Executive Director, Learning Development & Talent Acquisition

Executive Director, Learning Development & Talent Acquisition About the Company Vibrant public institution of higher education IndustryHigher Education TypeEducational Institution Founded1971 Employees1001-5000 Categories ApplyingClassesColleges and UniversitiesColllegeCommunity CollegeDegreeEducationFinancial AidGraduateGrantsHccHccsPaying for CollegeRegisteringScholarshipsServicesTrainingHigher EducationTraining Specialties InnovationDesignEntrepreneurshipCreativityTechnologyCollaborationHigher EducationMakerspaceResearchand Community Impact About the Role The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Learning Development and Talent Acquisition to design and implement organization-wide strategies, programs, policies, and processes for talent acquisition, learning, and development. The role leads the talent acquisition and learning and development teams, aligns workforce planning with organizational priorities, and builds effective partnerships with leadership and internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing initiatives for leadership development, team effectiveness, performance management, change management, employee engagement, talent assessment, and succession planning. The Executive Director also evaluates program outcomes, recommends improvements, oversees supporting vendors and systems, and ensures initiatives are implemented with appropriate change management and communication. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, human resources management, organizational development, or a related field, and at least seven years of professional human resources experience; a master’s degree is preferred. Experience in higher education or public or private industry is also preferred, and a PHR certification is an advantage. Required capabilities include budget and project management, training management, instructional design, presentations and facilitation, and proficiency with office software, information management systems, applicant tracking systems, and learning management systems. The role calls for strategic thinking, change leadership, talent development, resource management, and the ability to motivate others and drive results. Hiring Manager TitleVC, Talent Engagement & CHRO Functions Human Resources