Manager Training (Non-Technical)

REPORTS TO:  Director Learning and Organizational Development

SUPERVISES:  Training Coordinator, Training Specialist

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Devise organizational training strategy as to non-technical subject matter (e.g., non-craft-related training), oversee its implementation, and assess its outcomes.
• Identify training and developmental needs and drive suitable training initiatives
• Identify and assess future and current training needs based on employee position, career paths, annual performance appraisals and consultation with managers
• Design and implement training programs in collaboration with functional area stakeholders as appropriate
• Develop overall and individualized training and development plans that addresses needs and expectations
• Deploy a wide variety of training methods
• Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness, success, and ROI
• Provide opportunities for ongoing training and development, enhancing employees’ skills, performance, productivity and quality of work
• Resolve any specific problems and tailor training programs as necessary
• Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments, and best practices
• Track training completion and provide relevant reports and data

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Leadership, Training, Education, or related field required.  MA/MS or equivalent in Organizational Development or related field preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in Human Resources, organizational development, training, recruiting, or a combination thereof with at least 5 years of demonstrated experience in planning, developing, implementing, and administering training programs; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work
• 3 years’ leadership experience.
• Relevant certifications preferred, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, APTD, CPTD, or similar.
• Knowledge of and experience with Workday HCM and Learning module a plus.
• Possess an extremely high attention to detail.
• Excellent writing skills required.
• Demonstrated experience with public speaking and making presentations to large groups.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (e.g., mentoring, coaching, on-the-job, classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations)
• Must demonstrate strong ethics, influence and negotiation, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products with strong experience with Excel and PowerPoint preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with minimal supervision

DIRECTION EXERCISED:  Full discretionary authority to assign work to training (non-technical) staff.  Works independently to deliver work products against aggressive deadlines.  Escalates complex issues to Director Organizational Development and Learning as appropriate.

DISCRETION EXERCISED:  Will be expected to work with a wide degree of creativity and latitude to meet goals and objectives.  Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

LIASES WITH:  Employees and management at all levels across the entire organization as well as vendors, contractors, and consultants, and community and industry organizations and leaders.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: 

• Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

• 18 years of age or older at time of application
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status
• No felony convictions of theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
• No felony convictions of drug crimes within three years from disposition date
• Willing to submit to a drug screen
• Willing to submit to a background check

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Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.  Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.