Loudoun County Learning & Organizational Development Specialist

Job Summary

Our team is seeking two experienced Learning & Organizational Development (L&OD) Specialists to enhance the County’s workforce knowledge and skills through learning programs, organizational development engagements, and implementation of new initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate and develop programs to meet the overall learning and development needs of the County workforce.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams on a variety of projects.
• Develop and deliver learning initiatives specifically designed for the County’s leadership levels, to include supervisor, manager, and senior leader program development.
• Lead the development of the new hire experience through a revised orientation and onboarding process.
• Analyze complex learning and organizational development issues, conduct training needs assessments, and provide practical recommendations for response.
• Collaborate with inter-departmental teams to help build mechanisms for effective group cohesion, problem solving, and decision making.
• Assist with departmental training and organizational development needs, providing guidance, frameworks, and facilitation assistance to guide department team development and strategic direction needs.
• Provide guidance in the area of Talent Management including succession planning and career development programs to support employee growth within the organization.

Why Loudoun County?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Hybrid telework schedule with a minimum of three days in the office in accordance with the County’s telework policy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field to program area; three (3) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expert knowledge in the functional area of Learning and Organizational Development, experience developing and facilitating instructor-led classes on a variety of professional development topics.
• Certification in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Instructional Design, Facilitation, Myers Briggs Type Indicator, Crucial Conversations, or DISC Team Dynamics is preferred.
• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) by the ASTD Certification Institute, or Human Resources Professional Certification PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of best practices in adult learning approaches and strong facilitation skills both in person and through virtual platforms.
• Strong expertise in instructional design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to deliver effective communications countywide as well with direct correspondence to employees and contracted County vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• Loudoun County Government fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance.
• We consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.
• Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at 703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.