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Director of People Development

Sunbelt Fire
Fairhope, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/28/2025 CLOSED ON 1/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of People Development position at Sunbelt Fire?

Sunbelt Fire, a leading dealership of fire trucks and equipment in the southeast, is growing, and seeking a driven, servant-hearted, and mission-oriented Director of People Development to join our leadership team.


This pivotal role will help shape the future of our organization by incorporating Sunbelt Fire’s mission to glorify God by investing in, empowering, and supporting our employees to reach their full potential. The Director of People Development will oversee both talent development and recruitment functions, working closely with leadership to design and implement strategies that support our growth objectives and cultivate a high-performing and engaged workforce.


YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:

Lead and manage the People Development team

Develop and execute a comprehensive people development strategy

  • Drive initiatives to enhance employee skills, knowledge and engagement
  • Drive initiatives to enhance resources and support for employees personally, in areas such as finances, nutrition, and marriages

Oversee the recruiting and hiring process

  • Develop and promote the organization’s employer brand
  • Build strategic relationships for candidate pipelines

Implement training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge

  • Assess training needs and develop targeted programs
  • Establish partnerships with external training providers
  • Spearhead leadership development

Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, culture, satisfaction, and retention

  • Implement programs and experiences to support personal development of employees and their families
  • Implement strategies to reward high performers and address employee feedback
  • Assist employees in creating actionable plans to achieve their dreams, providing accountability, encouragement, and resources


 WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, related field, or track record of developing and influencing others in an operations or sales environment.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding recruitment and talent development goals.
  • Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive positive organizational change.
  • Change management expertise.


POSITION TYPE: Full-time. Typical work hours are Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM. 


BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Benefits offered through BCBS of Alabama and MetLife
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • Company paid Long-Term Disability (Short-Term Offered)
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays


All positions are subject to background check and drug test. 


If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply here:


1). Step 1 – Complete Application

2). Step 2 – Complete Assessment via link below:

https://go.cultureindex.com/s/474CB40000 


Since its founding in 1983, Sunbelt Fire is a family-owned and operated company providing apparatus, equipment, repair, and maintenance for the fire service. Today, Sunbelt Fire has a workforce of over 70 team members spread across five states. We not only deliver superior performance to our customers but also leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Rooted in dedication and teamwork, we have built enduring relationships, solidifying our position as a trusted partner in the fire service.   

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