Training Specialist
Badcock is one of the largest privately-owned home furniture retailers in the country. We're proud to
say that we've been serving the community and providing employment opportunities for more than a
century. There are currently more than 315 Badcock stores in eight states, and our headquarters in
Mulberry, Florida, employs more than 1,200 people.
W.S. Badcock employees enjoy many benefits including:
COMPETITIVE PAY
401K PLAN WITH COMPANY MATCH
COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT ON FURNITURE, ELECTRONICS AND APPLIANCES
MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION CHOICE OF PLANS
ONSITE FITNESS CENTER
PERSONAL AND VACATION PAID TIME OFF
DAYCARE REIMBURSEMENT PLAN
Overview:
Responsible for developing and facilitating human resource development and performance
improvement solutions for all corporate employees in order to support corporate-wide strategic goals.
Emphasis will include evaluating, diagnosing and developing individual performance improvement
options, needs analysis, curriculum development and delivering training solutions for individuals,
departments and the corporation as a whole.
Responsibilities:
 Coordinate and deliver training programs in an engaging, inspirational manner to all corporate
employees, including management, professional, administrative and clerical levels.
 Conduct needs analysis and makes recommendations to management regarding corporatewide development needs.
 Act as internal consultant to line managers, proposing, developing and matching customer
needs with proper development solutions to business problems.
 Curriculum development to include research, appropriate learning methodology, creation of
classroom training materials, job aids and presentation materials.
 Facilitate both classroom learning, distance learning and individual development scenarios,
modifying communication style to reach different audiences as appropriate.
 Schedule and coordinate training class participation.
 Maintain Employee Development Library.
 Assist in the review, coordination, and facilitation of third party or external programs, schools,
and courses as needed to meet the training and development needs of the organization.
 Monitor and measure effectiveness of all training programs, provide reports as requested.
 Exemplify the desired culture and philosophies of the organization by maintaining a positive
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and professional learning environment. Works effectively as a team member with employees,
members of management and the human resources staff.
Analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate a variety of learning solutions using
various methodologies and media: e-learning, job aides, instructor-led courses.
Performs other tasks as directed.
Assist employee services with other special projects.
 Assist with employee orientation.
Qualifications:
 Bachelor Degree
 Two years education, training, or human resources experience (or combination)
 Knowledge of current adult learning techniques with the ability to conduct training needs
assessment, analyze and interpret results
 Knowledge of key instructional design methodologies and adult learning. Familiarity with either
ADDIE and/or DMADDI processes.
 Exhibits exceptional interpersonal communication skills to foster and strengthen relationships
with the business partners to support training initiatives.
 Strong attention to detail. Ability to multi-task, organize workload, and prioritize work
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effectively
Experience with Adobe Suite products. Experience with Captivate
Ability to review, enhance, and implement training offerings
Clean, valid driver’s license and the ability to travel and stay overnight when necessary
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present
information and respond to questions from groups of employees and management
Ability to assimilate information and make decisions; work under pressure in a detailed,
organized manner
Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing
situations. Ability to inspire and encourage others
Ability to adapt quickly; embrace and become an agent of change
Demonstration of advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, LMS, Adobe Learning Suite)
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. bend, twist, reach with hands and arms, sit, stand, walk, hear and
talk clearly
To apply, go to https://external-badcock.icims.com/jobs/3305/training-specialist/job
or contact Andrea Prather at Andrea.Prather@badcock.com.