Learning & Development Specialist II (Hybrid)

Job No: 500201 FT/PT: Full-time Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular Location: Austin, TX 78703 City: Austin State: Texas Categories: Other, Safety (Industrial), Hybrid

LCRA Safety is seeking a Learning & Development Specialist to join our team! In this role, you will design, develop and produce training materials for our internal users, customers, and LCRA leadership. Our ideal candidate will develop Instructor-Led Training, Virtual-Instructor Led Training, Web-Based Training, Micro-learning and social learning strategies. You are a good fit if you have prior experience in the development of learning science applied in adult learning, crafting curriculums, course evaluations and assessments. Apply today to be a part of a team dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement!

You will be trusted to:

- Work closely with department managers to understand unique business performance gaps and learning needs. Lead collaborative efforts to develop ad hoc training solutions.

- Design, develop and deliver employee safety training programs utilizing best practices by applying the process of activity-based learning, self-paced learning, training exercises, role plays, simulations etc. You will work very closely with subject matter experts in the development of content.

- Ensure learning and development programs are engaging and relevant to employees in various work environments.

- Act as training coordinator for the learning management system to run reports, create materials, and assign training.

- Build course user manuals, end-user training materials, installation guides, and reports, facilitation guides and training SOPs.

- Monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure maximum effectiveness. Ensure effective delivery mechanisms for learning solutions (e.g., classroom, web-based, blended learning).

You qualify with:

- Six or more years of experience in companywide and/or operational training and development programs or other relevant experience. A degree(s) in human resource management, business administration, or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

- Driver’s license

You are a great fit with:

- Experience working in a learning and development department of an organization.

- Instructional design experience and comfortable working in front of a classroom/group

- Proficiency in e-learning techniques

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Applications close: 2/07/2026 Central Standard Time