Talent Development Manager - Santa Barbara, United States - County of Santa Barbara, CA

Description

Salary:
See Position Description


Location :
Santa Barbara, CA


Job Type:
Full-time


Job Number:
O)


Department:
Human Resources

Opening Date:

05/01/2024

Closing Date:

5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Description


SALARY:
$106, $131,457.25 Annually

This salary range reflects the negotiable range for hire for this Program Business Leader classification.


NOTE:

The County is currently engaged in a management classification and compensation project which may result in changes to the job classification and compensation range at the conclusion of the project.

The

Human Resources

Department

of the County of Santa Barbara

is accepting applications to fill one full-time

Talent

Development Manager

vacancy in

Santa Barbara, California . This position may be eligible for a hybrid telecommuting schedule depending on the needs of the department. Onsite work is required on a weekly basis.

This is a unique opportunity to take the next step in your training/development career and support an organization that makes a significant impact on the County's workforce.

As members of the Human Resources team, we are stewards of the County of Santa Barbara's greatest strategic asset: Our People.

This role is responsible for the oversight and success of key Talent Development programs and initiatives, including employee training administration, talent development program support, eLearning platform management, organizational development process and programs, learning communications, new employee welcome experience, and special projects.

We are seeking a staff training and development professional who has organizational leadership skills, strategic business thinking, technically savvy business strengths, and experience with employee training programs in the public sector.

The Talent Development Manager will supervise a small but mighty team of 2-3 employees and reports directly to the Talent Acquisition & Development Division Chief.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

will possess :
Experience using data research methods to identify, develop, and evaluate trainings responsive to staff needs.

Experience that demonstrates knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, instruction design, and teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.

Experience evaluating and improving processes and developing and implementing innovative strategies to improve operations. Experience using data to tell a story and synthesize data to develop recommendations for decision makers. Experience coaching, mentoring, and motivating direct reports and other staff.

Experience leading organizational change and looking at the big picture.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Experience that demonstrates knowledge of:
human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.

Experience that demonstrates ability to manage time and deliverables effectively and consistently with minimal supervision and develop and oversee a project and related costs and budget.

Examples of Duties

Plans, organizes, and directs, through staff, the activities of the Talent Development team; confers with staff on policy, procedures, budget, and personnel matters; evaluates staff performance and reviews performance reports.

Evaluates and researches trends and best practices in employee retention and develops strategies, programs, and trainings to enhance retention and staff engagement.

Analyzes department training needs to develop new training programs or to improve existing programs.

Utilizes principles of adult learning and curriculum design to develop and implement effective training modules and programs for county employees.

Evaluates the effectiveness of existing training programs and develops enhancements as needed.

Works with Managers to identify performance areas or new work process where training could help staff perform better and more efficiently.

Coordinates and conducts training for new employees and staff to promote their professional and personal development. Oversees the planning, coordination, and delivery of the annual Federal and State mandated trainings. Continually modifies training techniques based on new technologies and needs. Actively collaborates with other Divisions and County Departments to ensure training is evaluated, implemented, and modified as needed.

Completes other projects as assigned.

Employment Standards

Possession of the core competencies listed and the ability to immediately demonstrate these competencies consistent with the position's level in the leadership series and the specific work assignment;


AND
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, human resources, organizational & talent development, organizational leadership, or a closely related field;

AND,

four (4) years of experience in organizational and talent development, organizational design, or a learning and training environment which includes curriculum development and conducting and/or facilitating online and in-person training,

including

one (1) years of supervisory or lead experience;


OR
A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above.

Applicants whose education was completed outside of the United States, will need to provide copies of transcripts along with a copy of Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the or


Knowledge of:

Principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and measurement of training effects; Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar; Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources; Human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality and interests; Principles of learning and motivation; Psychology research methods; Administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and designing forms.

Ability to:

Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand; Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense; Development of ideas about a topic and adequately train individuals and groups; Select and use training and instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things; Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making; Supervise and manage a team of staff.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION &


SELECTION PROCESS:
Review Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires

to determine those candidates who meet the employment standards.

Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking:
Applications that meet the employment standards will be evaluated and scored.

Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by the information provided on their application based on the Ideal Candidate Statement and the Supplemental Questionnaire.

This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the application and supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list.

An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI.

Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months.

At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.

Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process.

Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:

Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks.

Appointee may be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of 12 months.


BENEFITS:
The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits.

For information on benefits click In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

Retirement reciprocity Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual


REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS :
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting.

We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.


Disaster Service Worker:

Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.

Statement of Commitment:

The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization.

The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems.

The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.

We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.

We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.

We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.


APPLICATION
ANDSUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:
May 10, 2024

at

4:59

P.M. (PST);

Postmarks not accepted Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at

Collin Graham, Senior Employment Analyst,

Retirement Plans

Generous County Defined Benefit Plan

Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans

For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: and

Health Benefits

Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums

On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members

Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits

Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more

For more information on our health benefits, please visit:

Paid Time Off

Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment

Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement

Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)

Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting

For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)

Miscellaneous Benefits

County Paid Term Life Insurance

County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance

Childcare and Employee Discounts

Relocation Assistance may apply

Flexible work schedule may apply

For more information on all of these benefits, please visit:

Compensation Summary

To view the Compensation Summary specific to the bargaining unit for this position (link to full Memorandum of Understanding also available at bottom of the summary), please visit:

*This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.

01

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meets the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin.

I further acknowledge that if the County determines that I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin.

Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application.

I understand

02

As part of the application process, this Supplemental Questionnaire must be completed along with the standard application form. Resumes are accepted, but


NOT
in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

I understand

03

The Human Resources Department communicates with all applicants through e-mail.

Please make sure your email address is entered correctly, it is current, and that you check spam filters continuously during the recruitment and selection process to ensure you do not miss required deadlines.

I understand.

04

If you completed your education outside of the United States, you are required to attach documentation from an evaluation service along with your transcripts.

Do you have an international degree and required documentation?

Yes, I do have an international degree and have attached the required documents
I have an international degree, but do not have the required documents. I understand that I do not qualify.
I do not have an international degree and this is not applicable.

05

To be considered for this position your application must CLEARLY state how you meet each of the requirements under EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS on the Job Bulletin or you will not be considered for this position.

Please describe in detail your experience in organizational and talent development, organizational design, or a learning and training environment which includes curriculum development and conducting and/or facilitating online and in-person training.

(Note:

the full details of this experience must be listed on your application under Work History).

06

If you are qualifying for this position on the, "a combination of training, education, and experience..." requirement, describe in detail how your training, education, and experience is equivalent to the employment standard on the job bulletin.

07

The responses to the following supplemental questions and my application will be used as a weighed, scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this position.

I understand that the raters will not have access to any supplemental materials attached to my application (i.e. resumes, work samples, etc.) Additionally, do not enter "see resume" or "see application" for any of the scored questions.

Failure to provide full and complete answers may affect the outcome of your score and rank on the employment list.

For information on protest procedures for the supplemental questionnaire, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613:

I understand

08

Describe in detail your professional level experience in a lead or supervisory role.

In your response, describe your experience:

• Managing a team to meet group or job objectives
• Employee coaching
• Writing performance evaluations and addressing performance management issues
• Serving as a liaison between employees and upper management. Please provide your title and dates of employments in your response. If you do not have this experience, type N/A.

09

How many years of experience do you have working in the field of Training and Development?

7 or more years
6 to 7 years
5 to 6 years
4 to 5 years
2 to 4 years
1 to 2 years
Less than 1 year
None

10

Describe in detail your experience creating training curriculums, evaluating objectives of training, and facilitating trainings. In your response provide, your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this experience, type N/A.

11

Describe in detail your professional level experience managing projects from conception through completion (e.g., initiation, planning, execution, coordination, monitoring, closure and evaluation).

In your response provide, your title and dates of employments. If you do not have this experience, type N/A.

12

Please list any professional or organizational talent development certificates/licenses you currently possess. If none, please type N/A.

Required Question
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