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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$110K - $135K *

Lead safety initiatives and training programs for a dynamic transportation environment. Oversee compliance, incident investigations, and employee training to ensure safety for passengers and staff whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$89K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team that fosters cross-functional collaboration to drive strategic initiatives while ensuring stakeholder engagement and alignment in enhancing business processes for optimal performan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$97K - $104K *

Engage nursing staff through comprehensive education programs, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform program management by leading a diverse portfolio of C5ISR initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while driving business growth and fostering strong c...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $152K *

Shape the future of learning in a dynamic distribution network by leading training initiatives that enhance operational excellence and associate growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to design impac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $152K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of learning and development across a nationwide distribution network. Lead strategic training initiatives that enhance operational excellence and foster associate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $152K *

Unlock the potential of a nationwide distribution network by leading innovative training initiatives that enhance operational excellence and foster leadership development, while collaborating with sen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $152K *

Unlock your potential by leading training initiatives that enhance operational excellence and associate growth across a nationwide distribution network, collaborating with senior leaders to drive impa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$97K - $130K *

Champion safety excellence by providing expert consulting and risk control for construction clients. Evaluate jobsite hazards, develop strategies, and deliver training to enhance safety practices acro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $128K *

Engage in the design and evaluation of system-wide educational strategies, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with leaders to enhance workforce development and clinical outcomes while drivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$53K - $108K *

Elevate your career by delivering engaging training programs that empower learners. Collaborate with teams to create innovative solutions while leveraging your expertise in military processes and inst...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Knowledge Management by leading enterprise-wide solutions, enhancing information accessibility, and collaborating with diverse professionals to drive innovatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as you ensure software quality through testing and automation. Collaborate with experts to deliver high-quality technology solutions for financial services clients, managing the fu...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $105K *

Help us support a major Federal agency by executing audit responses, enhancing internal controls, and analyzing financial processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with GAAP and federal s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Empower excellence by designing and implementing test procedures to ensure compliance and quality assurance. Collaborate on evaluations, audits, and reporting to enhance T&E processes and drive operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the design and operation of data pipelines, enhancing data systems with Snowflake, dbt, SQL, and Python. Contribute to modernizing workflows and support AI capabilities in a collaborative, cro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovation in software development by creating scalable applications and AI solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance national security through advanced tools and practices...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $141K *

Drive strategic communications service delivery by leading a dynamic team, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, and fostering stakeholder engagement through innovative project management and...

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of our Compensation, Benefits, and Leave Management Section by managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development. Collaborate closely with leadership to...

2 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Invent cutting-edge offensive security tools and exploits to fortify Red Team operations. Collaborate on innovative strategies, identify vulnerabilities, and enhance cybersecurity measures while maint...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $116K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and development of innovative non-credit courses. Collaborate with faculty and partners to enhance learning experiences through technology, while managing pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of CBRN response by providing strategic analysis, policy integration, and operational planning support for the National Guard's Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction Division, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative solutions by leveraging your expertise in system architecture, collaborating with international partners, and aligning designs to strategic enterprise goal...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $109K *

Partner with us to enhance quality systems by managing training, document control, and records management processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in a regulated environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $93K *

Shape the future of HR by managing full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance and promote a positive workplace culture while supportin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.