Career Development Specialist
About the Role
The Career Development Specialist serves as Methodist Health System’s dedicated champion for employee growth, internal mobility, and professional advancement across the organization. Reporting to the Vice President of Talent Acquisition, this individual designs, leads, and continuously improves career pathing frameworks, development programming, and coaching resources that empower employees at every level to build meaningful, long-term careers within the health system. This role partners closely with People & Culture leadership, operational managers, and individual contributors to create a culture where talent is recognized, developed, and retained, positioning Methodist Health System as an employer where people come to grow, not just work.
Responsibilities
- Design, lead, and continuously improve career pathing frameworks, development programming, and coaching resources.
- Partner with People & Culture leadership, operational managers, and individual contributors to foster a culture of talent recognition, development, and retention.
- Implement initiatives that support employee growth and internal mobility within a complex, matrixed organization.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with leaders at all levels to influence organizational culture around employee development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in HR, talent development, organizational development, or a related function.
- Minimum of 2 years in a career development, coaching, or talent management role.
- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing career frameworks, development programs, or internal mobility initiatives.
- Experience in healthcare, academic medical center, or a similarly regulated industry preferred.
Qualifications
- HR Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) preferred.
- Coaching certification (ICF-ACC or higher) a plus.
About the Company
Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services. The system also includes more than two dozen clinics, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community.
Awards and Recognitions
- Great Place to Work Certified 2026-2027
- Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2025 & 2026
- Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma 2026
- TIME’s Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026
- Newsweek’s America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026
- Glassdoor’s Best-Led Companies 2025
- Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2025
- Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025
- Becker’s Hospital Review 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2025
- Newsweek’s Americas Greatest Workplaces 2025
Hours of Work: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday