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Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Administrative/HR team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.

We’re hiring a Learning & Development Manager to Live. Work. Explore. at the south rim of the Grand Canyon!

Job Summary:

The Learning & Development Manager provides leadership, guidance, and support to a team of training specialists responsible for designing and delivering programs that drive business success, ensure compliance, and strengthen leadership development across all departments. This role oversees day-to-day training operations, ensures consistency and quality in learning experiences, and partners closely with both property leadership and the Corporate Learning & Development team to align training initiatives with company-wide goals and standards.

The Details:

Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Schedule: May include weekends, evenings, and holidays

Housing: Eligible for a 2-bedroom unit at $506 per month, plus $506 housing deposit

Why Grand Canyon South Rim?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.

Life at the South Rim:

• On-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

Perks:

• Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
• Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
• Paid Day off on your birthday
• Discounted mule rides
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

• Lead, coach, and develop the training team across all departments ensuring they’re equipped and aligned to meet property-wide training goals.
• Provide department specific training to: Lodging, Retail, Food & Beverage, and Transportation (eg. TIPS, Servsafe, Interpretation, Legendary Hospitality, etc).
• Oversee and approve new training materials and ideas, guiding the team in shaping our programs.
• Review training class presentations and provide feedback/coaching on training activities conducted by the training specialist(s) and other designated trainers.
• Complete annual performance reviews for direct reports, to include yearly goals and objectives for each.
• Maintain department staffing levels utilizing the property hiring process.
• Monitor training program effectiveness, execution, and scheduling. Apply cross-utilization of trainers where applicable, for efficiency to achieve property wide needs.
• Lead or assist with training facilitation and make sure new employee orientation runs smoothly and remains current.
• Oversee the Management Development Program (MDP) and track participant completion.
• Design and facilitate leadership sessions on topics such as: management skills, property knowledge, having difficult conversations, reasonable suspicion training, and inclusion.
• Provide tools and resources that help leaders continue developing on the job.
• Make sure all required training meets NPS Concession Contract standards.
• Partner with the Interpretive Training Specialist and others to keep interpretive training plans up to date and compliant.
• Approve and distribute monthly training calendars that balance trainer schedules and business needs.
• Ensure company standard programs are used wherever possible to maintain consistency.
• Supervise the use of the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring trainers are entering data accurately and employees complete assigned learning.
• Track training completion and participation and share updates and reports as needed.
• Collaborate with the property leadership team and corporate to set a learning and development strategy for the property that emphasizes a learning and growth culture at GCSR.
• Stay connected with the Corporate L&D team to align strategies, share successes, and coordinate on enterprise-wide programs and tools.
• Collaborate with department leaders and managers on the overall training objectives of the departments.
• Manage the training department’s annual budget, ensuring resources are used efficiently and exploring opportunities through shared resources or creative scheduling.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Five or more years of experience working in Learning & Development
• Three or more years of experience leading a team
• Three or more years of practical experience in training delivery including developing training delivery strategies
• One or more years of Learning Management System experience
• One or more years of Learning data analytics experience
• Proven success delivering and evaluating blended learning programs
• Excellent organizational, analytical, interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office programs
• Strong attention to detail; tech savvy; ability to prioritize
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment and accomplish tasks by established deadlines
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and comply with the company Driver Safety Program

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Experience developing and delivering training programs in the hospitality industry
• Experience in developing and delivering leadership development programs
• Experience with Absorb LMS
• Certified Predictive Index® PR practitioner
• Certified and/or skilled in Leadership and Performance Coaching
• Stays up to date with training industry best practices and willing to try new ideas
• Self- starter who enjoys building processes and structure to drive growth
• Professional certification in Training, Hospitality or a related field desired, i.e. CHDT, CHT, SHRM-CP, etc.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• Five or more years of experience working in Learning & Development
• Three or more years of experience leading a team
• Three or more years of practical experience in training delivery including developing training delivery strategies
• One or more years of Learning Management System experience
• One or more years of Learning data analytics experience
• Proven success delivering and evaluating blended learning programs
• Excellent organizational, analytical, interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office programs
• Strong attention to detail; tech savvy; ability to prioritize
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment and accomplish tasks by established deadlines
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and comply with the company Driver Safety Program

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Experience developing and delivering training programs in the hospitality industry
• Experience in developing and delivering leadership development programs
• Experience with Absorb LMS
• Certified Predictive Index® PR practitioner
• Certified and/or skilled in Leadership and Performance Coaching
• Stays up to date with training industry best practices and willing to try new ideas
• Self- starter who enjoys building processes and structure to drive growth
• Professional certification in Training, Hospitality or a related field desired, i.e. CHDT, CHT, SHRM-CP, etc.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.