Learning and Development Supervisor

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About the Role

The Learning and Development Supervisor provides strategic and operational leadership for the County's learning, leadership development, and organizational development programs to build a high-performing workforce and advance organizational excellence. This position is responsible for planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive countywide learning and workforce development strategy that aligns with the County's Strategic Plan, organizational priorities, and evolving workforce needs.

Serving as a strategic partner to County leadership, the incumbent assesses organizational capability, identifies workforce development opportunities, and develops innovative learning and organizational development solutions that strengthen employee performance, leadership capacity, organizational effectiveness, and long-term workforce sustainability. The position also serves as the primary point of contact for the Office of Equity and Inclusion in the absence of the Chief Equity Officer, providing leadership continuity, coordinating operational priorities, and representing the Office in meetings, initiatives, and other engagements as assigned. The position may also lead or coordinate Board of Supervisors-facing priorities and high-profile strategic initiatives.

The incumbent supervises and develops a team of Learning and Development Specialists by establishing work priorities, performance expectations, professional development plans, and accountability measures while ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality programs and services. This position directs the design, development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of countywide learning initiatives that support employees at every stage of their careers, including onboarding, technical and professional skills development, supervisory and management training, executive leadership development, competency development, and organizational change initiatives.

Working collaboratively across County departments, the incumbent partners with executive leadership, department directors, managers, and stakeholders to assess organizational needs, identify performance gaps, and develop strategic solutions that improve operational effectiveness, employee engagement, and organizational performance. The position leads organizational development initiatives, facilitates strategic planning sessions, workshops, listening sessions, focus groups, and other collaborative engagements, and serves as a trusted advisor in advancing organizational change, leadership effectiveness, and workforce development initiatives.

The Learning and Development Supervisor is responsible for developing and monitoring performance measures that evaluate program effectiveness, organizational impact, and outcomes. The position analyzes workforce data, employee feedback, and organizational metrics to identify trends, measure outcomes, inform strategic decision-making, and drive continuous improvement. Additionally, the position assists in developing and administering the division's operating budget, manages contracts and procurement activities, and ensures responsible stewardship of County resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Learning and Development Team and develop, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive workforce development strategy.
• Provide strategic leadership for countywide employee learning, workforce development, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness programs.
• Supervise and develop a team of Learning and Development Specialists, establishing work priorities, performance expectations, and professional development plans.
• Manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and allocate resources effectively.
• Oversee contracts and vendor performance to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Direct the design, development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of countywide learning initiatives supporting all career stages.
• Champion innovative instructional strategies, adult learning principles, and emerging learning technologies.
• Partner with executive leadership, department directors, and stakeholders to assess organizational needs and identify performance gaps.
• Lead organizational development initiatives, facilitate strategic planning sessions, workshops, and focus groups.
• Develop and monitor performance measures to evaluate program effectiveness and organizational impact.
• Analyze workforce data and employee feedback to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, dashboards, and recommendations.
• Assist in developing and administering the division's operating budget.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with County departments, educational institutions, government agencies, and professional associations.
• Participate in Countywide initiatives, committees, regional collaborations, and professional organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in organizational development, human resources, public administration, adult education, organizational leadership, business administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of related work experience, including one (1) year of supervisory or team lead experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in organizational development, human resources, public administration, adult education, organizational leadership, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide learning, leadership development, or organizational development programs.
• Experience supervising professional staff in a complex organization.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), instructional technologies, workforce analytics, and performance measurement.
• Experience working in local government or another large public-sector organization.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD), SHRM-SCP, Prosci Change Management, Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma, or comparable credentials.
• Bilingual language skills in Spanish and English, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Skills

• Strong strategic leadership, organizational planning, and supervisory skills, including coaching, performance management, and team development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of learning and development, organizational development, workforce planning, talent development, leadership development, instructional design, adult learning principles, and organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to develop and implement innovative learning strategies supporting organizational change, workforce readiness, leadership capacity, and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional facilitation, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, including interpreting workforce data and evaluating program effectiveness.
• Knowledge of project management, budget administration, contract management, and vendor oversight.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and deliver high-quality results in a dynamic environment.

Job Contingencies

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.