At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a 120+ year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company has a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture where opportunity for growth abounds.
The Training Development Manager will partner with subject matter experts within the company and externally to ensure our workforce has the knowledge, skills, and overall competency to meet their current and future business needs. This includes teaching courses, facilitating discussions, writing courses, leading train-the-trainer workshops, and partnering with subject-matter experts and leaders to create learning programs and assess learning needs. This individual works within the Human Resources department of the organization and will be a high-impact team member affecting nearly 1,000 employees. The position will report to Human Resources Director and will partner closely with business unit managers, department leaders, and key stakeholders. This role requires travel to regional offices across Southern California, as well as national meetings and training events. Expected travel for this role is 10%-15% of the time.
Essential Functions
- Design strategic unique learning solutions from start to completion following training best practices and aligned with the organizational needs.
- Work with HR and Management to develop and refine processes that ensure Griffith Company training facilitates career development.
- Drive solutions that focus on increasing core skills, capabilities, and proficiency in job roles.
- Assess current training programs and suggest modifications that enhances the learners' performance as well as the learning experience.
- Design training pathways for emerging leaders, new supervisors, and seasoned managers.
- Act as a learning consultant and trusted advisor to the business.
- Partner with functional areas for required training and development of solutions that keep the company in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Develop and formalize processes to gather learning data, analyze, and communicate training effectiveness and impact.
- Partner with regional leaders and human resources to remove obstacles related to creation of content, programs, solutions, processes, and technology.
- Support a culture of learning and growth by providing visibility and accessibility to learners on existing learning resources.
- Research and test various learning technologies and solutions to improve learning engagement, retention, and behavior change.
- Partner with human resources team and senior management to develop incoming talent and understand skills required to develop team and individual capabilities.
- Partner with technical trainers and in-house subject matter experts to develop and drive solutions that focus on increasing core skills, capabilities, and proficiencies in operational and support roles.
- Maintain an internal network of subject matter experts (SMEs) to effectively identify key business challenges and develop appropriate approach to improve learning effectiveness, support key roles, and address business needs.
- Identify, evaluate, and recommend learning management system platforms to support organizational training needs, including conducting research, demos, needs assessments, and implementation management.
- Deliver Train-the-Trainer programs in the implementation of training solutions and programs.
- Understand and comply with all relevant regulatory programs, including federal, state, and local laws governing apprenticeship training, and reporting requirements preferred
- Other duties as assigned.
Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.- Practices discretion and confidentiality at all times.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated experience successfully managing programs and/or projects.
- Knowledge of adult learning theories and learning and development best practices.
- Must be flexible to deliver training in a variety of formats: classroom, virtual, on-the-job, synchronous, asynchronous, etc.
- Ability to describe technical concepts in a way that makes them easily understandable, digestible, and relatable.
- Technical aptitude and demonstrated experience leveraging learning technologies and tools that integrate with and support learning activities.
- Experience demonstrating the effectiveness of learning solutions through measurement, analysis and reporting required.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and other course development tools
- Energy, enthusiasm and initiative to create new programs and drive national outcomes, balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exhibit professional and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.
- Proficient Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to use critical thinking to resolve daily challenges and analyze data.
- Accurately succeeds under pressure and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.
- Builds and maintains positive working relationships. Thrives on teamwork.
- Welcomes professional and personal development.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE- Bachelor’s degree (Human Resources Development, Business Administration, Learning and Development, Education, or other related field) or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
- 5+ years related experience developing and implementing training solutions.
- 5+ years of experience designing and developing instructional materials in a variety of media required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Most time spent in an indoor office environment
- Sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time
- Listening and speaking to others
- Occasional lifting of files and boxes up to 20 lbs.
- Pushing/pulling of file cabinets
- Extended visual use of a computer screen
- Frequent typing
- Occasional travel – 10-15% of the time.
Company Benefits Package
In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees — including a superior health benefits package — Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation, Griffith Company employees have the opportunity to directly and financially benefit from the Company's success. Other benefits include vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401K program. (Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
Salary Range: $110,000-$140,000 (depending on level of experience and qualifications).
Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates outside of the local area on a case-by-case basis.
Visit us at: www.griffithcompany.net
Griffith Company is an equal opportunity employer and an employee-owned company.
