Lead Specialist, Leadership Development

About the Role

Now is the time to join PDS Health. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today! The primary purpose and function of the Lead Specialist, Leadership Development is to support the ongoing development and success of PDS leaders through coaching on effective leadership and talent development. This individual is considered a subject matter expert in PDS culture, platform, and leadership model. They effectively transfer this knowledge to PDS leaders in efforts to drive results which exceed organizational goals. Considered a trusted advisor who supports leadership in leveraging the talent pool, clarifying objectives, and optimizing operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development of regional and support department leadership to ensure that PDS goals are fulfilled through coaching workshops, strategic planning, monthly meetings, presentations, etc.
• Transfers knowledge and leadership skills that allow leaders to take on the entrepreneurial mindset and responsibility of consistently improving and providing growth within their region or department while still supporting the standards of the PDS platform.
• Acts as a subject matter expert of PDS culture and platform, as well as the PDS Leadership Model. Coaches and supports the development of other leaders in the use of these concepts and structures to increase effectiveness and drive results.
• Supports and empowers newly promoted leaders in adapting to their new roles and responsibilities effectively, while maintaining a high level of support for tenured leaders to help drive performance.
• Collaborates with Regional Partners (RPs), Regional Talent Development support, and other regional leaders in clearly defining and communicating regional leadership objectives. Supports them in the development of strategies tailored to individual needs to achieve their development objectives.
• Helps create and execute strategies for PDS University.
• Hosts and/or schedules both nationally led and support Monthly Manager Development Meetings.
• Supports Regional Partners and/or Regional Managers in optimizing manager effectiveness and operational performance. Collaborates with leadership and supports development plans for dentists or other team leaders who could benefit from additional specialized training.
• Implements, facilitates, and maintains approved training, following standards and ensuring consistency in all training programs in coordination with the PDS Learning and Training department.
• Provides all necessary documentation, supports guideline adherence, and efficient recordkeeping to assist the Learning & Training department in sustaining continuing education accreditations for the AGD (Academy of General Dentistry)/PACE (Program Approval for Continuing Education).
• Analyzes and measures the impact of training methodologies and processes focused on continual improvement efforts with other team members to ensure alignment of PDS and its supported practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with an Organizational Development, Business, Psychology, Education, or Communication emphasis. In lieu of a degree, 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• 5-7+ years of working in a professional Organizational Development environment or a combination of directly related experience.
• 5+ years of experience coaching senior leaders.
• Experience working within a company with over 3,000 employees and multi-state operations.
• Public speaking.
• Travel up to 50%.

Preferred

• Coaching Certificate.
• P&L experience.

Skills

• Ability to develop strategies and communicate effectively and present information, both verbally and written, to executive-level management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive improvement in areas of training and development.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Ability to develop partnerships with key leadership, allowing for a high level of trust.
• Organizational ability by demonstrating a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Detail-oriented, organized, process-focused, problem solver, self-motivated, proactive, and customer service-focused.
• Displays independent judgment by making timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in nature.
• Ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment without compromising quality of work.
• Team player and contributor with excellent communication skills that can be tailored to each individual to achieve optimal leadership.
• Familiarity with various educational models.
• Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policies.
• Ensures compliance with Company policies, as well as State, Federal, and other regulatory bodies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 401K.
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community.

Pay

$103,000.00-$133,000.00 / Annually