Training and Development Manager

Job Summary

The Training Manager will identify training needs, design and implement training programs, and evaluate their effectiveness to improve employee skills and performance. This person will be responsible for forging relationships with local educational institutions, creating training materials, managing the training department budget, ensuring that programs align with company goals, planning all training, and facilitating training sessions as needed.

• Supervise Bilingual Training Specialist

• Proactively work with all departmental leaders to understand current and future training needs.
• Effectively create and implement training plans, including curriculum, materials, and various delivery methods (safety training, skills training, leadership training).
• Forge relationships and coordinate external training programs and opportunities with local colleges, trade schools, career centers and other institutions.
• Coordinate and deliver training sessions when needed.
• Visit job sites to gain understanding of work performed, job requirements, education and skills needed for each role.
• Own, oversee, and update the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Generate and update Key Process Indicators (KPIs).
• Assess effectiveness of training initiatives, track progress, and report outcomes.
• Effectively plan and manage the Training Department budget.
• Manage relationships with external training vendors.
• Oversee the new hire orientation process.
• Manage the Training Specialist and any other Training Department employees.
• Work closely with other members of the Human Resources Team to assure collaboration and excellent team dynamics and coordination.
• Direct and oversee projects assigned by the HR Director.
• Develop and implement new ideas and processes to improve the company training program.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of learning and development best practices.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective communication with all levels of the organization, as well as external partners and vendors.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to analyze data and assess performance.
• Passionate about development and growth of employees.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to training and development.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the Learning Management System (LMS) and other systems.
• Learn aspects of all jobs and positions within the company and be able to understand and communicate accurate requirements and training needs for each role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Collaborative team player.
• Knowledge of various training and instructional methods.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration or related field required.
• Minimum of five years in the field of training and development is highly preferred.
• Certified Professional in Training Management is a plus.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of facilitating training sessions in a classroom environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities, including active construction sites.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Must be able to read, hear and speak English.

Location:

Charleston, SC | Salary: $90,000.00 - $ |

Employment Type:

Full-time | Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level