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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Training Director to lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive training programs across our organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for aligning training initiatives with business goals, enhancing employee skills, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
As the Training Director, you will oversee a team of training professionals and collaborate with department heads to assess training needs, design effective learning solutions, and measure the impact of training initiatives. You will also be responsible for managing budgets, selecting training technologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Key to this role is the ability to think strategically while also managing the day-to-day operations of the training function. You should have a strong background in instructional design, adult learning principles, and leadership development. Experience in change management and organizational development is also highly desirable.
This position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be working closely with senior leadership, HR, and employees at all levels. You must be able to influence and inspire others, drive engagement, and demonstrate a commitment to employee growth and organizational success.
If you are passionate about learning and development and have a proven track record of leading successful training programs, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement organization-wide training strategies
- Assess training needs through surveys, interviews, and performance data
- Design and deliver effective learning programs and materials
- Manage and mentor a team of training professionals
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make improvements
- Collaborate with department leaders to align training with business goals
- Oversee training budgets and resource allocation
- Select and manage training technologies and platforms
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and development
- Report on training metrics and outcomes to senior leadership
- Stay current with trends in learning and development
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, or related field
- Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPTD) preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in training and development
- At least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role
- Strong knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles
- Experience with learning management systems (LMS)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Experience in change management and organizational development
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and e-learning tools
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience in developing organization-wide training strategies?
- Can you describe a successful training program you led?
- How do you assess the effectiveness of training initiatives?
- What instructional design models are you most familiar with?
- How do you stay updated on trends in learning and development?
- Describe your experience with learning management systems.
- How do you align training programs with business objectives?
- What is your approach to managing a training team?
- Have you worked with external training vendors or consultants?
- How do you handle resistance to training or change?
- What metrics do you use to evaluate training success?
- Describe a time you had to manage a training budget.
