Talent Development - Talent Development Partner

Kalispel Tribe Careers•Airway Heights, WA

About The Position

The Talent Development Partner facilitates courses, maintains programs, and supports the development of team members throughout the organization. Working at a professional level and closely with organizational leaders, this role helps build talent and foster a culture of learning. It requires a perceptive, consultative approach and the ability to relate to individuals at all levels. The role facilitates in-person, virtual, and blended learning experiences; coordinates class schedules; develops facilitator guides and instructional methods; and partners with HR, senior leaders, and Learning and Development colleagues to design and deliver learning programs. It also manages training-resource requests, maintains high-quality curricula, develops assessment and skills models, evaluates learning programs, analyzes survey and assessment data, and recommends improvements to address organizational skills and knowledge gaps. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is primarily in a temperature-controlled office with moderate noise, though duties may involve exposure to casino-related conditions such as tobacco smoke, flashing lights, and loud noises. Travel to nearby properties is infrequent and typically not required. The employer applies Indian preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers, in the stated order: Kalispel Tribal Members; spouses of enrolled Kalispel Tribal Members; enrolled members of other Indian Tribes; and all other applicants.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or Adult Education.
At least four years of corporate training experience.
Experience providing formal, interactive presentations or learning experiences to small and large audiences.
Ability to build effective relationships and influence people from varied backgrounds and organizational levels, with excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adapt instruction and facilitation to a remote work environment using Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or other platforms, and to apply current and innovative adult-learning practices.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Proficiency with computers and software applications, including the ability to learn and use new software effectively.
Ability to solve practical problems and resolve administrative issues under pressure, including when standardization is limited.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Associated Professional in Talent Development certification, or ability to obtain it within 12 months.
Ability to obtain and maintain Work Permit Level 2.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays when required by business needs.
Ability to maintain consistent, regular attendance.
Valid driver’s license and insurability if operating a Tribal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience using learning management systems.
Human Resources experience with policies, procedures, and employment law.

Responsibilities

Facilitate in-person, virtual, or blended learning experiences and development opportunities, including public speaking, classroom management, and retention assessment.
Plan, coordinate, and communicate class availability and schedules to pertinent departments and team members.
Create facilitator guides and determine instructional methods, including individual development, group instruction, computer-based learning, lectures, demonstrations, and meetings.
Partner with HR, senior leaders, and other Learning and Development team members to create comprehensive learning experiences for operations leaders and team members.
Design programs, courses, and content aligned with industry best practices and research in adult learning theory, high-potential development, and engagement.
Manage training and instructional-resource requests, including evaluating requests, defining scope of work, and executing the design, development, and delivery of instruction or resources.
Keep course curricula and educational materials updated and ensure they are of exceptional quality.
Develop assessment and skills models to support operations teams in the continued development of their teams.
Serve as a strategic thought partner in planning and delivering large-scale development or learning sessions.
Evaluate internal and external learning and development programs annually using formal and informal evaluation tools.
Recommend strategic revisions to current learning and development initiatives.
Interpret internal survey or assessment data to provide direction, resources, and support for operational teams.
Identify opportunities to develop, facilitate, and maintain learning efforts that address organizational skills or knowledge gaps.
Adhere to company policies and maintain consistent, regular attendance.