Training & Development Specialist

• Position will deliver In-person and virtual training to John Deere employees. They will be responsible for delivering pre-existing content virtually or in-person to develop and inspire the Deere leader .  
• The delivery audience will range from production employees to the  director’s  level.
• W ill require an ability to connect with and manage multiple personality types in a workshop, field questions, and adapt to unexpected events that can occur during instruction and travel. 
• R equires a leader with excellent communication skills, project management skills, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude even in challenging circumstances.
• Deliver inclusive, interactive workshops, adapting material to audience responses in the moment.
• Collaborate and provide constructive feedback to enhance programs using best practices and participant input.
• Manage program materials, training tools, and attendance records.
• Liaise with departments to assess development needs and make recommendations.
• Plan and coordinate venues, schedules, delivery methods, and travel arrangements.

• 2 or more years’ experience in software  applications , process, and systems training
• 2-4 years of experience facilitating team conversations.
• 2-4 years of experience using virtual training software such as Teams or Zoom.
• 1-3 years of experience using AI and automation tools to develop content, streamline processes, and improve systems.
• Must have experience with planning and coordinating training and event schedules.
• Experience facilitating strategic conversations, difficult conversations, reframing the question, and course correcting as needed.
• Visa Sponsorship is not  available, now  or in the near future, for this position .
• Candidates must live within the Quad City area.
• All job offers are contingent upon a successful completion of Criminal Background Check, Employment & Education verification.
• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level
• Travel Requirements:
  -Up to 50% - Frequently travels to John Deere locations across Illinois and Iowa. 

• DDI - Targeted Selection
• Arbinger - Outward Mindset
• Everything  DiSC  - Workplace, Agile EQ, Management, Productive Conflict
    CliftonStrengths  (Gallup)
• Instructional Design Experience
• Professional Mentoring Experience
• ICF Coaching Certification

1. Vision and Dental Insurance
2. Short-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
3. 401K Plan