In order to achieve its mission of developing systems-level leaders for change, TFA-DFW’s workplace must do exactly that: develop systems-level leaders for change. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Staff Development & Culture will oversee all talent development, talent management, and staff engagement activities. You will serve as a key advisor to staff and managers across all functions. You will ensure that staff members are engaged and successful, and that TFA-DFW is a great place to work. This is an ideal opportunity for an innovative, forward-thinking operations and human capital leader who obsesses about all things people, and wants to pursue big goals.
Learning & Development (50%)
- Develop and execute a talent development strategy to develop and retain the best talent in the market promoting TFA-DFW as a great place to work.
- Own, execute, and manage all staff learning and development initiatives and activities, including staff-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) development .
- Support our broader regional team in our ongoing development in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity and other prioritized areas.
- Utilize data and key performance metrics to identify trends and recommend proactive solutions for staff performance, retention, and engagement
- Build trust with staff across all layers of the organization and be an active listener and effective problem solver of employee issues while helping support organizational priorities and goals.
- Implement and support a rigorous staff development system through team, sub-team, and individual learning structures.
Performance Management (20%)
- Oversee TFA-DFW’s implementation of the national performance management program and requirements.
- Collaborate with staff and managers on individual development plans, results tracking, career pathways and succession planning.
Staff Engagement & Workplace Culture (20%)
- Champion and build TFA-DFW’s organizational culture, assisting staff to adhere to our national and regional values through effective programs and internal communications.
- Build programs to help cultivate and organizational culture that inspires exceptional talent, performance, and the highest achievement in our people.
- Collaborate with the senior leadership team and managers on developing a culture of learning, continuous feedback and career progression. Create experiences that engage employees and teams at all levels.
- Own and execute staff events, culture activities, and rewards/recognition programs.
Team Responsibilities (10%)
- Support broader regional and organizational priorities, including selecting new corps members, supporting staff recruitment, attending regional team meetings, and supporting other functional regional initiatives
- Leads with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness in all aspects of the work
- Minimum of 5 years of work experience
- Experience designing and facilitating training preferred
- Prior experience in and/or interest in adult learning and development preferred
- You are a natural mentor, coach, and facilitator of people relationships.
- You are a superior communicator orally and with the written word and able to effectively provide constructive and strategic feedback.
- You are an influencer with the ability to influence a diversity of work styles and personalities.
- You are an excellent project manager with the skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- You are a culture builder, committed to working as a positive team member supporting collaboration.
Work Demands:
- Ability to work some weekends and evenings; occasional travel.