Job Information
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Sr. Manager, Talent & Workforce Development in Laurel, Maryland
Position Information
Functional TitleSr. Manager, Talent & Workforce Development
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryHR/EEO
GradeGS.15
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number25-0056
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelDivision Manager
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameHuman Resources Office
Reports toChief Human Resources Officer
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
This role is eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week.
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheSr. Manager, Talent & Workforce Developmentplans, manages, and supervises the work activities and operations of the Division. This role is responsible for the development, learning, and training of WSSC Water employees.
Essential Functions
Leads the WSSC Water toward defining organizational development and furthers WSSC Water’s understanding regarding the critical role of organizational leadership and change management.
Oversees all educational and instructional products/programs and offers solution-based action for workforce performance challenges.
Oversees all assessment, evaluation, and testing methods for determining the organization’s training needs, class/course appeal, employee retention, knowledge, skill and overall satisfaction with Talent Development instructional products.
Provides guidance of the development of WSSC Water’s succession plan. Provide managers with tools, techniques, and processes to identify, develop and retain high-potential and high-performing employees.
Proactively facilitates developmental needs assessments (organizational, business unit, teams) to determine critical areas for knowledge transfer and development and translates outcomes to solution-based program development.
Has leadership/primary responsibility for the Commissions’ talent development function.
Serves as key administrator for WSSC Water Learning Management System ( LMS ); manages all aspects of the system including, reporting, training, webinars, assessments and evaluations.
Ensures WSSC Water employee orientation and on-boarding processes meet or exceed the needs of the Commission and the hiring teams; enhances new hire transition and talent retention.
Advises Directors, Team Chiefs and management on talent development, learning and performance issues; recommends, develops and implements educational solutions and analyzes outcomes.
Provides guidance to management on enterprise-wide learning and performance intervention strategies.
Evaluates team and business unit learning, performance and operational issues and, where applicable, recommends developmental blended solutions.
Leads the design, development, implementation/deployment (including conducting sessions) of development systems, programs, and sessions, including testing and evaluation procedures.
Manages the WSSC Water knowledge capture and transfer initiatives, including succession planning.
Develops, manages, and implements a portfolio of talent development blended solutions including, but not limited to instructor-led, online, and self-directed learning.
Oversees the Commission’s training programs and tuition assistance program.
Manages WSSC Water development/training policies and budget.
Plans, manages, and supervises the work of assigned professional and support staff engaged in providing development services to Commission employees and managers.
Develops, provides and delivers training to Commission hiring managers.
Drafts and updates policies and procedures related to talent development and training.
Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination.
Other Functions
Performs all tasks and job functions in compliance with regulatory requirements
Instructs, guides and counsels employees in meeting the Division’s and Office’s goals and objectives
Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business casual office environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, business practices, and statutory requirements for managing the Talent Development Division
Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources management
Ability to manage employees
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to provide leadership and direction for assigned staff
Ability to work cooperatively with subordinates, peers and supervisors in a team-based environment; ability to make independent decisions, solve problems and implement those decisions
Ability to exercise sound judgment
Ability to use standard office automation software
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
8+ years professional experience in talent development or employee training
3+ years management experience that includes employee supervision
Additional Requirements
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
CPLP , PHR / SPHR or SHRM -CP/ SHRM - SCP or related certification
Master’s degree in Human Resources
Salary$114,147- $194,049
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date10/04/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
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- Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
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Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
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