HR Manager

Roanoke County, VA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke County, VA is seeking a senior professional to lead the learning and organizational development function, with countywide influence and independence.

You will design, deliver, and evaluate training; manage LMS records; align programs with county goals; and advise departments on workforce development.

Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in training/OD; public sector experience preferred; ability to influence across departments and shape workforce capability.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of progressive experience in employee training and organizational development.
• Experience designing, coordinating, and delivering training programs.
• Experience with compliance training, onboarding, and supervisor development.
• Public sector or local government experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and leads a countywide training and organizational development program.
• Assesses training needs through consultation, data, and reviews.
• Designs and delivers training programs, workshops, and materials.
• Manages compliance training documentation and tracking.
• Oversees onboarding, leadership development, and employee development initiatives.
• Consults with departments on development priorities and effectiveness.
• Maintains learning records and partners with outside vendors as needed.

Skills

Training & development

Facilitation

Program design

Needs assessment

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Learning management system

Job description

This is a senior-level professional position responsible for the County’s learning and organizational development function. This position has broad responsibility for countywide training strategy, program design, direct facilitation, workforce development planning, and organizational consultation with departments. The employee is expected to independently assess needs, create training materials, personally conduct training sessions, and recommend long-range improvements to strengthen workforce capability and support organizational effectiveness. This position does not supervise staff, but it carries a high degree of independence, subject‑matter responsibility, and County‑wide influence.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, and leads a comprehensive County training and organizational development program.
• Assesses countywide and department-specific training and development needs through consultation, feedback, data, and organizational review.
• Designs, prepares, and personally delivers training programs, workshops, presentations, and related materials for employees, supervisors, and leadership.
• Develops and conducts required compliance training and ensures appropriate processes exist for documentation and completion tracking.
• Designs and delivers onboarding, supervisor development, leadership development, and other employee development initiatives.
• Consults with departments and leadership regarding employee development needs, training priorities, and organizational effectiveness opportunities.
• Recommends training strategies and workforce development approaches that align with County goals, operational needs, and risk reduction efforts.
• Oversees and maintains learning management processes, training records, learning resources, and related reporting tools.
• Establishes standards and practices for training development, delivery, evaluation, and documentation.
• Evaluates training effectiveness through participation data, feedback, observed outcomes, and other performance measures, and recommends improvements.
• Develops policies, procedures, guides, and other supporting materials related to training and organizational development functions.
• Coordinates with outside vendors, consultants, or partner organizations as needed for specialized training resources or services.
• Serves as a subject matter resource to departments on learning, development, and training-related matters.
• Performs related work as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the work.

Experience

Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in employee training, learning and development, organizational development, Human Resources, or a related field. Experience designing, coordinating, and delivering training programs required. Experience with compliance training, onboarding, supervisor development, and use of a learning management system preferred. Public sector or local government experience preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

None required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of training, learning, and organizational development principles and practices, adult learning methods, and training evaluation. Knowledge of compliance‑related training requirements, employee development practices, and learning management systems. Skill in designing and delivering effective training programs, preparing training materials, and facilitating training for employees, supervisors, and leadership. Ability to assess organizational and departmental training needs, recommend practical learning solutions, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accurate training records. Ability to work independently, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and communicate ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Additional Requirements

Subject to complete criminal history search with acceptable results. Subject to DMV driving record review.

Working Conditions

Overall Physical Strength Demand:

SEDENTARY - Lift and/or exert force up to 10 lbs. occasionally or insignificant weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands:

C = Continuously

F = Frequently

O = Occasionally

R = Rarely

N = Never

O

O

O

R

C

R

R

N

C

F

Standing

Walking

Carrying

Reaching

Fine Dexterity

Crouching

Bending

Climbing

Vision

Talking

C

R

R

R

R

N

N

N

F

N

Environmental Factors:

D = Daily

W = Weekly

M = Monthly

S = Seasonally

R = Rarely

N = Never

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N

N

N

N

N

Mechanical Hazards

Chemical Hazards

Electrical Hazards

Fire Hazards

Explosives

Communicable Diseases

Physical Danger/Abuse

N

N

N

N

N

N

Dirt/Dust

Extreme Temperatures

Noise/Vibration

Fumes/Odors

Wetness/Humidity

Darkness/Poor Lighting

Primary Work Location:

Office Environment

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

Personal computer, calculator, copier, fax, scanner, shredder, projector

Protective Equipment Required:

None