Training & Development Specialist

Training & Development Specialist

Location: Denver, CO (In-Office)

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt

Salary: $59,000 - $83,000/YR *Actual offer will be based on experience, location, education, and/or skills*

Applications should be submitted for consideration no later than 05/31/2026.

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Who We're Looking For

You're an organized, engaging learning professional who enjoys creating seamless training experiences and supporting employee development. You bring strong facilitation skills, attention to detail, and a passion for helping others learn and grow. You are comfortable managing systems, coordinating logistics, and working with stakeholders across the organization. If you enjoy blending operations, facilitation, and learner support, this role is for you.

About the Role

The Training & Development Specialist supports the Human Capital team by administering the Learning Management System (LMS) and coordinating key learning initiatives. This role ensures training programs are delivered efficiently while providing a productive learner experience. You will also lead the company's new hire orientation program and support training facilitation and eLearning initiatives. This role plays an important part in enabling consistent onboarding, effective training delivery, and a culture of continuous learning.

What You'll Do

• LMS Administration & Reporting: Serve as the primary administrator for the Learning Management System (LMS), including course setup, user enrollment, content maintenance, SCORM uploads, troubleshooting, data accuracy, and generation of standard and adhoc reports to track completion, participation, and learning metrics.
• Training Operations & Administrative Support: Manage daytoday training operations by coordinating schedules, sessions, registrations, communications, materials, and logistics to ensure smooth execution of learning programs and a positive learner experience.
• New Hire Orientation Program Ownership: Own and manage the endtoend 1.5day new hire orientation program, serving as the primary host and facilitator; coordinate presenters and speakers, manage schedules and content flow, prepare materials, and ensure a seamless, engaging onboarding experience for new associates.
• Facilitation & Delivery Support: Facilitate instructorled training sessions, orientation components, and learning events as needed; support presenters and leaders to ensure effective delivery and consistent messaging.
• eLearning Support & Content Management: Provide occasional support for eLearning development efforts by assisting with content updates, loading courses into SCORM format, testing functionality within the LMS, monitoring learner progress, and supporting continuous improvement of digital learning assets.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination: Partner with people leaders, subject matter experts (SMEs), vendors, and Human Capital colleagues to support learning initiatives, coordinate deliverables, and serve as the primary point of contact for trainingrelated vendors.
• Learner Support & Continuous Improvement: Provide technical and learner support related to the LMS and training programs; collect feedback, track issues, analyze data and trends, and recommend improvements to enhance learning effectiveness, engagement, and compliance.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (required).
• 3-5 years of experience in training, facilitation, LMS administration, or related roles (required).
• Experience facilitating training sessions or onboarding programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with learning tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline/Rise, Camtasia).
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary: $59,000 - $83,000/YR, plus strong bonus potential.
  
  
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
  
  
• Paid parking and transportation benefits.
  
  
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including:
  
  
  
  
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
    
    
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
    
    
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    
    
  
  
  
  
• Generous paid time off and bank holidays.
  
  
• Access to training and professional development programs.
  
  
• Sponsorship and support for obtaining professional certifications.
  
  
• A culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared success.

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At First Western Trust, we're more than just a financial institution-we're a team of forward-thinkers committed to excellence, innovation, and impact. Our culture thrives on teamwork and mutual respect, grounded in the belief that diverse perspectives fuel creativity and help us tackle challenges in fresh, effective ways.

We celebrate each other's successes, welcome new ideas, and take personal ownership in everything we do. A genuine desire to positively impact our clients, communities, and one another drives our work. We meet challenges with a growth mindset, act with urgency and accountability, and constantly strive to raise the bar for ourselves and our clients.

Leadership at First Western means setting an example and fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and respect. Whether you're just beginning your journey or bringing years of experience, you'll find a welcoming community where your contributions are valued and your potential is boundless.

We expect our people to:

• Demand and reward excellence.
• Take action and responsibility.
• Collaborate, communicate openly, and give/receive feedback with trust.
• Go above and beyond to do what's right-always.

If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

Learn more at myfw.com or email Talent.Management@myfw.com.

First Western Trust is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every team member is valued and given the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. For accommodation requests, please contact Talent.Management@myfw.com.