SEIU Local 2015 · 3 months ago
Learning and Development Director
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$137K/yr - $144K/yr
10+ years expSEIU Local 2015 is the largest local union in California, representing over half a million long-term care workers. They are seeking a Learning and Development Director to design and implement staff development programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and leadership development within the organization.
Civic & Social Organization
Responsibilities
Develop a cohesive philosophy and framework for staff development aligned with SEIU Local 2015’s values and mission
Create an internal-facing people management philosophy document with input from managers and staff
Establish systems for evaluating training effectiveness, using data and feedback to measure impact and drive continuous improvement
Oversee the development of digital learning platforms, e-learning modules, and blended learning opportunities
Facilitate workshops, retreats, and learning circles that foster collaboration and innovation across teams
Serve as a thought leader and advisor on learning trends, leadership development, and organizational change management
Build partnerships with external training providers, academic institutions, and professional organizations to expand learning opportunities
Ensure learning programs reflect SEIU Local 2015’s commitments to anti-racism, cross-solidarity, and social justice
Design and deliver a robust onboarding program for new managers, both promoted and external hires, ensuring a consistent management approach across the organization
Implement ongoing manager training on relevant topics, including: Manager expectations, Effective one-on-ones, Feedback (giving and receiving), Delegation and staff development, Team culture and trust building, Coaching, leadership styles, and situational leadership
Collaborate with HR, leaders, and managers to develop individualized career pathing and development plans for staff
Use insights from annual and quarterly surveys and performance reviews to identify organization-wide and departmental skill development needs
Work with field team leadership to identify training needs for both staff and member leaders
Develop and deliver programs such as a 6-week organizer onboarding training for new staff
Create and manage training calendars, ensuring logistical needs are met for seamless program delivery
Align programs with organizational goals and collaborate on initiatives led by the People and Culture team, including Justice at Work training and internal mentoring programs
Partner with senior leadership and the People & Culture team to assess organizational learning needs and create solutions that enhance performance and engagement
Lead on and demonstrate the organizations’ core values - Leadership, Compassion, Excellence, Accountability, Transparency, and Empowerment, and maintain high ethical standards
Train, develop, nurture and mentor members and staff; encourage teamwork and participation by staff and members
Manage a dynamic team of professionals within the department; prioritize staff training and development
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in learning and development or combined education, training and experience equivalent to 10+ years of experience in learning and development positions
4+ years of supervisory experience leading a team of 3 or more employees of either learning and development or training professionals
Proven experience in designing and delivering effective training and development programs
Strong background in learning and development, organizational development, or related fields
Demonstrated expertise in management training and leadership development
Proficiency with e-learning platforms, instructional technologies, and blended learning models
Ability to analyze data and identify trends to inform training needs and program design
Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Strong project management skills to coordinate complex training schedules and logistics
Commitment to advancing equity, antiracism, and organizational justice through training and development
Experience working within mission-driven or union environments is highly desirable
A strong commitment to building a progressive labor movement and organizing the unorganized
Benefits
Medical: 100% Employer paid. Coverage begins the first day of the month following date of hire.
Dental: 100% Employer paid. Coverage begins six (6) months following date of hire, first day of the following month.
Vision: 100% Employer paid. Coverage begins the first day of the month following date of hire.
Long Term Disability: 100% Employer paid. Coverage begins the first day of the month following date of hire.
Flexible Spending Account: Employee funded with an Employer matches the first $400.00 of only the Employee's contribution to self. Coverage begins the first day of the month following date of hire.
Pension: Membership in the SEIU Affiliates' Officer and Employees' Pension Fund, with employer contribution equal to 21% of your monthly salary.
401K: 100% employee-funded with no employer contribution. There is no enrollment waiting period and employees must make their own plan elections.
Vacation: You are eligible for 10 days of vacation annually, which is accrued at the rate of 3.08 hours per biweekly pay period. For your first year, your vacation time will be pro-rated based on your start date, and you are eligible to take vacation after your first (6) six months of employment. Vacation accrual increases at year 2, year 3, year 5, year 10, and year 15.
Employee Assistance Program: 100% Employer paid. Coverage begins the first day of the month following date of hire.
Company
SEIU Local 2015
SEIU Local 2015 is the largest union in California, representing more than half a million long-term care workers (home care, skilled nursing facility, and assisted living center workers) throughout the state.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kim Evon
Chief Executive Officer
David Werlin
Chief Operations Officer
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