Director, Learning and Development

Key Responsibilities

• Research innovative learning & development strategies for a diverse audience of workplace professionals.
• Contribute to the successful design and drive execution of the HACR DE&I member learning & development strategy.
• Deliver educational culturally nuanced training based on DE&I topics numerous times a month; Develop and deliver in-house content using a blend of delivery methods including live virtual, face to face and online content.
• Ensure high-quality performance of existing programs and initiatives; Monitor the consistency and continuity among programs.
• Leverage past experiences and program successes and challenges, corporate and non-profit industry best practices and strengths offered by existing partnerships to guide the development of future initiatives.
• Maintain a comprehensive work plan for future engagement strategies with member organizations.
• Collect and analyze program data to provide insights and ensure effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strategic and effective relationships with L&D stakeholders/leaders within HACR’S membership companies.
• Develop learning and development programs using inclusive learning practices and ensure they support our DE&I strategy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required when demonstrated experience and expertise is available.
• Four (4) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of DE&I, Learning & Development or Talent Development.
• Proven leadership/management experience.
• Strong personal and/or professional interest.
• Experience in developing, delivering, and managing Inclusion & Diversity initiatives in a multinational organization
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple learning programs concurrently is vital.
• The ability to quickly get up to speed on latest content areas and adjust your facilitation style to accommodate different individuals is critical.
• Experience facilitating large groups (150 ) in-person and virtual.
• Experience with digital fluency; Zoom, Teams, Webex, Outlook, Canva
• Training and facilitation certification a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of adult-learning strategies and inclusive training techniques in both in-person and virtual training environments.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Experience in member relations, leadership development, or another related field.
• Confident and comfortable interacting with a diverse group of individuals from all sectors of the community including C-suite level executives at Fortune 500 companies.
• Be responsive and aware of the impact of the Hispanic Community on the marketplace and in Corporate America.
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• Team player and effective collaborator with staff and consultants
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
• Salesforce proficiency is preferred.
• Ability to travel inside the U.S. at least 6-10 times per year is required.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibility for other duties and projects as assigned.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Occasionally attend evening work related events
• Salesforce proficiency is preferred
• Ability to travel inside the U.S. at least 6-10 times per year is required.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibility for other duties and projects as assigned.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Occasionally attend evening work related events

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) Retirement
• 401(k) Company Match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Leave
• Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Transportation Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Other offered benefit

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand.
• Occasionally required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read.
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds.