Talent and Organizational Development Director

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13055079 r r Talent and Organizational Development Director r r r r About This Role: The Talent & Organizational Development, or T&OD, director plays a pivotal role in shaping the talent strategy and organizational growth for both Human Resources, or HR, and the K-State workforce, as well as shaping the overall employee experience. Reporting to and working alongside the Assistant Vice President for Talent Strategy & Engagement, the T&OD director will lead the design and execution of a comprehensive talent and organizational development strategy. As the leader of the Talent and Organizational Development team, this individual will manage and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous growth and excellence. As a key member of the HR leadership team, the T&OD director will provide strategic guidance not only for talent development but also for broader HR initiatives, actively shaping the future direction of HR across the institution. This role involves representing HR on various committees and task forces, where the director\'s expertise and authority will be highly regarded by university leadership and other stakeholders. A primary responsibility of this position is the creation and implementation of an institutional professional development strategic plan, utilizing needs assessments and other methodologies. Additionally, the T&OD director will oversee a broad array of professional development programs, including supervisory and leadership training, HR-related initiatives, orientation, and mentoring programs aimed at enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. For more information about this opportunity, position expectations, and the local community view the executive profile. For information on how to apply or to submit nominations, please refer to the Search Process section. Worksite Options: This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location. What You\'ll Need to Succeed: The successful candidate must have a record of experience as a strategic leader who is customer and business driven with a demonstrated commitment to customer service and the ability to integrate human resource strategies to improve an institution\'s overall programs and services. Minimum Qualifications: Requires a bachelor\'s degree and five to 10 years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supervising and leading others. Success as a collaborator, relationship builder, and change agent, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build coalitions and collaborative working relationships with a broad range of diverse individuals and groups, including senior executives, to achieve results. Demonstrated progressive HR leadership in human resources, including experience in key areas such as workforce development, leadership development, learning management systems, and instructional design. Experience using and implementing new technologies to support learning and development across an organization. Experience with statistics, data analysis, and report development to identify trends, anticipate needs, and inform strategy. Experience in higher education. SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, ATD certification A demonstrated commitment to customer service. Success as a collaborator, relationship builder, and change agent, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborati e working relationships with a broad range of diverse individuals and groups, including senior executives, to achieve results. Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and present effectively to diverse groups of stakeholders. Other Requirements: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. Search Process: All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. WittKieffer is assisting Kansas State University in this search, which will remain open until an appointment is made. Applications should be submitted using WittKieffer\'s candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Jess Cummings Jcummingswittkieffer.com Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled. Anticipated Hiring Pay Range: \$120,000 - \$140,000 a