Metropolitan Community College · 1 day ago
Director of Learning and Development
Fort Omaha Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$80K/yr - $80K/yr
7+ years expMetropolitan Community College is seeking a Director of Learning and Development to provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing learning initiatives for employees. This role aims to foster a culture of continuous learning aligned with institutional goals and involves collaboration with academic and administrative leaders to enhance workforce readiness and leadership capacity.
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Responsibilities
Develops and leads a comprehensive learning and professional development strategy aligned with institutional goals, workforce priorities and HR strategy
Serves as the institutional subject matter expert on learning, leadership development, and organizational capability building
Advances a culture of continuous learning and shared responsibility for professional growth
Leads the assessment of current and future workforce skill and capability needs to inform learning strategy, program design and resource allocation
Partners with HR colleagues and campus leaders on organizational development initiatives, including change management, succession planning, and talent development
Serves as a trusted internal consultant to leaders on learning needs, leadership challenges, and professional development solutions
Designs and delivers individual and group coaching for employees, managers, and leaders to support performance, development and career progression
Oversees the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of learning initiatives to include but not limited to: new employee onboarding, supervisor and manager development, leadership development programs, compliance and required training, and career and professional skill development
Ensures learning offerings are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to diverse employee populations
Provides strategic oversight of the Learning Management System (LMS) and other learning technologies
Establishes metrics and evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness, impact and outcomes of learning initiatives; uses data and feedback to inform decision making
Manages the learning and professional development budget, including vendor contracts and external facilitators
Leads, mentors, and develops learning and development staff
Represents the institution in professional networks and higher education learning communities
Attends work activities or programs as scheduled or assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field
Seven (7) years of progressive experience in learning and development, employee development, or organizational development
Demonstrated experience designing and leading institution-wide learning or leadership development programs
Supervisory and program management experience
Experience working collaboratively in a complex, decentralized organization
Ability to travel between campuses for meetings or position responsibilities
Must pass a background check
Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design principles, and leadership development best practices
Strong facilitation, communication, and consultation skills
Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other college supported systems
Excellent communication skills including active listening
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work well with minimal supervision in a team-orientated environment
Ability to demonstrate cooperation and professionalism while maintaining patience and understanding in stressful situations
Ability to work on campus in an office-based or classroom-style environment
Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Experience in higher education or public-sector organization
Experience with learning technologies and learning management systems
Demonstrated experience in professional or leadership coaching
Certification such as SHRM-SCP/CP, ATD CPLP, or equivalent
Company
Metropolitan Community College
Metropolitan Community College is a school in Omaha.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2022-01-27Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Alyssa Wiese
Dual Enrollment Navigator with Secondary Partnerships
Bob Goeman Ed.D.
Chief Information Officer
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