Training Specialist Jobs in Ohio
Training Specialist jobs in Ohio are in consistent demand, with openings concentrated in corporate learning and development, healthcare workforce training, and manufacturing operations across entry-level through senior instructional design roles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring metros, anchored by large employers such as Nationwide, Cleveland Clinic, and Procter and Gamble, all of which maintain dedicated training and organizational development functions. Corporate e-learning development, compliance training, and onboarding program management are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Ohio hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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$44,512.00 - $60,465.00 Annually
5006 - Environment
Full-time
11007-HR
5006 - Public Health - Environment
500606 - Environment Health Services
09/08/2026
10/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Cleveland Department of Public Health strives to be the most responsive, most trusted, most impactful health department in the country. In this role, you will help to promote health and prevent disease through health inspections of food service operators, homes that have caused lead poisoning, and many more. Join a mission-driven team committed to making a difference in the City of Cleveland.
Examples of Duties
Conducts both routine and "troubleshooter" inspections in private homes to insure proper environmental hygiene. Issues orders, notices, or referrals to other departments, and re-inspects to insure compliance. Directs field teams involved in both surveying areas for rat infection and baiting rat burrows in those areas. Inspects barber shops, swimming pools (public and private), marinas, schools (private and public), institutions, places of assembly, trailer parks, motels, hotels, laundries, and other recreation facilities. Investigates citizens' complaints relative to garbage and refuse, vacant lots, sewage, animals, weeds, and grass. Inspects and evaluates food shops and instructs industry personnel in proper sanitation methods. Inspects and evaluates properties for lead hazards, tests for lead levels and assesses lead-related environmental risks and hazards as directed. Trains and supervises first-level sanitarians, environmental technicians, and sanitarian aides. Counsels residents in sanitation methods. Helps plan programs and work schedules. Enforces both state and city health codes. Must be familiar with court procedures and methods of license revocation regarding code violations. Performs other job-relate duties as required. May be assigned other tasks during public health emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with 45 quarter or 30 semester credits hours in Science, Math, or Chemistry from an accredited four-year college or university required. Must be an Environmental Health Specialist In Training or become one within 90 days of the date of hire. Must become an Environmental Health Specialist (EHSIT) within three years of the date of hire. Must maintain EHSIT or EHS registration during employment. In order to be eligible or considered to perform lead hazard inspections and assessments, must have A Bachelor’s Degree with 45 quarter or 30 semester credits hours in Science, Math, or Chemistry from an accredited four-year college or university required. Must be a Environmental Health Specialist In Training or become one within 90 days of the date of hire. Must become an Environmental Health Specialist (EHSIT) within three years of the date of hire. Must maintain EHSIT or EHS registration during employment. In order to be eligible or considered to perform lead hazard inspections and assessments, must have Ohio Lead Based Paint Inspector and Lead Based Paint Risk Assessor certifications. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required. Must own or have access to a properly insured vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed). Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.
Supplemental Information
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
Cleveland, Ohio, 44114
$44,512.00 - $60,465.00 Annually
5006 - Environment
Full-time
11007-HR
5006 - Public Health - Environment
500606 - Environment Health Services
09/08/2026
10/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Cleveland Department of Public Health strives to be the most responsive, most trusted, most impactful health department in the country. In this role, you will help to promote health and prevent disease through health inspections of food service operators, homes that have caused lead poisoning, and many more. Join a mission-driven team committed to making a difference in the City of Cleveland.
Examples of Duties
Conducts both routine and "troubleshooter" inspections in private homes to insure proper environmental hygiene. Issues orders, notices, or referrals to other departments, and re-inspects to insure compliance. Directs field teams involved in both surveying areas for rat infection and baiting rat burrows in those areas. Inspects barber shops, swimming pools (public and private), marinas, schools (private and public), institutions, places of assembly, trailer parks, motels, hotels, laundries, and other recreation facilities. Investigates citizens' complaints relative to garbage and refuse, vacant lots, sewage, animals, weeds, and grass. Inspects and evaluates food shops and instructs industry personnel in proper sanitation methods. Inspects and evaluates properties for lead hazards, tests for lead levels and assesses lead-related environmental risks and hazards as directed. Trains and supervises first-level sanitarians, environmental technicians, and sanitarian aides. Counsels residents in sanitation methods. Helps plan programs and work schedules. Enforces both state and city health codes. Must be familiar with court procedures and methods of license revocation regarding code violations. Performs other job-relate duties as required. May be assigned other tasks during public health emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with 45 quarter or 30 semester credits hours in Science, Math, or Chemistry from an accredited four-year college or university required. Must be an Environmental Health Specialist In Training or become one within 90 days of the date of hire. Must become an Environmental Health Specialist (EHSIT) within three years of the date of hire. Must maintain EHSIT or EHS registration during employment. In order to be eligible or considered to perform lead hazard inspections and assessments, must have A Bachelor’s Degree with 45 quarter or 30 semester credits hours in Science, Math, or Chemistry from an accredited four-year college or university required. Must be a Environmental Health Specialist In Training or become one within 90 days of the date of hire. Must become an Environmental Health Specialist (EHSIT) within three years of the date of hire. Must maintain EHSIT or EHS registration during employment. In order to be eligible or considered to perform lead hazard inspections and assessments, must have Ohio Lead Based Paint Inspector and Lead Based Paint Risk Assessor certifications. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required. Must own or have access to a properly insured vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed). Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.
Supplemental Information
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
Cleveland, Ohio, 44114
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Transportation & Logistics
- Education
- Automotive
- Electronics & Hardware
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in training specialist jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, instructional design, or a related field
- Experience designing and delivering instructor-led and e-learning training programs
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Strong facilitation and classroom delivery skills across in-person and virtual formats
- Ability to conduct needs assessments and evaluate training effectiveness using measurable outcomes
- Professional certification such as ATD CPTD or SHRM-CP preferred by mid-size and large Ohio employers
Training Specialist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a training specialist in Ohio?
Training specialist roles in Ohio do not require a state-issued license, so the typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in human resources, education, instructional design, or organizational development. Ohio employers, particularly in healthcare and manufacturing, look for candidates who can demonstrate practical facilitation experience alongside credentials like the ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development or a SHRM certification, which signal readiness for corporate training environments.
Which companies hire training specialists in Ohio?
Employers hiring training specialists in Ohio right now include Crane Worldwide Logistics, Winsupply, and Arrow International, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's large healthcare systems, insurance carriers, and manufacturing headquartered in the state are among the most consistent sources of full-time training specialist openings year-round.
Which Ohio cities have the most training specialist jobs?
Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Dayton have the most training specialist openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of insurance, financial services, and retail corporate headquarters, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate strong demand through their major healthcare systems and consumer goods and logistics companies, which all maintain active learning and development functions.
Are there remote training specialist jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than many fields, since instructional design and e-learning development translate well to remote work. About 14% of training specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how readily content development and LMS administration can be done off-site. Roles focused on live facilitation or manufacturing floor training tend to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a training specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from an adjacent role such as HR coordinator, operations supervisor, or teacher into a junior training coordinator or training associate position. Large Ohio employers like OhioHealth, JobsOhio-connected manufacturers, and major Columbus-area retailers run structured onboarding and internal mobility programs that regularly bring in candidates from these backgrounds. Building a portfolio of sample lesson plans, a completed e-learning module, or an ATD certificate course strengthens a first application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to training specialist jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to training specialist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that match.
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