Strategic Leadership Development Lead

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California is seeking a Leadership Development Program Manager to lead the planning, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of its enterprise leadership development ecosystem. You will collaborate with the Director, LxD, and cross-functional teams to translate strategy into development pathways and practical learning that strengthens leadership across the organization.

Reporting to the Director of Learning & Development, you will drive measurable outcomes, manage

Qualifications

• Strategic perspective aligning leadership with organizational priorities.
• Deep knowledge of adult learning, competency-based development, and evaluation.
• Experience with blended learning—in-person, e-learning, and virtual collaboration.
• Strong facilitation and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of ESSC’s leadership development ecosystem.
• Translate strategy into leadership pathways from emerging leaders to the C-suite.
• Manage program delivery, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with LxD, Instructional Design, and Operations to ensure measurable impact.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Adult learning

Blended learning

Facilitation

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Easterseals Southern California is seeking a Leadership Development Program Manager to lead the planning, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of its enterprise leadership development ecosystem. You will collaborate with the Director, LxD, and cross-functional teams to translate strategy into development pathways and practical learning that strengthens leadership across the organization.

Reporting to the Director of Learning & Development, you will drive measurable outcomes, manage