Description
The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Learning and Development Human Resource Manager to lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of citywide training programs. This pivotal role supervises a team of Talent Development Partners, develops curriculum that serves our organization and each other, utilizes innovative learning technologies, and ensures our workforce has the tools to successfully navigate the future of municipal work.
As a strategic Learning and Development HR Manager, you will:
- Design, curate, and deliver engaging, results-driven learning content (soft skills, technical skills, compliance, onboarding, and leadership etc.) in in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
- Lead curriculum and instructional design processes to align learning initiatives with department, citywide, and individual development needs.
- Oversee Learning Management Systems (LMS) and related platforms, driving usability, optimization, and accessibility in a multi-user environment.
- Coordinate the evaluation and review of existing training classes and programs and suggest enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning, and retention.
- Provide guidance and counseling to employees seeking career development through education and training to assist employees in taking the proper courses.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to support workforce development strategy, succession planning, and citywide learning initiatives.
- Support strategic planning and budgeting; prepare cost-benefit analyses and identify mandatory cost reductions with related service-delivery impact.
- Represent the Human Resources division in cross-departmental initiatives, ensuring alignment with City policy and the dynamic needs of the workforce.
- Other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in instructional design, program delivery, and talent management, with a passion for developing people and driving organizational success. There is exceptional interest in a candidate that is a demonstrated analytical thinker and innovative learning professional, deeply committed to helping others grow. This person thrives in fast-paced environments, collaborates effectively with diverse stakeholders, and brings a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to every challenge.]
This is a unique opportunity to shape the learning experiences of thousands of City employees and make a lasting impact. Be a catalyst for change in a workplace that values innovation, and continuous growth.
The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.
Drive Workforce Excellence Citywide and Apply Today!
**This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.**
The City of Virginia Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements - Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus six (6) years of experience utilizing the required knowledge skills, and abilities, or any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to ten (10) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
