Learning And Development Manager Jobs in Monroe, LA

Job no: 495728
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Monroe, LA
Categories: Workforce Development & Education

Department: Workforce & Economic Development

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Administrative/Staff

• Supervise and support instructional staff and adjuncts for general industry, production, logistics, and related programs.
• Monitor and schedule certification renewals and retraining sessions as required, ensuring that instructors are fully certified and compliant with regulatory requirements, and schedule certification training to acquire new credentials aligned with program offerings.
• Coordinate scheduling, delivery, and evaluation of manufacturing, production, industrial safety, logistics, and other workforce training programs.
• Develop, update, and maintain curriculum for manufacturing, production, industrial safety, logistics, and other workforce training programs.
• Maintain laboratories, training facilities, tools, equipment, consumable materials, and inventory.
• Inform the administration of any planned or unplanned changes in classroom activities, including absences, time changes, and meetings.
• Coordinate equipment purchases with Director and assist with grant-funded projects.
• Monitor instructor performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Ensure training programs meet the requirements of industry-recognized credentials and certifications.
• Develop and maintain relationships with construction contractors, telecommunications contractors, broadband providers, manufacturers, vendors, workforce agencies, and economic development partners.
• Implement and manage attendance procedures and retention activities to maximize student participation and success.
• Teach classroom, laboratory, and hands-on courses in construction and fiber optics as needed, using a range of instructional strategies, including whole group, small group, and individualized instruction, to engage students effectively.
• Assist with student recruitment, enrollment, retention, and job placement activities.
• Maintain accurate student records, attendance, certification documentation, equipment records, and required reports in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, college policies, and safe classroom, laboratory, and worksite practices.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new construction, fiber optic, broadband, and infrastructure programs based on regional industry demand.
• Represent the college at industry meetings, career fairs, workforce events, and community activities.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, in-service training, and multidisciplinary team meetings to stay current with industry standards and teaching best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Business, Logistics, Workforce Development or another related field.
• Strong background in certification programs and curriculum development, and the design, delivery, and evaluation of customized training solutions for businesses and industries.
• The ability to articulate and implement a vision for advancement of workforce training programs in a public higher education is essential.
• Certifications in the following areas:
  • OSHA 10 and OSHA 30
  • CPR First Aid

• Associate's degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Business, Logistics, Workforce Development or another related field.
• Substantive leadership experience is required for this position.
• Excellent public relations, organizational skills, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Service-oriented, promote excellence, and embrace a deep commitment to professionalism.
• Ability to work with students and staff from a diverse background.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and learning management systems.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Some travel to training sites and partner locations required.
• Ability to lift and carry training equipment or tools up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System,Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Advertised: 27 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time

Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges System