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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
LX Senior Content Quality Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Champion the lifecycle strategy and governance of a vast eLearning content library, leading cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery and compliance. Drive product strategy, Agile operations...
4 days ago
Senior Specialist, Technical Evaluations & Proposals
$80K - $117K *
Elevate proposal development by collaborating with global teams to create high-quality, tailored proposals for Biologics and Drug Product offerings, ensuring alignment with customer needs and driving...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Analytics Engineering
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of analytics engineering by leading teams to transform data into trusted, reusable analytical products. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure scalable, cloud-ready solu...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform learning experiences by leading design projects that enhance employee performance in a complex healthcare environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful, evidence-based train...
4 days ago
$70K - $113K *
Champion the coordination and logistics of training programs, ensuring seamless execution across multiple locations while providing essential administrative support to enhance workforce development an...
1 week ago
Construction Safety Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in promoting safety excellence on construction sites. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to implement effective safety programs, maintain compliance, and foster a proactive safety...
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SENIOR CAPABILITY PORTFOLIO STRATEGIST
$110K - $130K *
Empower USTRANSCOM by enhancing capability development and investment decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize portfolio management processes and drive mission success through analytical i...
2 weeks ago
Human Resources Operations Specialist
$75K - $95K *
Drive HR operations across multiple US offices, ensuring smooth onboarding, compliance, and employee engagement. Collaborate with global teams to maintain HR standards while supporting recruitment and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Research & Development Specialist, Formations
$110K - $130K *
Elevate material innovation as a Senior R&D Specialist, collaborating with design leaders to translate historical aesthetics into luxury collections while ensuring quality and performance standards ar...
2 weeks ago
Workplace Experience Specialist
$85K - $110K *
Optimize workplace operations and guest experiences by managing daily office functions, coordinating events, and fostering a vibrant culture that reflects company values. Engage with teams to ensure s...
6 days ago
Business Development Onboarding & Training Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Shape your career by leading the design and delivery of impactful onboarding and training programs for Business Development Representatives, ensuring they excel in their roles and contribute effective...
3 weeks ago
Learning and Development Manager
$88K - $105K *
Empower business success by designing impactful learning solutions that enhance skills and drive performance. Collaborate with leaders to identify gaps, develop programs, and foster growth through str...
4 days ago
Senior Specialist - Emergency Support Group
$95K - $115K *
Champion emergency response logistics and operational readiness by coordinating resources, leading innovation initiatives, and supporting Incident Command System activities during corporate and local...
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Senior Specialist - Emergency Support Group
$88K - $105K *
Lead emergency response logistics and operational readiness initiatives, ensuring effective coordination and support during corporate and local emergencies. Drive continuous improvement through techno...
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Configuration Management Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by ensuring the integrity and control of technical products and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage configuration items and changes throughout their lifec...
3 days ago
Sr. Instructional Designer - Technical Learning
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by designing and delivering innovative learning experiences that align with strategic objectives. Analyze data to refine educational content and facilitate impactful training, fosteri...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Deliver innovative Appian solutions by developing, enhancing, and maintaining applications while supporting modernization initiatives in a collaborative Agile environment. Troubleshoot issues and ensu...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safe and compliant operations in a Hazard Category 2 nuclear facility. Provide technical leadership and operational coordination for deactivation, construction...
3 days ago
MCI ATC Training Instructional Supervisor
$80K - $95K *
Deliver exceptional training as an ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, overseeing instructional staff and ensuring high-quality training for air traffic controllers. Collaborate with FAA personnel...
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$100K - $120K *
Transform NAVSUP's acquisition workforce by designing and delivering impactful OT/CSO training programs, ensuring effective learning experiences that connect theory to practice in a dynamic environmen...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead and optimize design calculations for infrastructure projects, focusing on hydraulics and pumping systems. Collaborate with project managers and designers to deliver innovative solutions for water...
3 weeks ago
Senior Specialist, Pension Data
$70K - $95K *
Support our team by leading data reconciliation and reporting efforts, enhancing member experiences, and driving operational efficiency in pension services. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure dat...
1 week ago
Program Manager - STRL Lab Demo
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of the NMRC STRL Lab Demo implementation, leading design, execution, and personnel-system transitions while ensuring effective communication and training across teams to enhance workfor...
1 week ago
$79K - $89K *
Empower innovation by managing AI and data science initiatives, fostering collaboration across departments, and driving strategic programs that enhance research and education outcomes in a dynamic env...
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Practice Leader - Data and Analytics
$165K - $235K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in data and analytics. Lead practice standards, enhance client delivery, and monitor performance metrics to ensure success across diverse projects and teams...
4 days ago
What does a Training Specialist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.