Director of Learning and Development, Office of Human Resources

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Office of Human Resources

Director of Learning and Development

Reporting to the Director of Employee Relations, the Director of Learning and Development (Director 4) is responsible for the daily operations and strategic planning for university-wide learning and development initiatives delivered by HR.  This includes the development, implementation and assessment of various learning pathways, professional development opportunities, and leadership empowerment efforts. 

The primary focus of this position will be to coordinate all aspects of strategic learning programming delivered by HR. In this dynamic role, the Director will work collaboratively with a variety of university stakeholders to identify organizational needs and shape strategies that support learning, effective change management, increased employee engagement, positive performance management and teamwork. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in Human Resources field(s), including training-related work responsibilities is required. At least five years of this experience is preferred. A Master’s degree in a related field and previous experience in higher education human resources or business operations is also preferred. Candidate must have excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills; knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations; and proficiency in Microsoft 365. Experience with Workday HCM is a plus.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made.  Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is: $110,000 to $120,000. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Employment at Kean requires working at any of our New Jersey campus locations or affiliated work sites, which may include, but not be limited to: the main campus in Union; Kean Ocean in Toms River; Kean Skylands in Jefferson Township; Kean Jersey City; Kean at Brookdale in Middletown Township; Manahawkin; Princeton; and Trenton.  Location assignments will be based on operational and university needs. Faculty may also be assigned to teach online classes for Kean Global.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.  

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Mission Statement

Kean University, New Jersey’s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer