Contact Center Training Specialist

Responsible for creating and delivering training and on-going training for tenured Contact Center employees and new hires with specific emphasis on their first 90 days. Responsible for delivering an outstanding training experience to prepare our front-line team in delivering an exceptional customer service experience through timely and accurate processing of requests, quick problem solving, and First Contact Resolution. In coordination with the Training Administrator, manages overall scheduling and communication of training- related events. Works closely with and utilizes subject-matter-experts where needed and partners on other department project launch/training initiatives that have direct customer impact, thus impacting customer support within the Contact Center. The Contact Center Training Specialist facilitates the Contact Center training programs to develop and cultivate a consistent, positive overall employee experience.

• Sets the tone and example of professionalism and excellence in appearance, demeanor, and presentation.
• Lead training for Contact Center new hires, systems, platforms, procedure/process changes and all new project related training needs.
• Align all training and materials with the company culture.
• Determines company development, skill, and operational needs through various measures across the Bank and develops training programs to bridge learning or skill gaps.
• Identify process and procedural changes needing review and communicate to the Training Administrator.
• Works closely with hiring managers, Training Administrator, Team Leads and Subject Matter Experts to establish training needs. 
• Works with all levels of management to ensure relevancy of course materials and delivery methods suitable to needs.
• Researches, creates, delivers, and manages training criteria, programs, and initiatives through a variety of methods suitable for the topic, geography, and recipient. 
• Supports and partners with other departments’ process changes/enhancement to prepare Contact Center for changes impacting the team.
• Tracks new hire progress to ensure successful creation, implementation, maintenance and follow up specific to needs.
• Reviews existing training materials, procedures and custom channel courses to keep relevant and updated.
• Provides input on new hire and Contact Center curriculums.
• Provides current research and makes suggestions for direction of training.
• Assists with making recommendations for new training initiatives as well as on-going efforts.
• Manages expenses to align with approved budget.
• Assists in administrative duties of training initiatives.
• Stays abreast of all bank products and services, promotions, company initiatives and company goals to align Contact Center employees with Bank endeavors.
• Works with Team Leads and System Administrator to maintain the Contact Center Training Calendar .
• Assists in conversion and acquisition training and customer support as needed. 
• Communicates with new hires or new to role employees regarding training dates and schedules.
• Provides training on a variety of relevant to role topics preparing employees for the specified role.
• Assesses skill level and communicates with employee and hiring manager of new hire progression throughout the process.
• Communicates developmental needs to the hiring manager of new hires, Team Leads and location Supervisors.
• Works with all levels of management and subject matter experts to ensure relevancy of course materials and delivery methods suitable to needs.
• Researches, creates, delivers, and manages training criteria, programs, and initiatives through a variety of training methods.
• Supports and partners with other departments to provide validate training as needed.
• Tracks progress and effectiveness through various surveys to ensure successful creation, implementation, maintenance and follow up specific to needs.
• Provides current research and makes suggestions for direction of training.
• Compliance Training:  Participate in all required compliance training, including Bank Secrecy Act/anti-money laundering training, as well as internal and external training programs, online training, meetings, and seminars/conferences, etc.
• Other Duties:  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Degree in Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years' experience in financial and/or training industry or combination of Contact Center experience, formal education/training
• Knowledge of Bank products, services, initiatives, and company culture
• Familiar with varying bank policies and procedures within the footprint
• Possesses a high degree of the following skills and characteristics:
  • Self-motivation
  • Excellence in leading by example
  • Confident speaker in large groups
  • Quality productivity within rigorous times
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, strong multi-tasker.
  • Excellent time management and organization skills
  • Self-starter who works successfully with little direction
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Ability to interact with all levels of management and employees.
  • Adaptive learner
  • Ability to gather and analyze information to solve problems efficiently.
  • Collaborator
  • Action-oriented and displays initiative.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, deposit and loan systems and procedures
• Ability to successfully lead in-person, Teams, WebEx, and recorded training sessions.
• Stays abreast of industry training updates and delivery methods.
• Some travel may be required.
• Participate in all required compliance training, including Bank Secrecy Act/anti-money laundering training, as well as internal and external training programs, online training, meetings, and seminars/conferences, etc.

• Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check
• This is a full-time, non-remote position that requires schedule flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.