Director of Learning and Development (Administrator II)

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Job/Department Summary:

Under the general supervision of the AVP of Human Resources, the Director of Learning and Development will play a key role in designing, developing and delivering professional development courses (both online and in-person), classes and programs for staff and management at Chico State. The position will partner with the campus to deliver training and development opportunities that align with campus needs. This work includes collaborating with key stakeholders to identify organizational needs; creating and sourcing suitable educational materials for in-person and online delivery; facilitating in-person and virtual classes; evaluating the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of professional development offerings and designing activities for ongoing development. This position will help ensure that Chico State is developing the skills and capabilities of its employees in an effective, targeted way that supports professional development and engagement, and promotes transformative learning experiences in an inclusive environment. Responsibilities also include the Fee Waiver program and Conflict of Interest/Form 700 Filing.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
AND
A minimum of three years experience designing, creating, implementing, and facilitating training programs (in-person and on-line).

Preferences:

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills: 

• Bilingual.
• Experience preparing learning and development programs for adult learners.
• Technical fluency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience building and managing websites.
• Experience with learning management systems.
• Experience developing and facilitating learning and development programs for management-level employees.

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm 

CSU Classification Salary Range:  $57,744 - $185,388 per year.  (Admin II)

Anticipated Hiring Range:  $85,000 - $105,000 per year.  Salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected.

Benefits: This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance).  For more information please visit https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

Additional Information:

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

The person holding this position is considered a “Limited Mandated Reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the require