Learning And Development Director Jobs in Massachusetts

Managerial Responsibilities: 

• Learning and Development Manager will report into this position
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains direct reports
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Description:

• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Mid-Level Management by serving as an advisor for driving strategic efforts to retain, develop, and drive inclusion towards the maintenance of a diverse workforce
• Provide best in class people leader and employee development programming and education to grow all employees.
• Serve as a DE&I subject matter expert by giving perspective, insight, and knowledge in a consultative manner across our operations.
• Lead the overall learning and development strategies for KCS while implementing programs and KCS wide trainings.
• Ensure the success and productivity of the Employee Resource Groups and DEI committee by collaborating with ERG leads and Executive Sponsors through the ongoing expansion of programs.
• Partner with senior leadership to embed DEI principles in development opportunities, workplace practices, processes, and policies
• Assists with identifying and executing career paths and experiences by building a Career Pathway Program
• Build and implement onboarding and skill building curriculum
• Lead and manages L&D programs such as online learning, mentorship, and potential for rotation programs
• Develop and implement metrics to track, evaluate, and report on the progress of DEI and L&D objectives

Education and Experience:

• At least 7 years of Learning and Development experience or related experience required
• Proven ability creating, leading, and implementing DEI strategies and messaging.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization and actively seeks to understand and empower those different perspectives and cultures.
• Understand the need to practice sensitivity to cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating.
• Demonstrates experience translating vision into strategy and delivering against the plan.
• Willingness to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the agency’s goals.
• Handles conflict situations effectively with minimal noise.
• Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Ability to partner with leadership to develop people to meet both their career goals and agency goals.
• Strong written and/or verbal communication skills. 

Additional Statements:

• Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.
• Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world. 
• Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.
• EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. 
• Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and Keolis retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties of this position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.  Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.