist receives direct supervision from the Training Lead but is expected to work across the Elevate team as necessary.

Required Application Materials:

Applications missing below material will NOT be considered
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • List of Three References


Preferences:
  • Ability to operate effectively within a larger project workstream, contributing independently while collaborating closely with other training developers and project team members.
  • Prior experience working within a higher-education environment (institutional, consulting, or system implementation) is strongly preferred.
  • Experience developing storyboards, and designing and authoring training materials such as user guides, presentations, e-learning modules, etc.
  • Demonstrated facilitation skills, capable of delivering complex, technical information to a broad range of audiences.
  • Familiarity with Workday or similar large enterprise systems.
  • Collaborative and detail-oriented, with the ability to work effectively with project team members and campus stakeholders in fast-moving environments.
  • Experience with tools including Camtasia, Articulate, and Snag-it.


Additional Information:

Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
  • DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
  • F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position


Physical Demands:

Normal office environment - Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negotiable amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to travel around campus for meetings and to attend to duties.

Best Consideration Date:

October 2, 2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in related field.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of organizational principles and time management practices.
Skill in project management, including planning, coordinating, tracking progress, and ensuring successful completion of initiatives within established timelines.

Skill in verbal and written communication to clearly convey information, prepare correspondence, and interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to analyze complex information, identify issues, and evaluate options.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail.

Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position

Department
DIT-ERP-Enterprise Resource Planning

Worker Sub-Type
Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range
$83,200 - $99,840

Benefits Summary

For more information on Staff Contractual CII benefits, select this link .

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

About University of Maryland

The University of Maryland is a public research university in College Park, Maryland. Founded in 1856, it is the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland. The university offers 127 undergraduate majors and 112 graduate programs, and is classified among 'R1: Doctoral Universities ? Very high research activity'. The university has a strong focus on research, with more than $1 billion in annual research expenditures. It is also known for its athletic programs, particularly its basketball team, the Maryland Terrapins.
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