ADAPT Community Network · 1 day ago
Vice President of Staff Training & Development
New York,NY,US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$125K/yr - $140K/yr
8+ years expADAPT Community Network is a leading organization providing services to people with developmental disabilities. The Vice President of Staff Training & Development will provide executive leadership for all staff training and development initiatives, designing a comprehensive learning strategy that enhances workforce performance and promotes a culture of continuous learning.
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Responsibilities
Provides executive leadership for all staff training and development initiatives, aligning learning strategies with ADAPT’s mission, workforce priorities, and long-term organizational goals
Develops and executes a multi-year, agency network-wide learning and development strategy that supports employee engagement, retention, succession planning, and leadership development
Serves as a senior advisor to executive leadership on workforce capability, training effectiveness, and emerging trends in learning and development
Assesses agency network-wide training needs and designs comprehensive training, professional education, and leadership development programs to meet regulatory, operational, and strategic needs
Oversees the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of training curricula, instructional materials, and delivery methods to ensure alignment with best practices and evidence-based approaches
Ensures all curricula reflect current research, regulatory standards, and industry innovations
Champions new and creative training formats, including blended learning, virtual instruction, microlearning, and experiential learning models
Oversees and maintains an agency network-wide training database and Learning Management System (LMS) to track staff compliance, certifications, and professional development activities
Ensures timely development and distribution of a comprehensive, agency network-wide training calendar
Ensures compliance with OPWDD, NYS, and other regulatory training requirements, partnering with Program and Department Directors to drive attendance and accountability
Leads evaluation of training effectiveness using data, metrics, and outcomes to inform continuous improvement
Leads, mentors, and develops a high-performing training and development team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth
Oversees the recruitment, supervision, and performance management of training staff, consultants, interns, and vendors
Develops, manages, and monitors departmental budgets; ensures responsible fiscal stewardship and maximizes return on investment
Establishes and implements policies and procedures related to training, professional development, and learning systems
Collaborates with LMS, Marketing, Communications, and external vendors to produce high-quality training materials, videos, and learning resources
Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with universities, professional organizations, and external training providers to expand learning opportunities
Leads the development, standardization, and governance of agency network-wide training curricula to be used across ADAPT Community Network and all affiliated organizations, ensuring consistency, quality, and regulatory compliance
Represents ADAPT in external forums, committees, and professional networks related to workforce development and training innovation
Partners with senior leaders to support leadership development, succession planning, and workforce readiness initiatives
Promotes a culture of learning, inclusion, and continuous improvement that supports staff engagement and retention
Performs other related duties and special initiatives as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; Master's degree preferred
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in staff training, learning and development, workforce development, or organizational effectiveness, preferably within a nonprofit, healthcare, human services, or disability services environment
At least 5 years of senior leadership experience, including managing managers and leading multi-disciplinary teams across complex organizations
Demonstrated experience designing and executing enterprise-wide learning strategies, including compliance-driven training, leadership development, and career pathway programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with and engage diverse audiences
Ability to achieve goals and deliverables through coordination of many individuals and activities
Ability to accept and work within a wide variety of cultural, educational, and religious differences
Willingness and drive to grow and develop programs and opportunities
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Exhibits professional ethics, discretion, and courtesy when dealing with others
Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate staff, volunteers, and interns
Demonstrates proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Establishes and maintains positive and supportive rapport with staff and people supported, aiding in retention and providing coaching as needed
Passion for ADAPT's mission and demonstrates a commitment to the non-profit disability sector
Benefits
Industry-Leading Benefits
Company
ADAPT Community Network
ADAPT Community Network is a non-profit organization that provides support and services to people with disabilities and their families.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Edward Matthews
Chief Executive Officer
James Brown
CIO
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