Explore Training Specialist Jobs

Training Specialists help people build the knowledge and skills they need to succeed at work. They assess learning needs, create and deliver training, and evaluate whether programs are effective. Browse vetted Training Specialist opportunities on Ladders, focused on professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Training Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but often include identifying skill gaps, developing instructional materials, facilitating workshops or online learning, coordinating onboarding, and measuring training outcomes. Training Specialists may partner with managers, subject matter experts, and human resources teams to align learning with organizational goals.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong communication, presentation, and project management skills, along with the ability to translate complex information into practical learning. Experience with learning management systems, instructional design, adult learning principles, and training evaluation can be valuable. Requirements may vary by role; some positions favor industry-specific expertise or relevant certifications.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Training Specialist roles are available across industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. With experience, professionals may advance into senior training, instructional design, learning and development management, talent development, or organizational effectiveness roles.

Find Your Next Training Specialist Role

Explore Training Specialist jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities at the $100,000-and-above level. Compare role requirements, identify positions that match your experience, and take the next step in your learning and development career.

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$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of ABA training by overseeing new Behavior Technicians' onboarding, enhancing training quality, and fostering team development to ensure impactful client outcomes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate leadership development by designing impactful programs that foster continuous learning and engagement. Collaborate with teams to implement strategies that enhance employee performance and supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion a culture of continuous learning by designing and implementing leadership development programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance employee skills and performance, ensuring alignment with orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer a culture of continuous learning by designing impactful leadership development programs. Collaborate across teams to enhance employee skills and drive organizational success through innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by advising on training management, analyzing collective training strategies, and ensuring alignment with Army doctrine to enhance mission readiness and effectiveness acro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $132K *

Elevate customer service excellence by designing and delivering impactful training programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance staff capabilities and drive organizational performance through innovativ...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $210K *

Empower the future of SI education by designing and delivering innovative training programs for government and national security organizations, leveraging advanced research and technology to enhance l...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with ARNG commanders to enhance Mission Command training proficiency. Develop and maintain strong mentoring relationships while advising on training strategies across various domains, ensuring...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $105K *

Champion a global training team, standardizing content creation and delivery while mentoring trainers. Drive innovation through AI tools and ensure timely, high-quality training aligned with adult lea...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading training initiatives for a national security program. Oversee curriculum development and ensure quality across multiple projects, collaborating with diverse teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing a comprehensive emergency preparedness training program, ensuring effective delivery and operational excellence while engaging with key stakeholders and overseeing a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you evaluate and enhance training programs, ensuring they meet organizational needs. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative solutions and facilitate impactful training e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $102K *

Shape the future of judicial training by managing and enhancing the Court's staff training program, ensuring compliance with policies while fostering professional development for court personnel throu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering expert training on Geomagic software, enhancing customer proficiency in reverse engineering and inspection workflows. Collaborate with teams across North America while ma...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Champion operational readiness by designing and executing training programs for Special Operations Forces. Leverage military experience and curriculum development expertise to enhance effectiveness ac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with senior leaders to drive impactful learning strategies and talent development initiatives. Leverage your expertise to facilitate onboarding, conduct needs analyses, and deliver data-dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $140K *

Transform workforce readiness by leading training strategy and governance. Ensure compliance and operational excellence while fostering skill development and continuous improvement in a regulated envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $124K *

Deliver comprehensive technical training for operations and maintenance personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Assess trainee progress and coordinate development activ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Empower a dynamic training and enablement program in a federal health IT setting. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance user adoption and learning outcomes through innovative training st...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $182K *

Drive the administration and delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capability and align initiatives with organizational goals for effective development and sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Lead the administration of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capability and align initiatives with organizational goals. Drive effective delivery and continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Optimize enterprise learning and development programs to enhance workforce capabilities. Lead a team of specialists in program execution, aligning initiatives with organizational goals while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Champion the delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capabilities and align initiatives with organizational goals. Drive effectiveness through strategic oversigh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise learning initiatives that enhance workforce capabilities. Manage a team of specialists to ensure effective program delivery aligned with organizational goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $182K *

Champion the delivery of enterprise learning programs, managing a team to enhance workforce capabilities and align initiatives with organizational goals. Drive effective execution and continuous impro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Training Specialist do?question toggle

    A Training Specialist identifies learning needs and designs, delivers, or coordinates programs that help employees develop job-related knowledge and skills. The role may also include creating learning materials and assessing training effectiveness.

  • What qualifications are common for Training Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by employer. Commonly valued experience and skills include training delivery, instructional design, adult learning principles, facilitation, communication, project management, and familiarity with learning management systems.

  • Where do Training Specialists work?question toggle

    Training Specialists work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. Their focus may be employee onboarding, compliance, systems, leadership, or job-specific skills.

  • What career paths can follow a Training Specialist role?question toggle

    Training Specialists may progress into senior training or instructional design positions, learning and development management, talent development, or organizational effectiveness roles.

  • How can I find Training Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional opportunities on Ladders and review each listing's compensation and qualifications. Pay and eligibility depend on the employer, role, location, and experience.