Learning & Development Specialist

Appalachian Mountain Club

Learning & Development Specialist facilitating engaging training experiences for staff and volunteers at Appalachian Mountain Club. Focusing on outdoor leadership training and fostering a positive learning environment.

Posted 7/28/2026contractRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in facilitating engaging training experiences and creating inclusive learning environments. Proficient in tracking participation and feedback to support continuous improvement in training programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Facilitating Training ProgramsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyOutdoor Recreation KnowledgeCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Training FacilitationFeedback CollectionDocumentation ProcessesData TrackingWorkshop Support

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailListening SkillsRelationship BuildingEngagementInclusivity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Outdoor Leadership TrainingVolunteer EngagementLearning CultureTraining FormatsChapter Communities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate engaging training experiences
Lead and co-facilitate pre-designed trainings for staff and volunteers, both virtually and in person
Create a welcoming, inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and connection
Support a variety of training formats including workshops, discussions, and applied learning experiences
Document the current state of outdoor leadership training
Partner with Chapter Volunteer Communities to map how volunteers grow into leadership roles, capturing key experiences, supports, and transitions along the way.
Gather insights through conversations, observations, and existing materials
Help build a shared understanding of training & leader engagement practices across chapters
Track participation and support continuous improvement
Collect attendance, feedback, and engagement data from training sessions
Maintain organized records of training activity and outcomes
Be a connector across teams and communities
Build relationships with staff, volunteers, and chapter leaders
Respond to questions and support participants throughout the training experience
Contribute to a positive, people-centered learning culture across AMC

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, training, outdoor recreation, or a related field
1–3 years of experience facilitating training programs.
Confidence facilitating groups (virtually and in person), with a clear and engaging presence
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to listen, synthesize input, and communicate insights clearly
Experience collecting feedback or documenting processes is a plus
Comfort working with a wide range of people, including volunteers and cross-functional teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
A genuine enthusiasm for outdoor experiences and AMC’s mission.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week
Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
Other Team Member Perks: 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
Free Annual AMC Membership
4 Free nights at AMC locations
Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!