Talent & Development Assistant Manager/Manager

Job Summary:

Responsible for design, delivery, administration and operation of training programs, practices and procedures that may be applied globally. Develops programs and practices to identify developmental needs. Provides on-going consultation on training and development research, learning theory, new materials, and methods and techniques. Researches, implements and maintains effective technology solutions to support training strategy. Interacts with functional organizations to develop specifications for content of courses.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Performs the research, development, delivery and maintenance of training programs for the organization.
• Delivers high value professional and skill-based training.
• Assesses applicability and value of course materials.
• Instructs participants in classroom and/or group sessions.
• Prepares curriculums including method, media and documentation to be presented - full instructional design responsibilities.
• Develops concise content, methods and materials.
• Prepares analytic reports on training activities for leadership.
• Coordinates specific activities for team member training programs.
• Uses needs assessment tools to determine effectiveness of proposed training programs.
• Interfaces with functional management teams to assess training and development needs as well as effectiveness of established programs.
• Assists with organizational change management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

• Mastery knowledge of industry best practices and disciplines. Considered a subject matter expert within the organization and contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards.
• Develops solutions to highly complex and uniquely challenging situations. Assignments require extensive evaluation of alternatives and variables. Expected to make improvements to policies and procedures.
• Works independently toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated using independent judgment and discretion. May act as informal team lead and/or coach less experienced team members.
• Serves as consultant to management and/or internal/external spokesperson for the organization on major initiatives related to policies, plans and long-range objectives.
• Actions may impact the organization and its reputation. Effects of erroneous decisions may be long-lasting, influence the future course of the organization and/or require the expenditure of extensive additional resources.

Work Experience:

• Typically 8+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.