Director of Learning and Development

Director of Learning and Development

Dallas - On-site role

One day of hybrid after 6 months

I am handpicking this Director of Learning and Development for the CHRO to oversee the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of all training and development programs across the organization. Your primary objective will be to enhance our employees' skills, knowledge, and competencies, ensuring they are equipped to perform their roles effectively. You will lead a team of training professionals and collaborate with various departments to identify training needs and develop comprehensive programs aligned with the company's strategic goals.  This CHRO is wonderful. As is the team and the company, integrity always, and family-first leadership! Let me know what you think?

I need a self-starter with ethical standards and accountability. Energetic, proactive, and adaptable ..........passionate about fostering growth and success, AND metric-driven team player. 

This is an on-site role, with one day of hybrid after 6 months. However, this CHRO is not a micro-manager and understands when things come up. The office is located inside THE 635 Loop, near 75 & Walnut Hill.

BELOW ARE MY MUST-HAVES:

Key Responsibilities: 

• Training Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive training and development strategy that aligns with the company's objectives, culture, and values.
• Needs Assessment: Collaborate with department heads and HR to conduct training needs assessments and identify skill gaps and learning opportunities across the organization. Also partner with Senior Executives to translate business strategy into people-focused solutions.
• Curriculum Design: Oversee the creation and updating of training programs, courses, and learning materials, ensuring they are engaging, relevant, and up-to-date with industry’s best practices.
• Training Delivery: Implement various training methodologies, including in-person workshops, online courses, on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring, to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of training professionals, providing guidance, feedback, and performance evaluations to ensure their growth and development.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the training and development budget, optimizing resources to maximize the impact of training initiatives.
• Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with external training vendors and manage contracts to leverage external expertise when necessary.
• Technology Integration: Create tools, resources, and an education platform while staying updated with the latest training technologies and platforms, leveraging e-learning tools and software to enhance the training experience.
• Training Evaluation: Implement effective evaluation methods to measure the success and impact of training programs, making data-driven improvements when needed.
• Compliance: Ensure that training programs comply with all relevant regulations and standards, especially in industries with specific compliance requirements.
• Succession Planning: Collaborate with HR to identify high-potential employees and create career development plans to foster a talent pipeline.
• Training Communications: Develop communication strategies that promote training opportunities and encourage employee engagement in professional development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 5 years of experience in designing and implementing training and development programs, preferably in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training evaluation techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning tools.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to make informed decisions and measure the effectiveness of training initiatives. 
• Strong organizational and project management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience in conducting training needs assessments and aligning training programs with business goals.
• Understanding of industry-specific compliance requirements and regulations related to training and development.