Training Director/LD Manager

Hinds County Public Works; Center (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hinds County Public Works is seeking an experienced Learning and Development Manager to design and deliver training programs for staff, including e-learning and workshops. This exempt, At-Will position requires strategic thinking and strong budgeting skills. A CPLP is a plus and familiarity with LMS is essential.

The role emphasizes evaluating development needs, leading projects, and ensuring effective policies are implemented by direct care staff. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Psychology or related field with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience as an L&D Manager or Training Manager or similar.
• Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices.
• Experience in project management and budgeting.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS); strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Professional Certification (e.g. CPLP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement policies and practices by direct care staff.
• Undertake administrative and program management tasks.
• Evaluate development needs of individuals and the organization.
• Design and deliver e-learning courses, workshops and other training.
• Assess the success of developmental plans and help direct care staff make the most of learning opportunities.
• Assist in evaluating and hiring direct care staff and oversee the training of direct care staff.

Skills

L&D strategy

Training program development

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Psychology

Tools

LMS (Learning Management Systems)

MS Office

e-learning platforms

Job description

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed in positions allocated to this occupational class. No attempt is made to be exhaustive; related similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned

Ensure implementation of policies and practices by direct care staff

Undertake a variety of administrative and program management tasks

Evaluate individual and organizational development needs

Design and deliver e-learning courses, workshops and other training

Assess the success of developmental plans and help direct care staff make the most of learning opportunities

Assist in the evaluation and hiring of direct care staff and oversee the training of direct care staff

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration, Psychology or a directly related field with five (5) years of professional experience related to the described duties.

Proven experience as an L & D Manager, Training Manager or similar

Current knowledge of effective learning and development methods

Familiarity with e-learning platforms and practices

Experience in project management and budgeting

Proficient in MS office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Excellent Communication and Negotiations skills, sharp business acumen

Professional Certification (e.g. CPLP) is a plus

Terms of Employment

This is an exempt position.

This is an At-Will employment position

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Hinds County to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hinds County prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts Hinds County’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law.

Starting Salary

$45,145

Job Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled