Director, Learning & Development - Chicago, IL

VetJobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Director of Learning and Development to enhance employee leadership capabilities and professional growth. This role involves designing comprehensive learning programs, collaborating with various departments, and evaluating program effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leadership development, exceptional communication skills, and a strong understanding of adult learning principles.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Annual bonus based on company performance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in leadership development and organizational learning.
• Experience in collaborating with external vendors for development opportunities.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement learning programs aligned with company objectives.
• Assess effectiveness of learning initiatives and make data-informed adjustments.
• Lead a team of learning professionals.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project Management

Data Analysis

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

E-learning tools

Job description

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Job Description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Want to make an impact?

The Director of Learning and Development will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that enhance the leadership capabilities and professional growth of employees across the organization. This position requires a collaborative approach, working closely with various departments to assess training needs, develop strategic learning initiatives, and evaluate their effectiveness to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

This role will report to the VP, Talent Management & DEI.

This role is located at our headquarters at the Old Post Office in downtown Chicago and aligns to our hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Ways you will make a difference

Program Design and Implementation: Create and execute comprehensive learning programs that align with the strategic objectives of the company and departments, ensuring they meet the diverse needs of employees.

Collaboration and Integration: Partner with HR, senior leadership, and other departments to seamlessly integrate leadership development into talent processes.

Program Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of learning initiatives through participant feedback, assessments, and performance metrics, making data-informed adjustments as necessary.

Team Leadership: Lead and coach a team of learning professionals, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Industry Insight: Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in learning and development, leveraging this knowledge to innovate and refine our programs continuously.

Budget Management: Oversee budgets related to learning initiatives, ensuring efficient resource allocation that aligns with strategic priorities.

Auto req ID

447020BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Director

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Skills that will make you successful

Ability to develop long-term plans that align learning and development initiatives with organizational goals.

Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders including executives.

Mastery in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Ability to analyze data and metrics to inform decision-making and program improvements.

Adaptability in response to changing business environments and evolving workforce needs.

Experiences that will support your success

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

A proven track record of at least 10+ years in leadership development and organizational learning, with demonstrated success in creating impactful learning experiences.

Experience in identifying and collaborating with external vendors to develop unique development opportunities for employees and leaders.

Strong understanding of technology enablers and the digital learning landscape, along with proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning tools.

In-depth knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $127,600 - $178,600 annually.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

City*

Chicago

State*

Illinois

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Ferrara

Salary Range

>$100,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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