Talent Development Manager

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $105,600(minimum) - $132,000(midpoint) - $158,400(maximum)
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Talent Development Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a strategic and passionate Talent Development Manager to lead the charge in cultivating a high-performing and engaged workforce. You will be responsible for developing and executing talent development strategies that align with our business objectives and foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. This role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in designing and delivering impactful development programs and talent processes, evaluating their effectiveness, and managing stakeholders effectively. If you are a collaborative leader with a passion for developing people and driving organizational success, we encourage you to apply.

What You Will Be Doing

• Strategy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive talent development strategies that address current and future organizational needs, including performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Development Program Design & Delivery: Design and deliver engaging and impactful development programs utilizing a variety of methodologies (e.g., workshops, e-learning, coaching) to enhance employee skills, knowledge, and performance.
• Evaluation & Measurement: Establish metrics and evaluate the effectiveness of talent development programs, analyze data, and generate reports to demonstrate ROI and identify areas for improvement.
• Team Leadership: Coaching and mentoring a team of talent development peers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and department managers, to ensure alignment and support for talent development initiatives.
• Performance Management: Create a seamless talent development approach that integrates performance management processes and other talent initiatives to build a robust talent pipeline.
• Career Development: Create and implement career development frameworks and programs to support employee growth and advancement within the organization.

What We Are Looking For

• Coaching and Mentoring: Proven ability to coach and mentor individuals at various levels to enhance their skills and performance.
• Change Management: Experience in leading and managing change initiatives within a dynamic organizational environment.
• Program Evaluation: Strong analytical skills and experience in designing and implementing program evaluation methodologies to measure effectiveness and ROI.
• Performance Management: Knowledge of performance management principles and best practices, including performance appraisal and feedback.
• Career Development: Expertise in career development frameworks, tools, and resources to support employee growth and advancement.
• Collaboration: Exceptional ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and facilitation skills.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and draw meaningful insights.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, I/O Psychology or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Successful candidates will typically have 5-7years of progressive experience in talent development, learning, or a related field.
• Experience with configuring and managing the talent and performance modules in Workday preferred
• Proven track record of designing and implementing successful talent development programs (e.g., performance management, leadership development, or talent review process).
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and talent management best practices.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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