Director, People Development

Per Scholas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays & PTO

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Job summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Director, People Development in the United States to lead leadership enablement, onboarding pathways for new people leaders, and initiatives that foster inclusive, high-performing cultures. You will collaborate across functions to align learning with strategy and support performance management processes.

You will drive development programs, support PAR operations, and partner with leaders to design targeted learning interventions for career growth and compliance across a

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Learning & Development or People Operations
• Proven track record redesigning or scaling performance management processes
• Experience building end-to-end management development pipelines
• Ability to deploy ad hoc learning solutions in fast-paced environments
• Strong workshop facilitation, executive coaching, and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and scale core leadership enablement programs for frontline managers, mid-level directors, and senior executives.
• Create onboarding pathways for newly promoted and hired people leaders, covering management skills, coaching techniques, and compliance.
• Foster inclusive, high-performing team cultures, drive retention, and manage change.

Skills

Learning & Development

People Operations

Performance management

Workshop facilitation

Executive coaching

Presentation skills

Equity & inclusion

Tools

Data tracking

Reporting

Job description

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.organd follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Per Scholas candidates must reside in one of the following states, provided the position does not carry a specific office location requirement:AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA, WI.

Job Title: Director, People Development
Location: United States
Reports to: Vice President, People Development

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.organd follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Position Summary

The Director, People Development plays a key role in fostering a high-performance, growth-oriented culture by supporting learning and development initiatives aligned with organizational strategy and performance goals. This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to coordinate learning programs, manage platforms and tools, and support people leader development and employee career growth. The Manager will also support the administration and operationalization of our performance management process (PAR), contributing to a culture of accountability, development, wellness, and equity.

Key Responsibilities

People Leader Development & Mentorship Support

• Design, implement, and scale core leadership enablement programs for frontline managers, mid-level directors, and senior executives.
• Create robust onboarding pathways for newly promoted and hired people leaders, covering essential management skills, coaching techniques, and employment compliance.
• Equip leaders with the tools and mindsets needed to foster inclusive, high-performing team cultures, drive retention, and effectively manage change.

Performance Management (PAR) Operations

• Drive and evolve the performance management (PAR) process to ensure alignment with business goals, role expectations, and corporate strategy.
• Oversee performance cycles, continuous feedback mechanisms, and goal-setting frameworks and collaborate with cross-departmental leaders to ensure equity and consistency in evaluation
• Provide support to people leaders and employees during performance review cycles, including training and resource access.

Career Development & Ad Hoc Training Solutions

• Partner with cross-functional leaders to identify, design, and deploy targeted, bite-sized, or situational learning interventions (e.g., skill workshops, technical training, compliance updates).
• Support the execution of career development programs and professional development planning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, People Operations, or a related HR field.
• Demonstrated track record of redesigning or scaling performance management processes and building end-to-end management development pipelines.
• Proven ability to rapidly deploy responsive, ad hoc learning solutions in fast-paced or scaling environments.
• Strong workshop facilitation, executive coaching, and presentation skills.
• Passion for equity, inclusion, and developing others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-growth, mission-driven, or nonprofit environment.
• Proficiency with data tracking, reporting, and insights related to learning engagement or performance processes.
• Comfortable facilitating small group sessions or training events.

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $90,000. The salary difference is typically determined by several factors, including the candidate's geographic location and alignment with qualifications and experience.

Benefits & Perks

Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life!

• Holidays & PTO: Full-Time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members
• Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.
• Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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