Learning & Development Manager, APMG

About APMG

American Public Media Group (APMG) is the largest station-based public radio and media organization in the United States. Our mission is to create the future of public media by amplifying voices to inform, include, and inspire. APMG is the recipient of multiple awards including the Peabody, Edward R. Murrow regional and national awards, a Gracie and duPont Silver Baton.  

APMG is the parent organization for American Public Media®, Minnesota Public Radio®, and Southern California Public Radio, and offers diverse public services, including news, classical, new music, and investigative journalism. APMG operates 53 public radio stations and 44 translators across eight states and have state-of-the-art facilities in 10 cities worldwide reaching over 16 million listeners.

Our Mission:

Creating the future of public media by amplifying voices to inform, include, and inspire.

Our Core Values: 

We exist to serve the public

We lead with respect and inclusion

We built trust

We are creative and bold

We succeed together through collaboration and personal accountability

Location:  St. Paul,MN Los Angeles or Pasadena, CA- Hybrid

Expected Compensation Range: MN: $85,406-106,800 | CA: $98,217-122,800 / annualized. The exact rate is determined by geographical location, experience and education related to the role, organizational compensation structure, and internal equity.

Application Process: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Application Deadline: Open until position is filled. 

Your Role:

The Learning and Development Manager will lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of innovative programs that enhance employee capabilities, leadership development, and organizational performance. This role ensures alignment of learning initiatives with APMG's strategy, mission, and EIDA (Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Accessibility) values, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. The manager will also design and deliver training across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, career development, and leadership programs, while supporting mentorship initiatives.

Your Responsibility: 

• Strategic Planning
  • Develop and execute a multi-year talent and learning roadmap aligned with APMG's strategy, mission, EIDA, and core values.
  • Partner with People and Culture leaders to design and implement learning programs that enhance employee development and engagement.
• Program Development & Delivery
  • Create and facilitate, or collaborate with external partners to deliver, training programs across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, career knowledge, standard operating procedures (SOPs), leadership programs, and mentorship initiatives.
  • Develop leadership development plans for key management and high-potential employees.
  • Design and deliver engaging and effective training on topics such as management skills, equity, leadership, and department-specific technical skills.
  • Oversee and relaunch the Emerging Leaders Program using a blended learning approach.
• Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
  • Evaluate and improve learning programs using data-driven insights.
  • Design and conduct organizational assessments to track and report the effectiveness of training programs.
• Performance Management Support
  • Support the annual performance review process and provide training to managers and employees.
  • Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements for performance management processes.
• Career Development
  • Provide career development coaching and maintain a comprehensive training library to support professional growth.
  • Design and implement a mentorship program to foster knowledge-sharing and professional development across the organization.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Partner with