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Staff Development Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Business Development Manager

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

At Frazier & Deeter, we're committed to training, mentoring, and developing our staff members. With ... Frazier & Deeter is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth in the ...

Reviews player issues and player rewards with host staff and Club M management to ensure the ... development programs. * Interviews, selects, hires, and promotes team members. This includes ...

This Opportunity We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our team! In this role, you ... Partner with staff to prepare sales & marketing related deliverables, meetings, and submittals, as ...

Senior R&D Manager

Arden Hills, MN · On-site

$119K - $164K/yr

Assess project capabilities and staffing needs, partnering with technical leads and program managers to position teams for successful technology and product development. * Guide teams through ...

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How much do staff development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for staff development manager in Minnesota is $68,899.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $88,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Staff Development Manager vs Training Coordinator?

AspectStaff Development ManagerTraining Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in HR, Education, or related field; certifications like CPLP or SHRM-CPAssociate's or Bachelor's degree; certifications like ATD or CPTD are a plus
Work EnvironmentOversees staff development programs, collaborates with HR and management, often in corporate settingsOrganizes and delivers training sessions, works closely with employees and trainers
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, educational, and nonprofit sectors focusing on employee growthUsed across industries for onboarding, skills training, and professional development

The Staff Development Manager focuses on designing and managing comprehensive staff development programs, while the Training Coordinator handles the logistics and delivery of specific training sessions. Both roles are essential for employee growth but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is a staff development manager?

A Staff Development Manager is a professional responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating training and development programs for employees within an organization. Their main goal is to enhance staff skills, improve job performance, and support career growth. They assess training needs, design learning initiatives, and often collaborate with department heads to align development activities with organizational goals. Staff Development Managers play a key role in ensuring that employees have the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in their roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a staff development manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Staff Development Manager, you need expertise in adult education, training program design, and organizational development, often supported by a degree in education, human resources, or a related field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), instructional design tools, and relevant HR certifications such as SHRM or ATD is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills help you inspire, motivate, and guide employees at all levels. These competencies are crucial for creating effective development programs that enhance workforce performance and align with organizational goals.

How does a staff development manager typically collaborate with other departments to identify training needs?

Staff Development Managers often work closely with department heads and team leaders to assess skill gaps and align training programs with organizational goals. This collaboration may involve conducting needs assessments, analyzing performance data, and participating in strategic planning meetings. By engaging with various stakeholders, Staff Development Managers ensure that training initiatives are relevant, effective, and tailored to the evolving needs of each department. This cross-functional approach not only enhances employee skills but also supports overall business objectives.

What are the most commonly searched types of Staff Development jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Staff Development jobs in Minnesota are:

What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Staff Development Manager jobs?

Cities in Minnesota with the most Staff Development Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Staff Development Manager job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,899 per year, or $33.1 per hour.

RN - Staff Development, Education & Credentialing

Summit Orthopedics

Minnetonka, MN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Summit Orthopedics rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Description

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the impact each member of the Summit Family has on one another and on our patients every day. Join a patient-first environment where our values - Better together, Own it, Nimble, Excellence, and Service - are lived down to our BONES. At Summit, team members feel respected, valued, and connected to meaningful work, contributing to a collaborative, community-centered culture built on mutual respect and enjoyment.

The RN - Staff Development, Education and Credentialing Oversight develops, plans, implements and evaluates education programs and oversees orientation for all surgery center staff. Responsibilities include developing and delivering educational content, assessing staff competency, monitoring program effectiveness, and maintaining documentation. This role also assists in surgery center credentialing and re-credentialing processes, including initial and reappointment, tracking expirables, and maintenance of practitioner files.

This position supports enforcement of Professional Staff Bylaws and provides tools and resources to ensure compliance with national standards, Federal and State Regulations, and other accrediting bodies' regulatory requirements (MDH, CMS, and Joint Commission).

This is a full-time position that will require flexibility to float to all Summit Campuses as needed and will work on the floor and in the OR as needed. Monday - Friday schedule. Primary work location will be determined at the time of offer based on the ASC in closest proximity to where the candidate lives.

RN - Staff Development and Education Responsibilities:

  • Develop, deliver and oversee in-service and annual required education to support 'best practices', enhance and promote staff development, and advance patient safety.
  • Manage staff education compliance, including tracking competencies, required training and maintaining accurate education and personnel records.
  • Administer and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS) to support employee education and compliance.
  • Collaborate with nursing leadership and executive partners to promote individual and team accountability for ongoing learning.
  • Utilize flexible scheduling and creative strategies to meet the learning needs of all Surgery Center Staff.
  • Plan and coordinate BLS, ACLS, and PALS classes.
  • Develop, coordinate, facilitate and oversee orientation and other educational programs to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory guidelines.
  • Assist in pre-employment health screening and interpret immunization records and immune status test results to ensure compliance.
  • Educate employees and management regarding vaccination requirements, including managing the employee Influenza and Mantoux annual process.
  • Assist and maintain the development of policies and procedures to comply with state and federal directives, laws, and professional medical standards.
  • Assist the Surgery Center Nurse Director and Surgery Center Operations Manager to obtain and maintain applicable licensure, regulatory compliance and national accreditation.
  • Manage applicable forms used within surgery centers.

RN - Credentialing Oversight Responsibilities:

  • Assist and monitor initial, re-appointment, and ongoing credentialing and eligibility of privileges to ensure compliance with regulatory standards (Joint Commission, CMS, Federal and State), Medical Staff bylaws, rules and regulations, and delegated contracts, promptly responding to related day-to-day issues as they arise.
  • Assists practitioner credentialing by reviewing applications, verifying eligibility, reviewing background investigations, and primary source verification.
  • Identify and resolve application discrepancies; Ensure timely follow-up and file completion.
  • Assists to review complete credentialing files to governing board within required timelines.
  • Process privileging requests in accordance with approved clinical privilege criteria.
  • Assists with day-to-day credentialing and privileging issues as they arise.
  • Develops and updates delineation of privileges as scope of practice or approved procedures change.
  • Process external requests for staff recommendations and peer review.
  • Maintain credentialing calendars, rosters, and continuous credentialing maintenance records.

Additional responsibilities:

  • Accurately and promptly identify and document unusual occurrences, unsafe practices and/or unsafe environments; assume responsibility for correcting or eliminating unsafe environments, maintain reporting when necessary.
  • Participate in the evaluation of new supplies and equipment and instrumentation.
  • Demonstrate a professional cooperative attitude and treats others with respect and courtesy.
  • Cultivate effective partnerships and promote teamwork among staff, patients, and others.
  • Contribute to department goals and implementation; Seek process improvements.
  • Participate in formal self evaluation by identifying strengths, limitations, and goals.
  • Act as a resource for the surgery center and seek assistance from other professional persons to improve skills, knowledge and practice.
  • Utilize available resources to keep current in field.
  • Occasional direct patient care, including invasive procedures such as inserting IV's.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Summit's hiring range for this position is $99,286 - $124,108 per year. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1200+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

Qualifications
Education Bachelors of Nursing (required)
Experience 5 years' or more of related experience, perioperative nursing experience preferred. (required)
Prior experience working in a surgery center environment required. (required)
Licenses & Certifications Pediatric Adv Life Supp (required)
Advanced Cardiac Life Sup (required)
Registered Nurse (required)
Basic Life Support (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer
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