Training Developer

As a full-service technical staffing agency, we understand that business climates change all the time. Whether you are looking to ramp up your team or you are looking for your next job, we are here to help you Step Up. Since 1946 Talascend has served as a technical staffing solutions partner to industry-leading firms in the Oil & Gas, Automotive, Manufacturing, Power and Rail, among others.

Talascend is currently seeking a Training Developer for a contract opportunity located in Warren, MI Our worldwide multibillion dollar automotive client is a leading manufacturer of automobiles employing nearly a quarter million people around the globe on six continents. They are a top competitor in the business based on their cutting edge technology and dynamic brands ranging from small electric cars to full size, heavy-duty trucks. If you want to be a part of a team that is leading the way in the auto industry, this is the place to be!

* Develop training courses on technical subjects * Coordinate training activities * Evaluate course surveys * Analyze jobs, performance and target audiences using group or individual interview process, consistent with the project plan and within the defined scope of work and project timelines, as required by the project * Design training using analysis data to produce applications based training design, as required by the project * Develop applications based (action learning) training materials using analysis data and design document(s) in cooperation with subject matter experts, and in the media indicated by the training design * Conduct subject matter expert, master performer and customer interviews required to develop materials, and to review materials throughout the life of the project * Deliver instruction as required, including leading all levels of the class using demonstrations, lectures, Q & A and class mentoring * Remain current with technical area of project, and with the media in which training is to be delivered

**Position Requirements:** * Knowledge in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * Knowledge of email communication tool (i.e., Yahoo, Lotus Notes) * Strong interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally * Strong written and oral communication skills necessary for meetings and presentations * Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills * Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently * Strong mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback * Displays attributes of a critical thinker and leverages innovative ideas * Advanced ability to identify issues and problems, generate solutions and choose appropriate alternatives using root cause analysis where problems are more complex * Ability to meet deadlines * Strong ability to conduct training needs analysis, in cooperation with supervisor and subject matter experts * Demonstrated knowledge of the design of applications based training materials including selection of appropriate delivery media * Demonstrated ability to develop instructional materials using technologies employed to deliver instruction, including creating job aids, classroom training, and computer based training, web deployment instruction, etc. as required by assigned project * Ability to write technical reports * Strong interactive training delivery skills, as required by project * 7 years relevant auto industry experience required * 1 year experience Areas of expertise include: Instruction, Training **Preffered Skills** * Lectora, Captivate, Photoshop, Camtasia, Sharepoint **Education Requirements:** Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Education or Training * We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. * Background Check and Drug Screen may be required for this position.