Learning Program Supervisor

Title: Learning Program Supervisor

Hiring Range: $70,853- $115,136

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Dept of Transportation

Agency Website: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Central Office Human Resources Workforce Development Division is seeking a talented and driven HR Professional to join the team as the Learning Program Supervisor. The selected incumbent will provide consultation, guidance, and expertise needed to design, develop and implement learning and development programs to cover all levels of the employee life cycle and meet organizational needs of today and the future. Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Learning Program Evaluation and Development- Design, develop, guide or supervise the implementation of new learning initiatives to address the needs of a changing workforce. Perform needs assessments, evaluate program curriculum proposals and assess performance gaps and future development needs. Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to ensure highly interactive programs are developed and provide the necessary skills for employees to perform their jobs.

Special Projects, Teams or Committees- Perform work on special projects or lead projects as assigned to support agency initiatives. Serve as the representative on teams or committees and actively participate by networking, sharing information and completing assignments to meet project team goals. Support staff assigned to special projects, teams or committees in meeting their commitments.

Learning Program Documentation- Develop and revise policies, procedures, learning materials and communication documents related to administering assigned program area(s). Review materials prepared by staff and ensure documents meet standards for publication and are posted in the appropriate areas on the agency Intranet. Ensure changes to exiting documentation or new documents are communicated to the appropriate audience of the VDOT workforce.

Learning Program Management- Coordinate or supervise daily operations for assigned learning or development program to support the VDOT workforce. Assist in delivering learning modules to the workforce as needed. Coordinate with key stakeholders and consultants to guide alignment of new and existing and programs and services with VDOT's competencies and business goals. Communicate with staff, leadership, managers and employees on assigned learning program area(s) to ensure program areas are operating effectively. Take corrective action when needed to improve program performance.

Seek Technology Driven Solutions- Partner with VDOT leaders and external partners to identify best methods for leveraging technology-based learning options and education as we grow to meet emerging requirements and capabilities in the workforce of tomorrow.

Performance Coaching and Consulting- Consult with agency leaders to assess performance and competency gaps and plan solutions consistent with VDOT business goals and priorities. Meet with employees to provide career counseling and guidance on achieving learning and career development goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, program evaluation, and coordination of people and resources.

• Skill in managing projects, prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings.

• Ability to design and deliver learning programs and initiatives to a variety of audiences.

• Skill in computer operations and web-based applications.

• Skill in data gathering and analysis techniques to evaluate learning and development content and effectiveness.

• Knowledge of instructional design principles for adult learning and ability to select appropriate method and procedure for the situation.

• Knowledge of adult learning and development methods, to include career and leadership development or technical skill development.

• Ability to supervise staff, programs and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Adult Education, Management, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field preferred; equivalent experience or training may substitute for degree.

• Skill in technology-based learning platforms.

• Skill in strategic communication planning and implementation.

• Ability to apply cutting edge blended-learning solutions.

• Ability to lead a large-scale program implementation.

• Experience in facilitation, talent acquisition, coaching, and mentoring.

• Experience with learning management systems (LMS).

• Experience with leadership certifications such as DiSC and MBTI.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

• Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy. (only for eligible positions)

• We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

• VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

• This position requires a fingerprint-based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check, and Work History Verification with references.

• VDOT is an emergency operation agency. Positions physically working within Central Office locations may be designated upon request with coordination among the respective District Engineer or Administrator and Chief. Assignments are updated annually. Not all designated employees are provided with an emergency operations assignment.

Contact Information:

Name: candace drew

Email: candace.drew@vdot.virginia

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.