Manager III - Professional Development Manager

$0k Salary Not Available Position range in Gulf Coast $78k•$144k Per Year Manager III•Professional Development Manager

SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY

Occupation:

Training and Development Managers

Location:

Huntsville, TX•77340 Positions available: 1 Job #: 17000814

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/09/2026

Updated:

04/12/2026

Expires:

04/09/2027

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Not Specified

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift

Agency Job ID:

202600089S Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 48 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Help for .

Department:

Human Resources Full Time Open until filled:

Yes Requisition:

202600089

S Educational and Experience Requirement:

Bachelors degree in Adult Education, Organizational Development, Communication, Instructional Design, English, Human Resources, or related field. Masters degree preferred. Four years of experience in the design, implementation, and ongoing coordination of professional development programs or related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Performs complex managerial work coordinating professional development opportunities for Sam Houston State University employees. Designs and implements organizational development programs, activities, events, and employee assessment and coaching that increase the knowledge and skill level of leaders and employees. Serves as a member of the Human Resources Employee Engagement team and supports departmental initiatives and objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manages the work of assigned staff and oversees the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of professional development programs and related initiatives for University employees. Researches, develops, and implements training opportunities; identifies emerging training needs; partners with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to align learning with institutional competencies; and develops tools to assess training effectiveness and impact. Designs and presents training sessions to support employee development, workplace effectiveness, and institutional initiatives. Evaluates training outcomes and updates content as needed to ensure quality and impact. Serves as the administrator and primary point of contact for the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring content is reviewed, tested, and maintained. Oversees the Universitys Annual Performance Appraisal process and compliance training efforts, including tracking, reporting, and process improvement. Coordinates and manages departmental communications to support employee learning, engagement, and program awareness. Uses University systems and communication platforms to create, schedule, and distribute notifications and announcements on behalf of the department. Facilitates and supports leadership development programs by coordinating logistics, securing speakers, and delivering content. Interprets and ensures compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations, and recommends operational improvements based on trends, metrics, and program outcomes. Develops reports, monitors budgets, establishes priorities and standards, and recommends improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and employee development. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to manage business functions. Prepares communication and advertising material regarding employee professional development and Human Resources programs. Communicates with University departments, administrators, faculty, staff, student employees, State and Federal agencies, and outside vendors. Position requires confidentiality, initiative, and attention to detail and accuracy in all assignments. Travel may be required for professional development training or conferences. Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with TitleVIIas interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Physical Address:

Human Resources Department 1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202 P.O. Box 2356 Huntsville, TX 77341-2356

SHSU Employment Office:

(936) 294-1070

Email:

Employment@SHSU.edu

Employment Portal:

shsu.peopleadmin.com