Learning and Development Specialist

Halifax Water is accepting applications for One (1) Regular, Fill-Time Learning & Development Specialist in the People & Culture Department. Halifax Water's goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.This is a non-unionized job. The job description and benefits to working at Halifax Water can be viewed on the Halifax Water website.Interested applicants are asked to submit completed cover letters and resumes, stating Competition #HW25-177, by 4:30pm on November 14, 2025.As part of the selection process, applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position may be required to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and abilities for the position through a set of practical applications. Responsibilities The Learning and Development Specialist provides effective and timely training expertise, solutions and services to its stakeholders, linking Halifax Water's strategic and business plan goals with building and growing a learning culture. This role includes collaborating with stakeholders to design, develop and implement timely and accessible training/learning solutions to meet compliance and education requirements. The role also involves a change management approach to managing instructional design activities for projects to ensure employees are supported to meet their current and future job role learning needs. Duties and Responsibilities:Advise leaders and teams on learning strategies aligned with organizational priorities.Conduct detailed data-driven training needs analyses using AI and analytics tools across business units in collaboration with subject matter experts and project teams to identify and develop effective learning solutions.Design, develop, and maintain learning solutions assets including training materials, manuals, job aids, presentations, microlearning and eLearning content using instructional design best practices and industry leading tools.Facilitates and delivers instructor-led training sessions and/or workshops as required.Evaluate program effectiveness through metrics, feedback, and analytics; recommend and implement improvements.Provide guidance and coaching to other team members involved in training solutions development and delivery.Partner with internal and external experts, vendors, and operational teams to deliver high-impact learning.Track and report on learning metrics, compliance, and business impact.Perform other related duties as may be assigned. Qualifications Education:Relevant university degree (e.g. bachelor of adult education, education, instructional design). Other equivalent combinations of formal education and related experience may be considered.Education in teaching, coaching, adult education, or instructional design is an asset.Experience:Minimum of 5 years experience designing, developing, and teaching specific technical, application, and training courses to diverse audiences, with a focus on technical compliance and training programs.Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:One of the following or equivalent:Adult Learning CertificateCertified Professional Training/Learning ProfessionalValid NS Drivers' License and access to reliable transportation on an ongoing basis.Must be willing to undertake and maintain the following safety training:First AidGlobally Harmonized System (GHS) (Formerly WHMIS)Additional safety training as identified based on legislative and operational requirements.Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of Adult Learning Principles, assessment principles and L&D approaches.Ability to track and manage training information, producing metrics reports and forecasting compliance requirements.Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and assessment strategiesDemonstrated knowledge of HRIS/HCM systems and Learning Management Systems (LMS). Dedicated to life-long learning to maintain currency in professional practice, emerging trends and technologies Page 2 of 3 Our purpose is to supply and safeguard sustainable, high-quality water services.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Strong motivational, leadership and interpersonal skills.Proven ability to develop engaging training materials and programs.Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment to accomplish organizational goals.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with a commitment to fostering a culture of security awareness.Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, eLearning Authoring and Learning Management System tools (Articulate, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)Ability to negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders, teams, vendors, and third-party service providers. About Halifax Water As Atlantic Canada's Largest Water Utility, our purpose is to supply and safeguard sustainable, high-quality water services. Everything we do at Halifax Water is tied to our purpose. With employees who are dedicated to supplying high-quality services for water, wastewater, and stormwater, through a 'One Team One Water' attitude, we can meet the challenges of a growing population, aging infrastructure, and increasing regulatory compliance. Halifax Water employees strive to be stewards of our environment and are fueled by a passion to serve our communities. Employee commitment and dedication of service mean a great deal to our customers, stakeholders, and to Halifax Water. As an employee, Halifax Water is proud to offer you: Pension & Benefits: We invest in our employees. As a member of our team, you will have access to a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, fitness incentives and much more. Learn more about the benefits of working at Halifax Water on our website; HalifaxWater.ca Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We continually foster a more diverse workforce representative of our communities at all job levels. We know that a diverse workforce positively contributes to our success and the success of our community. Career & Professional Development: We encourage job development opportunities for all employees, including on-the-job training, tuition assistance, eLearning courses, classroom-based training, and more. We are committed to providing a safe and hazard-free work environment. Our employees' health and well-being are a top priority, and we promote a safety-first culture to provide daily healthy, safe, sustainable, and reliable services. We take this responsibility seriously and feel immense pride in reaching beyond industry service standards. As a public service utility operating critical infrastructure on behalf of our customers, our employees are trained in Emergency Measures Operations (EMO) and Incident Command System (ICS). This type of training allows Halifax Water to respond to all emergencies, from simple water main breaks to keeping customer water flowing (water, wastewater, and stormwater) through Hurricanes and other major natural events. To learn more about What We Do, visit Halifax Water .