Academy Coach

Walmart • Hudson, FL

2d • $65,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Academy Coach is a learning and development leader responsible for delivering training that builds associate capability, supports operational excellence, and contributes to business results across Walmart facilities. The role facilitates learning through multiple modalities, supports change management, partners with facility leaders to develop talent, and helps ensure classroom learning is applied on the job. The Academy Coach also provides coaching and performance support, supports operational readiness, drives continuous improvement, and fosters a culture of learning and belonging.

This position is fully onsite in Hudson, Florida. The annual salary range is $65,000 to $100,000, with additional annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Certain positions may also receive regional pay-zone or complex-structure compensation differentials. The stated minimum qualifications include current Walmart associate status and 18 months of Walmart operations experience as a salaried member of management supervising non-exempt associates or employees. Firearms-related background checks, training, or state certification apply only when relevant to the facility or role. Associates must complete required trainings and assessments.

Requirements

• Current Walmart associate with 18 months of experience in Walmart operations as a salaried member of management supervising non-exempt associates or employees.
• Successful completion of a firearms-specific Criminal Background Check and Firearms Authorized Training if applying for a position in a store that sells firearms.
• State-issued Certificate of Eligibility if applying for a position in a store that sells ammunition.
• Successful completion of all job-required trainings and assessments.

Nice To Haves

• Salaried Walmart operations experience supervising five or more direct reports, with responsibility for performance management, mentoring, hiring, and firing.
• Knowledge of Walmart Academy programs, operational processes, and leadership development practices.
• Experience facilitating adult learning and making complex topics understandable, engaging, and actionable.
• Strong communication and influencing skills with associates and leaders at all levels.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high-quality learning experience.
• Understanding of Walmart operations and ability to connect learning initiatives to business outcomes.
• Comfort using virtual learning tools, VR, and other emerging training platforms.
• Skill in giving and receiving feedback and using coaching conversations to drive improvement.
• Collaborative relationship-building across teams and facilities.
• Track record of leading change, supporting operational readiness, and helping teams adopt new initiatives.
• Energy, authenticity, and a learner-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning experiences that build associate capability and operational excellence.
• Facilitate training through instructor-led classroom sessions, virtual platforms, Academy Connect, VR, and emerging learning technologies.
• Partner with facility leaders to identify development opportunities, strengthen talent pipelines, and support succession planning.
• Coach and develop associates and leaders through actionable feedback, mentoring, and performance support.
• Conduct facility visits to check that classroom learning translates into operational execution and identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Support adoption of new processes, programs, and change initiatives through training, communication, and hands-on coaching.
• Build relationships with facility stakeholders, Academy teams, and business partners to align learning solutions with business needs.
• Conduct facilitation audits, participate in content reviews, and provide feedback to improve learning effectiveness.
• Use data, observations, and business insights to measure learning outcomes and improve associate readiness.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that supports engagement, belonging, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Attend and successfully complete job-required trainings and assessments.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentive awards and bonuses
• 401(k) match
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Paid time off, including sick leave and other leave options
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U education benefit, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed