Leadership Development Partner

Western States Careers•Meridian, ID

About The Position

In partnership with the Director of Talent Development, the Leadership Development Partner plays a critical role in the successful development, coordination, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Western States Leadership Academy. This role serves as a thought partner, developer, and facilitator, working across the business to align leadership development efforts with organizational strategy and leader capability needs. The Leadership Development Partner operates at a high level of visibility and serves as a trusted partner through regular interaction with leaders at multiple levels across the business. A critical component of this position is staying current on innovative training techniques and tools that meet the needs of a growing organization that values a culture of professional development. Leadership Partners with the Director of Talent Development to support the vision, strategy, and execution of the Western States Leadership Academy.

Requirements

Technologically adept; proficient in utilizing Microsoft 365 tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Team, SharePoint, etc.) and other software (Canva) to develop and deliver leadership training content and learning materials.
Ability to influence without authority and partner effectively across the organization.
Delivers an exceptional customer experience.
Experience leading and working cross-functionally, and with external partners.
Outstanding interpersonal skills that build relationships at all levels across the organization
Exceptional written and verbal communication and facilitation/public speaking skills.
Ability to travel overnight up to 25%
Valid Drivers License with acceptable driving record required.
Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).
Must be able to sit for long periods along with walking, standing, climbing stairs, reaching pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.
Able to lift up to 30 lbs. in accordance with Western States’ Lifting Safe Work Practice to include amount and approach.
Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Equivalent experience accepted.
Minimum of 2 years in a Leadership/Talent Development/Training or related role.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing leadership training content preferred.
1 year supervisory/management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitates and co-facilitates full-day and multi-day leadership programs to deliver impactful leadership training experiences across leadership levels.
Supports participant registration, roster management, and creates communications related to class requests and registrations.
Ensures successful LMS (learning management system) alignment and related LMS actions for Leadership Academy programs and classes.
Coordinates schedules, logistics, and resources to ensure high-quality and consistent program delivery.
Collaborates with various cross-functional/cross-divisional teams and subject matter experts to align leadership development efforts with business priorities and needs.
Develops and maintains leadership development content, including curriculum, learning materials, and facilitation resources for instructorâled training experiences.
Ensures alignment between the Leadership Academy and other talent development programs to create a cohesive leadership journey.
Applies adult and experiential learning principles to enhance engagement and skill application.
Models Western States leadership behaviors and values in all interactions and conduct.