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MAAC (Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee

Assistant Director of Learning and Development

MAAC (Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee, Vista, California, us, 92085


Salary range: $80,000 - $110,000

DOE/QOUR STORYSince 1965, MAAC has been maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities. MAAC employs dedicated staff who provide life-changing services to thousands of individuals annually through programs in five core focus areas: Education, Economic Development, Health & Wellbeing, Housing, and Advocacy & Leadership Development. Through a wide variety of programs, MAAC has grown to become one of the largest nonprofit social service organizations in the community. Learn more about the great things happening with MAAC at

http://www.maacproject.org/POSITION SUMMARYThe Assistant Director of Learning and Development collaborates with the Chief People Officer and key stakeholders to create a healthy, thriving organizational culture and guide the learning and development strategy for MAAC. This key leadership role anticipates onboarding and continuing education needs based on the strategic growth and development strategy. The Assistant Director owns the learning and development strategy from end-to-end and is responsible for developing, executing, and evaluating programming that prepares staff for high performance across all program areas. This Assistant Director is also responsible for effective change management in a rapidly growing and evolving social services delivery environment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESGuide the development and implementation of an innovative learning and development strategy that will advance skills and expertise of colleagues.Enhance core capabilities in talent management and organizational effectiveness practices (onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, high performing teams, organizational design, change management, performance reviews, succession planning etc.)Assess learning needs, build upon existing content, and provide engaging trainings, including in-person and virtual workshops, external programs, eLearning, and on-the-job training to meet MAAC’s organizational needs.Outline career development pathways and align training curriculum to core areas of development; educate staff on growth and development trajectories in the organization.Utilize metrics and data analytics to measure the effectiveness and impact of L&D initiatives, making data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.Oversee the design and implementation of the MAAC Leadership Academy and Executive Coaching programs.Advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging strategy through leading practices in recruitment, hiring, team building, and infusing these concepts throughout the learning experiences.Build out an internal Learning Management System (LMS) of high-quality, high-impact training materials to support staff development.Support other departments in designing and building trainings that utilize best practices in instructional design, facilitation, and adult learning principles.Manage relationships with external L&D vendors and consultants and evaluate their capacity to support the organization.Manage the Learning and Development budget, staffing, and administrative areas.Stay informed of latest external trends, research, and best practices in the areas of learning and development, career development, and talent management.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in business, public administration, human resources, psychology, organizational development, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.5+ years of proven track record in leading organizational learning and development.Expertise in instructional design, designing and implementing learning curriculums & programs, technical skill development programs, leadership development programs, and onboarding programs.Ability to utilize data analytics to track and evaluate the effectiveness of learning and development initiatives.Previous experience coordinating DEI efforts and action plan or similar initiatives.Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills, with a demonstrated ability to produce results partnering with delivery professionals and cross-functional partners across the organization.VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORSListens attentively to others, asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and underlying assumptions.Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem-solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers.Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development.Attends work consistently and punctually; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines.Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers; protects the proprietary information of MAAC systems.Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes.Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner; focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person.HEALTH STATUSMust have a physical examination, TB clearance, and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic designated by MAAC as well as immunization records for influenza, pertussis, and measles as required by state and federal regulations prior to the first day of employment.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.BACKGROUND CLEARANCEAll positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources.TRANSPORTATIONMust have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAAC’s insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Program.

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