The Training Specialist role is responsible for facilitating in-person and/or virtual learning experiences that incorporates use of adult learning principles and recognizes different learning/work styles using existing resources or programs. This role will deliver training and measure individual progress to ensure learners can deliver business results. This role will be responsible for delivering learning solutions that cover a wide range of topics such as company orientation, industry knowledge, Thrivent product, process, and systems knowledge, as well as service skills development.

This can be a remote position within the US.

         

          

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate in-person and/or virtual learning experiences using existing resources and programs.Ensure a positive, inclusive and effective learning experience for all participants to achieve intended learning objectivesAs requested, make moderate revisions to the existing learning materials which could include job aids, tutorials, web-based training, workshop curriculum, learner guides, articles, publications, technology tips, video, etc. based on user feedback and necessary content changes.Consult with business leaders to assess learning/development/training needs and assist with the development of the solutions and tools to address those needs.Document and maintain all training records.Monitor, evaluate and record effectiveness of training courses.  Recommend and develop improvements as needed.  Provide feedback to content owners, represent training interests on project teams, and recommend training approaches as needed.Provide timely follow-up to participant questions.Support the design, development, and management of effective learning and performance-focused solutions, assess business & target audience learning needs, assist with developing the learning strategy, and identifying delivery methods including the identification of innovative learning methodology.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to provide business context in the design, develop and implementation of relevant learning programs and solutions delivered through various channels.Identify internal and/or external emerging issues, research and analyze training and development practices, methodologies and trends and recommend new approaches.

 

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:  

Required:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experienceThree to five years’ experience delivering training for in-person and/or virtual settings.Experience designing courses using a commonly accepted instructional design model, e.g., ADDIE.Experience writing explicitly stated learning objectives and creating lesson plans using Bloom’s taxonomy.Experience using learning management systems.Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPointExperience working with and influencing employees and leaders at all levels in the enterpriseFINRA Series 7, 66 and SIE, and life and health insurance required or obtained within 90 days of hire/transfer

 

Preferred:

Prefer experience in coaching/mentoring in a corporate and field setting.Prefer knowledge of Thrivent and Thrivent’s product solutions, tools, and platforms.Prefer experience in financial services and experience working directly with financial advisors.

 

 

              

Pay Transparency

 

Thrivent’s long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $59,651.00 - $80,703.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important.

 

Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.

 

The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion.

 

Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.