Job Description

The Training Specialist designs, delivers, and supports collaborative, participant-centered learning solutions that enhance employee performance and drive organizational change. This role partners closely with senior leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to assess and prioritize current and future capability needs, then addresses identified knowledge and skill gaps through structured training programs, coaching, networking, and on-the-job learning experiences. The Training Specialist develops comprehensive training plans that define scope, risks, dependencies, critical needs, and recommended learning solutions, using results-based analysis, instructional design models, and adult learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to assess current and future employee capability needs.
• Design and develop collaborative, participant-centered learning solutions that improve employee performance and support change initiatives.
• Facilitate engaging training sessions and presentations for employees across the organization.
• Create, update, and refine training materials, including functional designs and workbooks, ensuring content is accurate, clear, and aligned with business needs.
• Develop training plans that outline scope, risks, dependencies, critical needs, and proposed learning solutions.
• Leverage results-based analysis, instructional design models, and adult learning principles to design effective training programs.
• Support learning through multiple channels, including structured courses and programs, coaching and networking, and on-the-job learning experiences.
• Collaborate with a team of training specialists to ensure consistency and quality across learning solutions.
• Continuously review and improve training content and delivery methods based on feedback and performance outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Talent Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in training within a financial institution.
• Demonstrated experience in training facilitation and delivering engaging presentations.
• Experience in training development, including designing and updating workbooks and other learning materials.
• Familiarity with talent development theories, processes, and models.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat products.
• Ability to design participant-centered learning experiences that support behavior change and performance improvement.

• Experience collaborating with senior leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to identify learning needs.
• Ability to apply instructional design models and adult learning principles in the development of training solutions.
• Strong analytical skills to use results-based analysis when planning and evaluating training programs.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate learning and build strong partnerships across the organization.
• Experience in a financial services or credit union environment is highly desirable.

You will join an organization recognized as a top employer in its region, offering a supportive culture that values learning, growth, and high performance. High-performing team members have the opportunity to transition into permanent roles, with access to competitive benefits and compensation upon conversion. The organization enjoys strong community recognition and pride, creating an environment where your work in talent development has visible impact and meaningful value.

Work Environment

You will work as part of a collaborative team of 4–5 training specialists focused on designing and delivering high-quality learning experiences. The role involves regular use of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat to create and update training materials and workbooks. The environment supports partnership with leaders and subject matter experts, encouraging open communication and teamwork. Specific work hours, location details, and dress code are not provided, but the setting emphasizes professional collaboration and continuous improvement in training practices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Herndon, VA.

The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $40.87/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Herndon,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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