Univ Training Specialist,Sr
- 503654
- Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Jun 19 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Bill Dial, bdial@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: Internal - Open to Regular NMSU employees only (temporary/Term employees not eligible)
Advertising Summary: The Center for Learning & Professional Development (CLPD) is seeking a collaborative and innovative professional to support the university’s learning and development initiatives. This role manages the learning management system, develops and delivers engaging training programs, and provides data-informed insights to enhance professional development offerings across the institution.
If you have experience in instructional design, facilitating training, and using data to drive learning strategies, we encourage you to apply and contribute to building a strong culture of learning at NMSU.
Position Details
Position Title: Univ Training Specialist,Sr
College/Division: Administration and Finance
Department: 530350-CENTER FOR LEARNING & PROF. DEV.
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $53,165.80 to commensurate with qualifications.
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: Working in the Center for Learning & Professional Development (CLPD) this position performs as a valuable team member in CLPD. The position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the learning management system (LMS) to include producing and publishing the CLPD training calendar, analyzing key metrics and data for the learning and development programs offered by and through the CLPD, and troubleshooting issues with the LMS as needed. The position provides data informed recommendations for current and future learning and development opportunities through a data informed lens. The position monitors and updates the CLPD Website. The University Training Specialist Senior focuses on instructional design of e-learning curriculum and serves as a facilitator for live, virtual, and in-person workshops. Instructional design duties will include creating new online learning items and converting existing live training content to e-learning content, including the development of microlearning online courses. Under the direction of Learning and Development leadership, the Training Specialist develops curriculum, facilitates live virtual and in-person workshops, tracks training completions, runs reports, and plans and coordinates professional development events from start to finish. The incumbent will work closely with the other CLPD team members to meet the unit’s goals and objectives with direction from the leadership of Learning and Development to provide professional and excellent service to the NMSU community. The Training Specialist may also work closely with college and departmental leaders and other stakeholders to deliver timely, informational, and engaging training and professional development opportunities for all faculty and staff. The incumbent values inclusiveness and builds and nurtures relationships to create inclusive and collaborative partnerships with all levels of the institution to foster a learning culture and community for all faculty and staff.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 4 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 2 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Certificate or certification in Learning and Development, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Human Resources, or specific curriculum for adult education. Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Education, or related field.
Special Certification/Licensure:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Recruitment Summary
We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.
NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.
NMSU Global Campus
Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives – and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.
NMSU Main Campus
Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.
Doña Ana Community College
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.
Alamogordo Campus
Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.
Grants Campus
NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.
EEO Statement
New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.
