Associate Director of Leadership and Professional Development

Arizona State University•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•$85,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking a curious, flexible, and driven Associate Director of Leadership and Professional Development (LPD) to join our People and Talent team. This position is perfect for someone passionate about employee growth and success, comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performing, and collaborative environment, able to quickly pivot when priorities change, and comfortable with some ambiguity. The role makes an impact every day by seeking to understand the development and training needs of EdPlus employees and supporting EdPlus leaders by leading employee growth programs and activities. ASU EdPlus is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. The Associate Director will align with leaders to recommend and execute LPD strategy, assess LPD needs, develop and manage LPD programs, and leverage in-person, online, and partner resources to promote employee growth in ways that support the EdPlus employee experience and culture tenets. This role will collaborate closely with and serve as the EdPlus liaison with the ASU Office of Human Resources Talent Development department and other LPD leaders across the enterprise.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Professional-level experience in curating resources and creating content and programs.
Evidence of a very high level of skill and professionalism in communicating, presenting, and facilitating.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing, results-driven environment subject to changing priorities and ambiguity.
Evidence of deep knowledge of adult learning theory, organizational effectiveness, employee development, and industry trends for leadership and professional development.
Evidence of a positive attitude, a willingness to get things done and help when needed, a curious mindset, and a solutions-based approach.
Experience working in higher education.
Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States.
ASU EdPlus will not be a sponsor for this position.

Responsibilities

Executing on LPD strategy as determined by leadership.
Assessing needs and program effectiveness; recommending, creating, and facilitating programs; and curating content to support employee and manager needs.
Promoting EdPlus, ASU, and external LPD opportunities.
Collaborating with and serving as the EdPlus liaison with the ASU Office of Human Resources Talent Development team and other LPD leaders across the enterprise.
Providing data and reports on LPD.
Managing and evaluating assigned employees.
Assuming or coordinating other duties or projects as directed.