Director Learning & Development

Liberty Dental Plan; Tustin (CA); Remote; USD 143,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of Learning & Development to empower employees through innovative training programs. This role involves designing impactful learning experiences that align with business goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement. As a strategic leader, you will collaborate with senior management to identify skill gaps and deliver tailored learning solutions. With a focus on leadership development and organizational growth, this position offers the opportunity to drive significant change in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join a company that values employee wellness and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

401(k) retirement benefits

100% employer-paid dental coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Generous vacation and sick leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Expansive wellness programs

Remote or hybrid work options

Paid company holidays

Affordable medical insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Learning & Development with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience designing successful learning and leadership programs.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a company-wide learning and development strategy.
• Design leadership development programs to support career growth.

Skills

Leadership Development

Instructional Design

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Job Details

LIBERTY Dental Plan Corp. - Tustin, CA Fully Remote Full Time Day Health Care

Job Summary

Are you passionate about empowering employees and building programs that develop the next generation of leaders? We're looking for a Director of Learning & Development who will drive the design and delivery of innovative, impactful learning experiences across our growing organization.

As our Director of L&D, you will shape a strategy that elevates skills, accelerates careers, and strengthens our culture of continuous improvement. You'll work closely with senior leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts to create learning journeys that align with our business goals and meet employees where they are.

If you thrive in dynamic environments, love translating business needs into creative development solutions, and have a strong passion for leadership development and organizational growth, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do:

• Build and lead a company-wide learning and development strategy that drives employee engagement and business performance.
• Design leadership development programs and high-potential employee initiatives that support career growth and succession planning.
• Oversee onboarding, technical training, compliance training, and professional development efforts across departments.
• Partner with HR, department heads, and executive leadership to identify skill gaps and deliver tailored learning experiences.
• Manage our Learning Management System (LMS) and curate a dynamic, accessible course library.
• Measure training effectiveness using data, feedback, and performance outcomes to continuously enhance our programs.
• Mentor and inspire a team of L&D professionals (where applicable) and drive a culture of innovation in learning.
• Stay on top of L&D trends, tools, and technologies to bring fresh ideas to our organization.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years in Learning & Development, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing successful company-wide learning and leadership programs.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and modern learning technologies.
• Experience managing a Learning Management System (LMS) and creating engaging e-learning programs.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and facilitation skills with a strategic mindset.
• Ability to balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications such as CPLP, PHR/SPHR, or PMP are a plus.

Location

Our employees are distributed in office locations in multiple markets across the United States. We are unable to hire or allow employees to work outside of the United States.

What Liberty Offers

Happy, healthy employees enhance our ability to assist our members and contribute more actively to their communities. That’s why Liberty offers competitive and attractive benefit packages for our employees. We strive to care for employees in ways that promote wellness and productivity.

Our first-class benefits package supports employees and their dependents with:

• Competitive pay structure and savings options to help you reach your financial goals.

• Excellent 401(k) retirement benefits, including employer match, Roth IRA options, immediate vesting during the Safe Harbor period, and access to professional financial advice through Financial Engines.

• Affordable medical insurance, with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage. Liberty subsidizes the cost for eligible dependents enrolled in the plan.

• 100% employer-paid dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents.

• Vision insurance with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage and dependents.

• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, equal to one times your base salary, with options to purchase additional supplemental coverage.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Voluntary benefit programs, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

• Long-term disability coverage.

• Expansive wellness programs, including company-wide wellness challenges, BurnAlong memberships, and gym discounts.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental health and well-being.

• Generous vacation and sick leave policies, with the ability to roll over unused time.

• 10 paid company holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement for eligible educational expenses.

• Remote or hybrid work options available for various positions.

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $173,000, not including fringe benefits or potential bonuses. At Liberty, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience. We are committed to pay equity and also consider the internal equity of our current team members when making final compensation decisions.

Please note that the range listed represents the full base salary range for this role. Typically, offers are not made at the top of the range to allow for future salary growth.

Liberty Dental Plan commits to maintaining a work environment that acknowledges all individuals within the workplace and will continue to engage in practices that are inclusive of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to have every person within the organization have a sense of belonging while encouraging individuals to unleash their full potential. Liberty will leverage diverse perspectives in building high performance teams and organizational culture.

Liberty Dental Plan will continue to strengthen and develop external partnerships by providing equitable health care access and improving population health in the communities we serve.

We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment, recruitment, promotions, and transfers, as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Sponsorship and Relocation Specifications

Liberty Dental Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer / VETS / Disabled.

No relocation assistance or sponsorship available at this time.