Dedicated Talent Development Specialist recognized for designing effective training programs and coordinating mentorship initiatives. Proven analytical skills in assessing employee feedback to drive improvements in talent development strategies.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Development Specialist
Ascend Federal Credit Union
Tullahoma
02.1989 - 08.2025
Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
Collaborated with management to assess training needs across departments.
Implemented feedback systems to improve employee learning experiences.
Coordinated mentorship initiatives to support career growth within the organization.
Analyzed training effectiveness through participant surveys and evaluations.
Researched industry best practices to update training materials regularly.
Drove changes to different areas of operations to align company with HR strategies.
Created and implemented training programs to fill requirements.
Supported leadership in creating a culture of continuous learning and development.
Facilitated training on benefits, FMLA and CFRA, new employee orientation and performance appraisals.
Designed effective evaluation methods to measure outcomes of training initiatives against established goals.
Maintained detailed records of all completed trainings along with associated costs.
Facilitated workshops on topics such as leadership development, performance management, communication skills, and customer service excellence.
Conducted assessments to identify skill gaps and created targeted training plans for individuals and teams.
Served as a mentor for new hires by providing guidance on career paths within the organization.
Coached managers in best practices for onboarding new hires and providing ongoing professional development opportunities.
Analyzed employee feedback surveys to create actionable strategies for improving the overall talent development program.
Assisted with the recruitment process by conducting interviews and providing guidance during selection decisions.
Created instructional materials such as job aids, manuals, videos, presentations, and e-learning modules.
Provided technical assistance to ensure that employees have access to relevant resources needed for successful completion of courses.
Monitored compliance with government regulations regarding safety training requirements.
Collaborated with subject matter experts to design learning activities that blended classroom instruction with experiential learning approaches.
Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
Scheduled or conducted new employee orientations.
Searched for qualified job candidates using computer databases, media advertisements or employee referrals.
Selected qualified job applicants or referred to managers to make hiring recommendations.
Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.