Training Specialist; Albuquerque

Women's Economic Self-Sufficiency Team Training Specialist Albuquerque, NM
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The Training Specialist designs, develops, delivers, and evaluates high-quality training for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community partners across New Mexico.

WESST ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating entrepreneurship and strengthening New Mexico’s small business economy. Founded in 1989 by women for women, WESST now proudly serves all New Mexicans through an inclusive, community-centered approach. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and sustain strong businesses through consulting, training, incubation, and access to capital—building both financial and human capital to create lasting economic opportunity.

WESST operates regional Women’s Business Centers and programs across the state, including Albuquerque, Farmington, Hobbs, and Las Cruces.

The Training Specialist designs, develops, delivers, and evaluates high-quality training for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and community partners across New Mexico. This role conductsneedsassessments, develops culturally responsive curricula, delivers group workshops and one-on-one instructional support, and ensures all training aligns with WESST’s mission of expanding economic opportunity.

Reports to the Chief Programs Officer.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in education, business, professional development, instructional design, adult learning, ora related field; or equivalent professional experience.

WESST is looking for a candidate who:

• Hasat least 3 years of experience in training, instruction, adult education, business education, or professional development
• Demonstrates strong facilitation and communication skills
• Is able todesign, deliver, and evaluate high-quality training for diverse adult learners
• Has experience creating curricula, instructional materials, and multimedia learning tools
• Understands small business operations, entrepreneurship topics, and/or technical or professional skills training
• Possesses strong organizational and time-management skills
• Works both independently and collaboratively as part of a statewide team
• Is proficient with digital learning tools and Microsoft Office Suite
• Shares WESST’s core values of Opportunity, Collaboration, Community, Innovation, and Accountability
• Is willing to travel within New Mexico and occasionally out of state
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, though not required

As a member of the WESST team,you’llenjoy:

• Retirement options with match
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Hybrid work options
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities:

WESST is committed to equal employmentopportunityand to compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination laws. They prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex assigned at birth, gender identity, sexual orientation, age (40 and over), spousal affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, National Guard membership, veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), HIV status, serious medical condition, or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law.

WESST is interested in finding the bestqualifiedcandidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. WESST Will consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying,you’reencouraged to think broadly about your abilities and skill set for the role.

In addition, if there is anything that the organization can do to help make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, please reach out directly.