Training Specialist II

Orlando, FL (Main Campus) April 19, 2026 Full Time

Talent Development:

At UCF, Talent Development is more than training — it is about unleashing potential, strengthening leadership, and shaping a culture where people thrive. We believe leadership is not about position, but about influence, trust, and the ability to bring out the best in others through service.

Our work is grounded in authenticity, collaboration, and continuous growth. We lead with clarity, build strong relationships, and create spaces where every voice matters. Talent Development is on a journey to reimagine how UCF develops employees across the full lifecycle — from onboarding and supervisory skills to leadership growth and team effectiveness.

Our focus is on building practical, research‑based programs that align with UCF’s mission and values while responding to the evolving needs of our workforce.

The Opportunity:

Investing in the growth and success of our employees is at the heart of UCF’s mission — and Talent Development plays a critical role in making that possible. The Training Specialist II plays a meaningful role in advancing how UCF supports, grows, and leads its workforce. This position supports the implementation and sustainment of enterprise talent initiatives by delivering impactful training, coordinating program operations, and supporting the adoption of performance management and leadership development practices across the university.

Talent Development is seeking a Visiting Training Specialist II to help ensure Talent Development programs are delivered consistently and thoughtfully across UCF — transforming strategic priorities into meaningful learning experiences that strengthen leadership capability, support employee growth, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Training Program Development and Delivery

Develop and deliver training programs, workshops, and resources that support performance management practices and leadership development initiatives.
Facilitate sessions using a variety of instructional methods, including virtual and in person formats.
Maintain and update training materials, guides, and job aids to ensure relevance and consistency.

Performance Management Implementation Support

Support the roll-out and sustainment of performance management practices across the university.
Assist in coordinating training related to goal setting, feedback, coaching, and performance readiness.
Provide support to ensure consistent application of practices across units.

Leadership Development Program Support

Coordinate and support leadership development programs, including UCF Leadership Pathways
Assist with cohort scheduling, participant communications, and program logistics to ensure a high-quality learning experience.

Program Coordination and Workday Learning Administration

Manage training logistics, including scheduling, communications, and learner tracking.
Support Workday Learning assignments, enrollments, and reporting.
Ensure alignment and consistency in program delivery across Talent Development offerings.

Needs Assessment and Continuous Improvement

Gather feedback and evaluate training effectiveness.
Identify opportunities to improve program delivery, scalability, and alignment with university priorities.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting enterprise‑wide or multi‑unit training initiatives requiring consistent delivery and coordination at scale.
Strong communication skills and experience working collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Experience supporting HR‑led initiatives related to performance management, leadership development, or organizational effectiveness.
Experience in designing, developing, and delivering training programs and workshops, with a strong understanding of various instructional techniques suitable for both virtual and in-person settings.
Experience coordinating training or development programs, including scheduling, communications, and managing multiple concurrent initiatives.
Experience administering or supporting a learning management system (e.g., Workday Learning or comparable LMS), including enrollments, tracking, and reporting.
Experience gathering feedback and evaluating training effectiveness to inform continuous improvement of enterprise programs.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to your application, please submit a resume and a portfolio. The portfolio should include examples of training programs, instructional materials, facilitation experiences, or related work relevant to the responsibilities of this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Visiting positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available; renewable up to a period of four years.

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded visiting appointment with the potential for a regular appointment following the conclusion of the term, contingent upon the availability of funding, business need, and demonstrated successful performance.

The anticipated annual salary for this position is $56,030 - $62,334. The final annual salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

Education assistance

And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Human Resources

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Expected Salary

$56,030.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

04-23-2026-12-00-AM

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email [email protected].

For general application or posting questions, please email [email protected].