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Robert Half
Learning & Development Manager
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What they do
A Director of Training and Development is responsible for managing all staff training and professional development programs for an employer or organization. Decides the training requirements of the organization and designs training programs that address staff needs. May also be partially responsible for determining the strategic goals of the organization. Supervises training managers and training staff and evaluates training impact.
$146,404 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced Learning & Development Manager to support an educational institution through a contract assignment. This role will guide organization-wide learning and development efforts that strengthen leadership effectiveness, employee growth, and a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will partner with leaders to identify development priorities, build practical learning programs, and help align training initiatives with institutional goals and compliance expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Create and lead a broad organizational development strategy that supports leadership capability, employee development, performance practices, and institutional culture.
- Design structured learning programs and development pathways that encourage leadership growth, change readiness, and ongoing improvement across departments.
- Partner with senior leaders to evaluate current operations, anticipate future development needs, and recommend learning solutions that advance institutional objectives.
- Develop and deliver training initiatives that reinforce compliance with board policies as well as applicable state and federal regulations.
- Assess the effectiveness of development programs through feedback, analysis, and measurable outcomes, then refine offerings based on results.
- Facilitate workshops, coaching sessions, and team-based learning experiences that enhance communication, collaboration, and organizational effectiveness.
- Establish tools, frameworks, and resources that help managers support employee performance and career development.
- Work across departments to promote consistent learning practices and foster a culture that values growth and accountability. Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in learning and development, organizational development, or a related leadership-focused role.
- Demonstrated ability to build and implement learning strategies that support organizational goals and workforce development.
- Experience collaborating with senior leadership to assess needs, prioritize initiatives, and drive change.
- Strong knowledge of training practices related to compliance, performance development, and leadership education.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills in a detail-oriented environment.
- Ability to analyze processes, identify development gaps, and translate findings into actionable programs.
- Experience with administrative and communication tools such as donor management systems, Raiser's Edge, mail merge, audit report drafting, and correspondence preparation.