Talent Development Specialist

Maverik; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

Discounts

Annual incentive bonus

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Maverik is seeking a Talent Development Specialist to empower our people to grow, lead, and succeed. You will implement and support talent development initiatives that drive leadership growth, skill building, and succession planning, ensuring a culture of continuous learning and measurable impact across the organization.

Based at our Salt Lake City Headquarters with a four-day hybrid in-office schedule, you will collaborate with leaders and subject matter experts to deliver value-based

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Human Resources, Learning & Development, and/or Talent Development.
• 2+ years’ project management experience.
• Experience designing and implementing innovative, value-add solutions aligned with business strategy.
• Experience using adult learning principles, training design and delivery, and measuring training effectiveness.
• Ability to coach and develop leaders at all levels, including executives.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills.
• The Maverik Spirit – a clear communicator, team player, and problem-solver in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver programs that enhance leadership capability, retention, and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with leaders, subject matter experts, and the Talent Development Manager to ensure consistent experiences.
• Partner to drive succession planning and development programs.
• Administer engagement and recognition programs, analyze results, and recommend actions.
• Deliver training, tools, and resources to support leaders and ensure engagement.
• Implement onboarding programs for new leaders and team members.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to deliver learning via train-the-trainer model.
• Support performance management and development processes, including goal setting and feedback.
• Assist with building career development frameworks and guiding career pathing discussions.

Skills

Leadership development

Project management

Adult learning

Coaching

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Maverik, we don’t just offer jobs,we offer adventures.

As our Talent Development Specialist, you’ll help create those adventures by empowering our people to grow, lead, and succeed. In this role, you’ll implement and support talent development initiatives that drive leadership growth, skill building, and succession planning, ensuring a culture of continuous learning and measurable impact across the organization.

Why this role matters:

This role directly impacts leadership development, team member growth, and organizational capability, helping Maverik attract, retain, and develop top talent.

Location/Schedule:

This role is based at our Salt Lake City Headquarters with a 4-day hybrid in-office schedule.

What You’ll Do In This Role:

The Talent Development Specialist supports and delivers programs that enhance leadership capability, retention, and employee engagement. You’ll collaborate with leaders, subject matter experts, and the Talent Development Manager to ensure consistent, value-based experiences across the organization.

• Support and implement leadership and talent development programs that enhance capability, retention, and readiness across all levels.
• Partner with the Talent Development Manager to drive succession planning and development programs.
• Administer engagement and recognition programs, analyze results, and recommend actions to strengthen culture and team member experience.
• Deliver training, tools, and resources to support leaders and ensure a consistent and engaging experience.
• Implement onboarding programs for new leaders and team members, ensuring a value-based experience across the organization.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to deliver and sustain learning through a train-the-trainer model.
• Support the performance management and development process, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Assist with building career development frameworks, identifying competencies, and guiding career pathing discussions.

You’ll be a great fit for this adventure if you have:

• 5+ years’ experience in Human Resources, Learning & Development, and/or Talent Development
• 2+ years’ project management experience
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement innovative, value-add solutions aligned with business strategy
• Experience using adult learning principles, training design and delivery, and measuring training effectiveness
• Ability to coach and develop leaders at all levels, including executives
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills
• The Maverik Spirit – a clear communicator, team player, and problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Bonus points if you also bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Adult Education, or related field
• Talent Development, Learning & Development, or HR-related certifications

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $80,000-$90,000 + DOE + Bonus Opportunities

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Maverik considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers, such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Benefits Include:

• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Package with company contribution to cost
• In-Store and Fuel Discounts
• Retirement plan with company match (401K)
• Eligible for the annual incentive bonus program
• Profit Sharing: When Maverik succeeds, so do you. Team Members are eligible for annual profit sharing
• Comprehensive Paid Time-Off Policy, along with additional perks and benefits