Talent Development Lead – LMS & Leadership Programs

Environmental Defense Fund; Austin (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Defense Fund seeks a Senior Specialist in Talent Development to design, implement, and measure learning initiatives that advance our TD goals. The role blends hands-on LMS work with program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and data‑driven improvements.

The position reports to the Senior Manager, Talent Development and is based in a hybrid setup serving the Greater NY and Austin regions. A 2‑year fixed term contract supports leadership development programs and TD initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, organizational development, psychology, business, or related field.
• 4+ years designing and delivering enterprise-wide learning or talent programs.
• Experience administering an LMS (Workday Learning preferred; Cornerstone, SAP or Docebo acceptable).
• Experience managing vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Designs and delivers engaging learning sessions using ILT, e-learning, blended formats, and webinars.
• Manages end-to-end TD programs including scheduling, communications, and tech setup.
• Administers and optimizes the LMS, generates reports, and measures program impact.
• Coordinates with HRBPs and vendors to align TD strategies with needs.
• Supports onboarding and performance processes as needed.

Skills

Facilitation

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer service

Cultural competency

Office suite

E‑learning tools

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/PSY/Business

Tools

Workday Learning

Cornerstone

SAP

Docebo

Job description

Environmental Defense Fund seeks a Senior Specialist in Talent Development to design, implement, and measure learning initiatives that advance our TD goals. The role blends hands-on LMS work with program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and data‑driven improvements.

The position reports to the Senior Manager, Talent Development and is based in a hybrid setup serving the Greater NY and Austin regions. A 2‑year fixed term contract supports leadership development programs and TD initiatives.