Director, Training & Development (full-time​/1950 hours​/year) @ Any Northwood Tech Campus Location

Director, Training & Development

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Director, Training & Development at any of our four campus locations (Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, or Superior). The Director, Training and Development provides strategic leadership for employee learning, staff development, faculty development, talent development building, and professional growth initiatives across the College.

The Director develops and implements a comprehensive learning and development strategy that supports employee success, advances instructional excellence, and aligns workforce development efforts with institutional priorities. Working with college leadership, this role assesses organizational and employee development needs, designs meaningful learning experiences, and evaluates the impact of development programs on organizational effectiveness. The position serves as the College's primary resource for FQAS administration, collaborates with academic leaders to support faculty credential attainment and professional growth, and leads continuous improvement efforts that promote instructional quality and faculty success.

This position serves as the College's lead resource for faculty and staff professional development, employee onboarding, and professional growth initiatives. The Director fosters a culture of continuous learning and ensures development programs are aligned with both employee needs and the strategic goals of the College.

• Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech's Values:
• Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
• Innovation
  - Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
• Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
• Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
• Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
• Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
• Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.

Learning & Development Strategy

• Develop and implement a college wide learning and development strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Establish annual professional development priorities for faculty, staff, and leaders.
• Partner with college leadership to identify development needs and development opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Provide coaching and consultation to supervisors regarding employee development and growth.
• Collaborate with Talent & Culture to support talent management strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and manage assigned staff by providing strategic direction, delegating project and task assignments, and conducting performance evaluations to ensure high-quality outcomes and professional growth.

Professional Development Programs & Learning Technologies

• Conduct organizational learning needs assessments and analyze development priorities.
• Design, develop, and deliver engaging learning experiences using multiple delivery methods, including in-person, virtual, and self-paced formats for faculty, staff, and supervisors.
• Partner with subject matter experts to develop curriculum, tools, and learning resources.
• Ensure learning solutions are timely, relevant, and aligned with organizational needs.
• Lead and facilitate the College Professional Development Team.
• Oversee professional development programming for faculty and staff.
• Lead faculty development initiatives, including compliance with Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) requirements and new faculty onboarding.
• Coordinate special learning events, workshops, keynote presentations, and employee development opportunities.
• Oversee administration of the employee Learning Management System (LMS).
• Leverage technology and innovative learning solutions to enhance…