April Hawkins
Project Management & Education Technology Specialist | 10+ Years in eLearning & Training Development | Highly Proficient in Technology Integration, Talent Acquisition & OER Management
- Role
- Trainer & Development Specialist at Albany State University
- Location
- Albany, GA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About April Hawkins
Providing over 10+ years of cross-platform experience as a dynamic Training & Development Specialist and Higher Education Professional in designing, implementing, and evaluating large-scale professional development programs, instructional technologies, and campus-wide learning initiatives. Demonstrated expertise in training coordination, instructional design, project management, grant administration, and academic support across diverse university environments. Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects—including technology rollouts, recruitment operations, academic programs, and student-centered initiatives—while ensuring data-driven decision-making, compliance, and successful project execution. Brings a strong foundation in social and behavioral sciences research, public health research, and undergraduate research program participation, paired with advanced technical skills in SmartSheet, Banner, EAB Navigate, Microsoft 365, DocuSign, Brightspace, and instructional technologies. Recognized for delivering innovative solutions, optimizing processes, and enhancing institutional effectiveness through training, analytics, and cross-functional leadership that gives me confidence in my ability while demonstrating additional skills in:• Program Management & Adult Learning Support • E-Learning Development & Management • Technology Integration & Grant Compliance • Differentiated Instruction & Research• Budgeting & Fiscal Oversight • Reporting/ Data Analysis & Progress • Staff & Faculty Training • Stakeholder Engagement & Marketing
Experience
Trainer & Development Specialist
Feb 2018 — Present · Albany, GA, US
Education
Albany State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Sociology
2016
Middle Georgia State University
MBPL, Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing
Albany State University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2016 — 2018
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