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How much do global learning development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for global learning development manager in the United States is $99,699.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Global Learning Development Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Global Learning Development Manager, you need expertise in instructional design, adult learning principles, and often a background in HR or education, usually supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), e-learning authoring tools, and certifications such as CPLP or ATD are commonly required. Strong cross-cultural communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities set top candidates apart. These skills ensure the effective design and global implementation of learning strategies that drive organizational growth and employee development.

How does a Global Learning Development Manager collaborate with international teams to ensure training programs are effective across different regions?

A Global Learning Development Manager works closely with regional HR partners, local managers, and subject matter experts to tailor training programs that address cultural nuances and specific business needs in each region. They often coordinate virtual meetings and workshops across time zones, collect feedback from diverse employees, and ensure that learning materials are accessible and relevant globally. This collaborative approach ensures that training initiatives are both consistent with the company's objectives and adaptable to local contexts, making the role both dynamic and rewarding.

What is a Global Learning Development Manager?

A Global Learning Development Manager is a professional responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing training and development programs across multiple countries or regions within an organization. They ensure that employees worldwide have access to effective learning opportunities, align training strategies with business goals, and promote a culture of continuous development. Their role often involves collaborating with international teams, adapting content to various cultures, and measuring the impact of learning initiatives on organizational performance.

What is the difference between Global Learning Development Manager vs Learning and Development Specialist?

AspectGlobal Learning Development ManagerLearning and Development Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s or master’s in education, HR, or related field; certifications like CPLP or ATD are commonUsually holds a bachelor’s degree in HR, education, or related area; certifications like CPLP are also valued
Work EnvironmentWorks across multiple regions or globally, coordinating large-scale training programsFocuses on specific departments or local teams within an organization
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in multinational corporations, global organizations, and industries with international presenceFound in various industries, often within HR or training departments of companies of all sizes

The Global Learning Development Manager and Learning and Development Specialist roles share foundational skills in training and development but differ mainly in scope and scale. The manager oversees global or regional initiatives, while the specialist focuses on localized training efforts. Both roles are essential for organizational growth, with the manager requiring broader strategic skills and the specialist emphasizing detailed program execution.

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Infographic showing various Global Learning Development Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,699 per year, or $47.9 per hour.
LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Kampgrounds of America

Billings, MT • On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


KOA rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 20 rated holiday rentals


Job description

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world's largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is "connecting people to the outdoors and each other," and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.
At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to:
  • intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners
  • continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment
  • sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences
  • ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all
  • drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation

Summary:
Lead the design, development, and execution of KOA's learning strategy to support franchisees and corporate teams across the system. This role is responsible for building a structured, scalable learning ecosystem that strengthens operational capability, improves consistency, and drives measurable business outcomes, including system quality, guest experience, and franchisee performance. This position is not a facilitation role. It is responsible for architecting curriculum, translating business priorities into actionable learning programs, and ensuring training results in observable behavior change across the KOA system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Own, lead, and foster KOA's learning strategy, aligning all education initiatives with system priorities, operational standards, and growth objectives.
  • Design and build a structured curriculum across KOA University, Manager School, convention programming, and digital learning platforms.
  • Translate insights from Field Operations, Quality Assurance, and Franchise Business Coaching into targeted learning pathways that address capability gaps.
  • Develop scalable, multi-platform learning programs that drive adoption of system initiatives, including Hospitality, Wi-Fi standards, and technology platforms and adoption, and operational consistency.
  • Architect leadership pathways for franchise owners, managers, and emerging leaders to strengthen leadership bench strength across the KOA system.
  • Lead and optimize KOA's Learning Management System, including content governance, reporting, and performance analytics tied to business outcomes.
  • Establish and track measurable impact of training initiatives, including improvements in quality scores, NPS, operational consistency, and program adoption.
  • Supports the development and execution of training programs aligned with KOA corporate initiatives and programs serving corporate teams and franchisees.
  • Partner with subject matter experts and internal teams to build clear, practical, and actionable training that aligns with real-world operations.
  • Ensure learning content consistently reflects KOA's mission, vision, guest experience expectations and brand standards.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership on system capability development and learning priorities.
  • Manage external learning resources and contractors to support curriculum development and specialized initiatives.
  • Works with Enterprise Communications team to help define training and communications of, and for, major company initiatives to reduce ambiguity and drive consistent execution across corporate teams and franchisees.
  • This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Development, Communications, Business, or related field.
  • 7-10+ years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, or program development.
  • Proven experience designing and building curriculum from the ground up that drives measurable behavior change and performance outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into structured learning programs.
  • Experience managing and optimizing Learning Management Systems and digital learning platforms.
  • Strong ability to influence without authority and drive adoption across diverse stakeholder groups
  • Experience working in distributed, multi-location, or franchise-like environments is strongly preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboard, including lifting and carrying a laptop and other small items up to 20 pounds.
  • Prolonged exposure to computer screens and artificial lighting.
  • Use of repetitive motion, standing, bending, sitting, lifting, and walking short distances.
  • May be expected to drive a vehicle to KOA locations, other locations as directed, and conferences which requires close and distance vision, sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, other vehicles, etc. Travel occurs in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
  • Frequent in person interaction with KOA employees in various settings, where noise level is typically low to moderate, including office spaces.
  • Will experience occasional interruptions and shifting priorities.

KOA does not sponsor Visas
KOA currently does NOT hire in the following states:
Alabama
Idaho
North Dakota
Alaska
Louisiana
Rhode Island
Delaware
Mississippi
South Dakota
District of Columbia
Nebraska
Vermont
Hawaii
New Hampshire
West Virginia
Benefits Offered:
  • Medical/Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Account
  • Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • 401K Company Contributions

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. The company is committed to fair treatment of all people. This value ensures employees and candidates are treated equally and are protected from discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors, or any other protected status.

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