Position Information

Functional TitleSr. Manager, Talent Development & Training

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryHR/EEO

GradeGS.15

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number25-0056

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelDivision Manager

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameHuman Resources Office

Reports toChief Human Resources Officer

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

This role is eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week.

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

TheSr. Manager, Talent Developmentplans, manages, and supervises the work activities and operations of the Talent Development Division. This role is responsible for the development, learning, and training of WSSC Water employees.

Essential Functions

• Proactively facilitates developmental needs assessments (organizational, business unit, teams) to determine critical areas for knowledge transfer and development and translates outcomes to solution-based program development

• Has leadership/primary responsibility for the Commissions’ talent development function

• Serves as key administrator for WSSC Water Learning Management System ( LMS ); manages all aspects of the system including, reporting, training, webinars, assessments and evaluations

• Ensures WSSC Water employee orientation and on-boarding processes meet or exceed the needs of the Commission and the hiring teams; enhances new hire transition and talent retention

• Advises Directors, Team Chiefs and management on talent development, learning and performance issues; recommends, develops and implements educational solutions and analyzes outcomes

• Provides guidance to management on enterprise-wide learning and performance intervention strategies

• Evaluates team and business unit learning, performance and operational issues and, where applicable, recommends developmental blended solutions

• Leads the design, development, implementation/deployment (including conducting sessions) of development systems, programs, and sessions, including testing and evaluation procedures

• Manages the WSSC Water knowledge capture and transfer initiatives, including succession planning

• Develops, manages, and implements a portfolio of talent development blended solutions including, but not limited to instructor-led, online, and self-directed learning

• Oversees the Commission’s training programs and tuition assistance program

• Manages WSSC Water development/training policies and budget

• Plans, manages, and supervises the work of assigned professional and support staff engaged in providing development services to Commission employees and managers

• Develops, provides and delivers training to Commission hiring managers

• Drafts and updates policies and procedures related to talent development and training

• Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination

Other Functions

• Performs all tasks and job functions in compliance with regulatory requirements

• Instructs, guides and counsels employees in meeting the Division’s and Office’s goals and objectives

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Business casual office environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, business practices, and statutory requirements for managing the Talent Development Division

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources management

• Ability to manage employees

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Ability to provide leadership and direction for assigned staff

• Ability to work cooperatively with subordinates, peers and supervisors in a team-based environment; ability to make independent decisions, solve problems and implement those decisions

• Ability to exercise sound judgment

• Ability to use standard office automation software

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

• 8+ years professional experience in talent development or employee training

• 3+ years management experience that includes employee supervision

Additional Requirements

Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

Preferences

• CPLP , PHR / SPHR or SHRM -CP/ SHRM - SCP or related certification

• Master’s degree in Human Resources

Salary$114,147- $194,049

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date10/04/2024

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application