Learning and Development Administrator, Senior - Orange County Transportation Authority

Why OCTA:

Discover work that moves you in a dynamic and innovative setting. Be part of a team delivering Orange County’s transportation network of today and creating a vision for the future.

OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs.

We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. 

Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.

Overview:

Under general direction, coordinates, oversees, and evaluates the delivery of administrative training programs.  Designs, develops, and implements organizational development activities.

This is a non-exempt position in Salary Grade ­­195: Min $41.50– Mid $49.80 – Max $58.11 hourly. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.

The application deadline for this position is Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

This list is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and is not designed to be interpreted as an exhaustive listing of all tasks required of employees assigned to this job.

Displays High Integrity & Honesty: Takes personal responsibility, acts with honesty and consistency.

Has Technical and Professional Expertise: Has the technical skills, product knowledge and professional skills to do the job.

• Designs, develops and incorporates the agency’s core competencies into all existing and future training initiatives, thereby contributing to the vision of an integrated talent management strategy.
• Manages and procures contracts with consultants; oversees consultants under contract.
• Administers a variety of programs which support professional development, succession planning and organizational development.
• Prepares written reports recommending action plans, policies, and procedures.

Builds Relationships: Is trusted by others, is aware and supportive of needs of individuals and balances results with individual needs.

• Counsels employees on professional development.
• Builds trust and collaborates with groups throughout the Agency; partners and follows through with HR Business Partners and leaders across the Agency, handling confidential information with integrity.

Communicates Powerfully & Prolifically: Shares insights on issues/problems, clarifies purpose and links that purpose to actions.

• Delivers in person and virtual training and train-the-trainer sessions to all levels; content may be off-the-shelf coursework or OCTA-specific content developed internally.
• Utilizes excellent verbal, written, presentation and storytelling skills.

Drives for Results: Operates with speed and intensity, translates long-term goals into immediate actions.

• Assists the Department Manager to ensure departmental goals and objectives are met.
• Conducts organizational training needs assessments to identify companywide learning and development needs.
• Diagnoses organizational and training problems and develops an action plan.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or related field with a minimum of five years of related experience in organizational development and training, three of which are at the journey level.  Supervisory experience is desirable.

Working Conditions/Physical Activities:

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. OCTA provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Positions in this class typically require:

• Work may be performed in a stressful, fast-paced office environment, depending upon assignment.
• Ability to understand verbal communication and to respond effectively.
• Reaching, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, and Repetitive Motions in computer use.

Hazardous Conditions:

Positions in this class may also include these factors:

• Travel
  

Compensation and Benefits:

OCTA offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision health insurance programs, flex time (may be available), paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement, deferred compensation plan, educational reimbursement, excellent in-house training programs, free transportation passes for the employee and dependents, wellness and ergonomic programs, and much more. OCTA has a hybrid remote work program. Eligibility is dependent on manager’s approval.

OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected status.