Learning And Development Specialist Jobs in California
Learning And Development Specialist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with consistent demand across technology, healthcare, financial services, and the state's large public-sector and higher education institutions, from entry-level training coordinators through senior L&D directors. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Salesforce, and the University of California system routinely fill learning and development roles. Instructional design, e-learning development, and leadership development programs are the specialties drawing the most attention from California hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Veterinary Technician Learning & Development Specialist
$40.00–$50.00/hour (DOE)
Full-Time | SAGE Veterinary Centers
SAGE Veterinary Centers is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Learning & Development Specialist (TLDS) to support the training, development, and clinical growth of our Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants.
This is a hands-on clinical role for an experienced veterinary professional who enjoys both working on the hospital floor and developing others. The TLDS continues to work as a Veterinary Technician while helping assess clinical skills, train new team members, support onboarding, and build ongoing learning opportunities for the hospital team.
Responsibilities
- Work hands-on as a Veterinary Technician while serving as a clinical trainer and mentor for Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants.
- Assess clinical skills and provide direct, hands-on training for new and existing team members.
- Facilitate Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Technician training across multiple skill levels.
- Develop and deliver clinical in-service training and educational sessions.
- Partner with Clinical Supervisors and hospital leadership to create individualized learning and development plans.
- Support onboarding and role-specific training across hospital departments based on operational needs.
- Track completion of clinical training, competency assessments, protocols, and required learning modules.
- Assign and support training through VetBloom, Talent Unleashed, and other learning platforms.
- Help develop and standardize clinical protocols, practical assessments, and skill sign-offs.
- Provide timely feedback to team members and leadership regarding training progress and development needs.
- Collaborate with the Ethos Clinical Learning & Development team and other clinical trainers to implement updated training programs.
- Support continuing education programs, workshops, and hospital learning initiatives.
- Promote a positive learning environment focused on clinical excellence, professional development, and patient care.
Qualifications
- Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), or equivalent credential required.
- Advanced veterinary clinical knowledge and strong hands-on technical skills.
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential is a plus.
- Experience training, mentoring, precepting, or developing Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants.
- Ability to confidently perform and teach veterinary clinical skills, including patient assessment and triage, venipuncture, medication and fluid administration, CPR, and patient care.
- Strong presentation, coaching, and communication skills.
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and support employees at varying levels of clinical experience.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple training and development initiatives.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with technicians, veterinarians, hospital leadership, and Learning & Development partners.
- Ability to adapt training approaches to individual learning needs and changing hospital priorities.
- Experience with veterinary electronic medical record systems and learning management systems preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on hospital training and clinical needs.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick time
- Life and disability insurance
- Continuing Education opportunities
- VetBloom learning and professional development resources
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee pet benefits
- Opportunities for continued professional and career development within SAGE and Ethos Veterinary Health
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional patient care, collaboration, education, and innovation.
As a Technician Learning & Development Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact beyond individual patient care by helping develop the Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants who support our hospitals every day.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. #INDH
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Veterinary Technician Learning & Development Specialist
$40.00–$50.00/hour (DOE)
Full-Time | SAGE Veterinary Centers
SAGE Veterinary Centers is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Learning & Development Specialist (TLDS) to support the training, development, and clinical growth of our Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants.
This is a hands-on clinical role for an experienced veterinary professional who enjoys both working on the hospital floor and developing others. The TLDS continues to work as a Veterinary Technician while helping assess clinical skills, train new team members, support onboarding, and build ongoing learning opportunities for the hospital team.
Responsibilities
- Work hands-on as a Veterinary Technician while serving as a clinical trainer and mentor for Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants.
- Assess clinical skills and provide direct, hands-on training for new and existing team members.
- Facilitate Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Technician training across multiple skill levels.
- Develop and deliver clinical in-service training and educational sessions.
- Partner with Clinical Supervisors and hospital leadership to create individualized learning and development plans.
- Support onboarding and role-specific training across hospital departments based on operational needs.
- Track completion of clinical training, competency assessments, protocols, and required learning modules.
- Assign and support training through VetBloom, Talent Unleashed, and other learning platforms.
- Help develop and standardize clinical protocols, practical assessments, and skill sign-offs.
- Provide timely feedback to team members and leadership regarding training progress and development needs.
- Collaborate with the Ethos Clinical Learning & Development team and other clinical trainers to implement updated training programs.
- Support continuing education programs, workshops, and hospital learning initiatives.
- Promote a positive learning environment focused on clinical excellence, professional development, and patient care.
Qualifications
- Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), or equivalent credential required.
- Advanced veterinary clinical knowledge and strong hands-on technical skills.
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential is a plus.
- Experience training, mentoring, precepting, or developing Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants.
- Ability to confidently perform and teach veterinary clinical skills, including patient assessment and triage, venipuncture, medication and fluid administration, CPR, and patient care.
- Strong presentation, coaching, and communication skills.
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and support employees at varying levels of clinical experience.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple training and development initiatives.
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with technicians, veterinarians, hospital leadership, and Learning & Development partners.
- Ability to adapt training approaches to individual learning needs and changing hospital priorities.
- Experience with veterinary electronic medical record systems and learning management systems preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on hospital training and clinical needs.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick time
- Life and disability insurance
- Continuing Education opportunities
- VetBloom learning and professional development resources
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee pet benefits
- Opportunities for continued professional and career development within SAGE and Ethos Veterinary Health
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional patient care, collaboration, education, and innovation.
As a Technician Learning & Development Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact beyond individual patient care by helping develop the Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants who support our hospitals every day.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. #INDH
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Learning And Development Specialist Job Market in California
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in learning and development specialist jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in instructional design, organizational development, human resources, or related field
- Two or more years designing and delivering employee training programs in a corporate or institutional setting
- Demonstrated experience with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate
- Proficiency with learning management systems including Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or similar platforms
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills for both in-person and virtual training audiences
- Experience measuring training effectiveness using assessment data and performance metrics
Learning And Development Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a learning and development specialist in California?
Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in instructional design, organizational development, human resources, or education, with a master's preferred at larger organizations. California has no state-issued license for this role, but professional certifications such as ATD's Certified Professional in Talent Development or SHRM credentials are widely recognized by California employers and can substitute for years of experience in competitive hiring pools.
How much do learning and development specialists make in California?
Learning and development specialists in California earn a median of about $75,790 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,320 for the lowest 10% to over $134,270 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire learning and development specialists in California?
Employers hiring learning and development specialists in California right now include Intuit, Gilead Sciences, and Anduril, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of large technology firms, integrated health systems, and state government agencies means demand stays consistent across both private and public sector organizations throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most learning and development specialist jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most learning and development specialist openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its density of large technology headquarters and enterprise software companies, while Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment studios, healthcare networks, and financial services firms, and San Diego adds openings through its biotech sector and major defense contractors.
Are there remote learning and development specialist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of learning and development specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on content creation, LMS administration, and virtual facilitation. Roles focused on in-person onboarding or hands-on skills training for frontline workers tend to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a learning and development specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a training coordinator, HR generalist, or subject matter expert role within a California organization that already has an L&D function. Large California health systems like Kaiser Permanente and large public universities in the UC and CSU systems run structured HR associate programs that place early-career candidates into L&D support roles. Building a portfolio of sample e-learning modules using free versions of Articulate Rise or similar tools, and earning an ATD or SHRM entry-level credential, gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge in California hiring.
Where can I find and apply to learning and development specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to learning and development specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the roles available, find ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly.
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