Atlanta Regional Commission · 2 weeks ago
Training & Professional Development Coordinator
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is seeking an experienced and strategic Training & Professional Development Coordinator to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-wide training and professional development programs. This role is responsible for creating comprehensive learning systems that support all staff and deliver targeted leadership development for senior leaders and managers across the organization.
Government
Responsibilities
Lead ARC’s enterprise-wide training and leadership development framework, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, workforce priorities, and performance management objectives
Design, develop, and implement end-to-end adult learning programs from concept through execution, including needs assessment, curriculum development, facilitation, and evaluation
Create structured learning pathways for senior leaders, middle managers, and high-potential/emerging leaders
Build and sustain leadership development frameworks that promote consistency, equity, and organizational effectiveness
Partner with HR leadership and senior executives to support succession planning and leadership readiness initiatives
Design development programs and learning interventions that strengthen bench strength and prepare future leaders
Support managers in identifying development needs and growth opportunities for their teams
Align training and leadership development initiatives with ARC’s performance management framework, including leadership competencies, goal-setting, feedback practices, development planning, and manager capability-building
Provide support to the Performance Management Lifecycle
Design high-quality training curricula, learning modules, and materials using adult learning best practices
Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual training sessions for leadership and management audiences
Incorporate experiential learning, assessment tools, and reflective practices to support skill development and behavior change
Administer and interpret talent and personality assessment tools such as DISC, Meyers - Briggs, Clifton Strengths, or other similar models
Integrate assessment insights into leadership development programs, team effectiveness sessions, and individual development planning
Serve as an internal subject-matter expert on leadership competencies, communication styles, and professional growth
Provide coaching and professional development counseling to support performance, leadership effectiveness, and career development
Support leaders through transitions, performance challenges, and team dynamics with a solution-oriented, developmental approach
Partner with HR colleagues to determine when coaching, counseling, or training interventions are most appropriate
Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and discretion at all times
Manage multiple training and leadership development initiatives concurrently
Evaluate program effectiveness using participant feedback, outcomes, and workforce data, including performance trends and capability gaps, and continuously refine offerings
Maintain training documentation, resources, and learning records
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Adult Education, Psychology, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in training, professional development, organizational development, or a related discipline
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering adult learning programs for leaders at multiple levels
Certification and/or demonstrated and applied experience with talent and personality assessment models such as DISC, or similar frameworks
Strong facilitation experience with executive and management audiences
Strong understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design
Ability to design scalable, enterprise-wide training systems
Executive presence and the ability to build trust with senior leaders
Strong coaching, listening, and counseling skills with a developmental (non-clinical) focus
Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
High level of discretion, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment
Preferred
Master's degree in Organizational Development, Adult Learning, Human Resources, Leadership, or a related field
Coaching certification or formal training in leadership or executive coaching
Experience supporting succession planning or leadership pipeline initiatives
Experience in public sector or nonprofit environments
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
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Company
Atlanta Regional Commission
The Atlanta Regional Commission is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency for the 10-county Atlanta region.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.07MKey Investors
UnitedHealthcare
2022-08-10Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Ann Carpenter
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