Director- Enterprise Learning & Development

Builders FirstSource•Irving, TX

21h

About The Position

The Director of Learning Programs plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s learning and development strategy to meet evolving business needs. This strategic leader is responsible for designing and scaling innovative learning solutions that drive organizational capability and performance. The role leads the development of cutting-edge content strategies, leveraging AI, social learning, and simulations to enhance learner engagement and retention. The Director oversees a high-performing team, partners with key stakeholders to align learning initiatives with business goals and ensures continuous improvement through robust evaluation metrics. Key responsibilities include managing learning technologies, building a dynamic skills taxonomy, and fostering a culture of continuous development across the enterprise.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years in learning and development roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position overseeing learning programs and teams.
Systems and Tools: Expertise in Learning Management Systems and instructional design tools.
Familiarity with AI-driven learning technologies and simulations.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Strategic Content and Learning Development
Scalable Content Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to quickly scale and build learning content that aligns with organizational objectives.
Innovative Learning Models: Establish models and frameworks for innovative learning, incorporating current trends such as social learning and AI simulations to enhance engagement and effectiveness.
Skill Reinforcement: Implement methods to reinforce skills and behaviors beyond the learning event, ensuring long-term impact and application.
Team and Stakeholder Management
Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team focused on high accountability and best-in-class learning solutions.
Consultation and Coaching: Conduct performance and learning consultations with the business, teaching and coaching consulting skills within the team.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify learning needs and ensure alignment with business goals.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
AI and Innovation: Leverage AI tools to accelerate skills identification and learning content development.
Evaluation and Metrics: Develop an evaluation approach tied to key performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of training programs and drive continuous improvement.
Business Alignment: Stay attuned to the changing business context and skills in roles, anticipating shifts in training needs and approaches.
Systems and Technology Management
LMS Oversight: Manage and optimize Learning Management Systems to enhance the learner experience and streamline content delivery.
Skills Taxonomy: Oversee the creation and management of a skills taxonomy, ensuring content is aligned with skills and user experience navigation supports skill development.