Talent Development Specialist

POSITION TITLE: Talent Development Specialist 
 
SALARY RANGE:    $3,031.64 – $4,479.11 bi-weekly; $78,822.64 – $116,456.86 annually
Pay will be based on the level of experience equivalent to RCEB

CLASSIFICATION: Confidential (Non-Union)

REPORTS TO: Training Manager (Human Resources Department)

LOCATION: San Leandro & Concord Offices
 
[x]Regular     [x]Full-Time         [ ]Temporary         [ ]Part-time

The Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) is one of 21 Regional Centers that are community-based, private non-profit corporations under contract with the California Department of Developmental Services. RCEB provides intake, assessment, diagnosis, and coordinates community-based services for over 25,000 children and adults with developmental disabilities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. 

RCEB envisions a future where persons with developmental disabilities are truly a part of the community. Persons with developmental disabilities receive supports and services they need to succeed. The supports and services change as the need changes.

In our dream, children with developmental disabilities live with families in typical communities. Many choose to attend their neighborhood schools and play with neighborhood friends. Adults with developmental disabilities live in the residence of their choice – with family members, with friends, or with their spouse / significant other. They engage in activities of their choice – work, volunteering, education, training, or leisure. They have meaningful relationships with friends and coworkers and are seen as valuable, contributing members of their communities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Under the direction of the Training Manager, the Talent Development Specialist designs, develops and delivers training to support employee effectiveness and organizational priorities. This role creates and updates training materials using tools such as PowerPoint, Scribe and Articulate, among others, and facilitates trainings for RCEB staff in both group and virtual settings. The Talent Development Specialist collaborates with subject matter experts to translate complex processes into clear, practical learning materials. This role identifies training needs, develops learning content, and delivers training across in-person, virtual and self-paced formats. It requires managing multiple projects and timelines while adapting to changing priorities. Exercises independent judgment in the design, development, and delivery of training programs aligned with organizational needs.

1. Work in a team environment to ensure access to training for all RCEB staff.
2. Design visually appealing and person-centered training materials that includes use of modern learning tools and software (e.g., eLearning, PowerPoint, job aids, etc.).
3. Balance competing priorities across multiple training projects, adjusting timelines and scope as organizational needs evolve. 
4. Utilize the agency’s Learning Management System (LMS) to publish, manage, track and report on training content.
5. Be able to quickly learn new systems or software as needed. 
6. Conduct training needs assessments and collaborate with RCEB staff who are also subject matter experts to identify best practices for learning and understanding course material.
7. Support onboarding, cross-training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to promote workforce flexibility and operational continuity. 
8. Collaborate closely with the broader Talent Development team to support agency-wide learning and development goals. 
9. Collaborate with local and state-level Regional Center Training Coordinators and other groups in the community regarding training or conferences co-sponsored by the regional center both in-person and virtually.
10. Ability to work flexible and varied hours with travel required. 
11. Other duties as assigned and required. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Education 

1. Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field including but not limited to: education, adult learning, organization development, communication, instructional design, human resources, psychology, social work, public administration, or a related field. 
2. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. 

EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES 

1. Requires knowledge of the principles of adult learning and the ability to present training opportunities that meet those principles.
2. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience designing and/or delivering training in a professional or organizational setting, preferably within human services, healthcare, public sector, or similarly complex environments 
3. Demonstrated experience creating visually engaging training materials, including eLearning content, presentations, and job aids. 
4. Experience facilitating training in big groups both in person and virtually.
5. Hands-on experience using a Learning Management and/or the ability to quickly learn new learning technologies and software tools. 
6. Experience using data to inform training decisions, assessing learning needs and measuring training effectiveness. 
7. Demonstrated willingness and ability to cross-train and support a variety of training topics as organizational needs evolve. 
8. Excellent organizational skills required, including ability to plan a course of action and follow through in a timely manner. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively. 
9. Willingness and ability to travel between agency offices and/or community-based locations, as needed, to deliver in-person training, support onboarding and meet organizational training needs. 

Other: Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law, OR ability to provide for independent transportation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Primarily sedentary office work including computer use, typing, data analysis, and use of learning technologies.
2. Ability to stand, move around the room, and facilitate training sessions for extended periods of time.
3. Regular lifting of up to 10 lbs.; occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. (training materials, laptops, projectors, or other instructional equipment).
4. Requires ability for near and far vision, verbal communication, and fine motor tasks necessary for computer work and presentation delivery.
5. Ability to travel between RCEB offices and community locations to deliver in-person training and support organizational learning initiatives.
6. Office and training environments with moderate noise; occasional interaction with individuals experiencing stress or requiring support.

BENEFITS:

At the Regional Center of the Easy Bay, we offer a full spectrum of competitive benefits including:

• 3 weeks paid vacation + 12 sick days
• 14 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays
• Multiple options for medical care (including Kaiser at 100% employer paid for employee)
• Dental and vision plans
• CalPERs Retirement (pension),
• Student Loan Forgiveness*
• Flex schedule, if applicable
• Work at Home schedules, if applicable
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health care

*The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is a federal program that forgives student loan debt for nonprofit employees after 120 qualifying payments. Employees who work at least 30 hours per week for a governmental, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, or other qualifying nonprofit organization may apply to have the balance of their student loans forgiven (tax free) after making 120 monthly payments.

Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) does not discriminate against job applicants on account of race, color, creed or religion, national origin including language use restrictions, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition or HIV/AIDS status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or ancestry.