Associate Director, Learning & Development - Barber National Institute

The Associate Director, Learning & Development plays a pivotal role in shaping the professional growth and success of employees at the Barber National Institute. This position leads the strategic direction of the training program and leads the team that designs, plans, and implements innovative training programs that foster employee engagement, leadership development, and organizational compliance.

What you’ll bring:

• A passion for employee development and developing innovative training programs.
• An innovative approach to using modern and engaging learning techniques that lead to transformation.
• Ability to plan and implement large-scale projects with attention to detail.
• Extensive experience leading and coaching teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

A typical day-to-day may include:

• Leading the team to design and implement training programs that align with compliance and organizational goals.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to identify and address job-specific training needs.
• Facilitating cross-departmental planning sessions to advance the mission,  strengthen internal culture, and address upskilling needs.
• Ensuring employee development is aligned with career ladders, mentoring programs, and organizational competencies.
• Analyze data and adjust operations as required by monitoring and evaluating training effectiveness, implementing continuous improvements.
• Support change management efforts through communication, skill-building, and employee support.
• Lead training initiatives to enhance BNI’s culture and a positive employee experience through targeted activities and programming.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational development, business, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least 10 years of related experience, with 5 years in a leadership role.
• Certified Professional in Talent Development (ATD-CPTD) and/or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is preferred.
• Adult learning experience is required.

Perks with a Purpose
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.

Healthcare
• Highmark Medical and Mental Health
• Free Delta Dental Coverage
• Free Davis Vision Coverage
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

• Teladoc Virtual Health
Financial Well-being
• 401K Retirement Savings option
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Discounts
Life & Family Support
• Free Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select events and services

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE