SUMMARY
The Talent Development Specialist will collaborate with stakeholders to identify performance gaps to create and deliver comprehensive talent development solutions to align with Sigma’s needs and strategic goals. The Talent Development Specialist will identify development needs, provide recommendations, and create and implement learning solutions following sound adult learning principles to support and improve talent. This position will create and consult on individualized development plans, facilitate in-person and virtual courses, and provide coaching and mentoring support to associates and leaders in collaboration with business leaders and Talent & Culture Partners.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

Identify development needs; and design, implement and facilitate talent development strategies, interventions and program(s), and leadership development courses for each level of the organization in collaboration with business areas; track, monitor, analyze and evaluate engagement and effectiveness of programs; provide recommendations for program improvement Create and consult on individualized development plans with leaders to address goals and growth areas; monitor and follow up on progress; conduct feedback sessions and provide ongoing support and coaching to leader(s) Support talent and partnership teams throughout each phase of the talent cycle and talent development initiatives including onboarding, professional development, and high-potential initiatives; Assist with performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development planning. Assist with learning strategy, program measurement/evaluation, and vendor management. Assist with administrative tasks in Learning and Talent Development including scheduling, logistics coordination, and participant communication. Other duties as assigned work with the Learning and Talent Development team and other areas of Talent and Culture on various projects, including needs assessments, internal communications, micro-learnings, and global projects Other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in business, education, instructional design, human resource management, psychology, or four (4) years’ equivalent work-related experience Three (3) years’ experience working in a learning capacity

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in organizational development, education, Human Resources, training & development or a related field.
Bi-Lingual in English and Spanish Experience as a coach, instructor, or in a similar role, delivering development programs.
Experience in learning strategy, instructional design, program management, learning evaluation

DiSC certified
Inside Out Grow Coaching certified
Crucial Conversations certified

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA’s)

Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills; ability to engage and inspire leaders at all levels in both virtual and face-to-face environments. Experience with learning strategy, instructional design, program management and learning evaluation. Familiarity with training authoring tools such as Captivate, Articulate, and LMS software, preferably Success Factors. Proficient with Microsoft office, including Word and PowerPoint Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively. In-depth knowledge of adult learning and leadership theories, models, and best practices. Demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels of the organization, present complex ideas concisely and clearly articulate ideas verbally and in writing. Familiarity with talent management processes, succession planning, and performance management. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Excellent client management and customer service skills, including the ability to write in a clear and concise manner. Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently and within a team environment. Ability to motivate, lead and coach others.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Able to travel up to 30% of the time (domestic), including overnight stays for up to 5 days at a time. Able to work remotely

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and/or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.