Director of Training

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Training will own the training and

learning vision, mission, strategy, goals and resulting execution to implement dynamic learning

systems that are integral to the success of the organization.



Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the training department.


• Create, oversee, and execute the annual training timeline, regularly tracking, assessing,

and improving training key performance indicators across all priority areas including

diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Collaborate with organizational leadership to determine the greatest skill and

development needs of staff and develop targeted training content to address

• Design and implement learning and development programs, consistent with best

practice and innovative approaches

• Serve as the primary facilitator and training expert


• Align and develop resources to deliver on the training and leadership development

strategy (subject matter experts, team members, vendors, program budgets,

technologies, etc.)

• Develop the infrastructure for all learning and development programs by establishing

standardized methods and procedures for delivery, evaluation, measurement, and

reporting

• Develop assessments that measure learner outcomes including productivity


• Develop blended and scalable training solutions, evaluating both face-to-face, virtual,

and digital solutions, for delivery to staff and leaders throughout the organization,

making learning an unforgettable experience

• Collect and analyze data to continuously improve and expand leadership across the

organization as well as to address development needs for high-potential roles.

• Strengthen current partnerships through expanding nonviolence programming and

strategically develop new partnerships.

• Develop and maintain contacts and work collaboratively with institutions to leverage

existing training opportunities.

• Develop training budget and keep operations within budget.


• Supervise training team staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred


• Commitment to the Institute’s mission and principles of nonviolence.


• 5- 7 years of demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and delivering

professional development programs required.

• Strong computer and organizational skills.


• Forward-thinking experience in training, learning & development functions including all

stages of learning (analysis, design, development, delivery, evaluation)

• Experience to engage with people with group and virtual facilitation and/or training at

all levels of the organization.

• Excellent social, verbal, written, presentation skills


• Ability to develop and translate strategic goals into appropriate development and talent

programs that balance the evolving priorities of the organization.

• Knowledge of trauma informed services and implementation.

To apply, please send a cover letter along with your resume to [email protected]

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago - EEO Statement Institute for Nonviolence Chicago provides equal

employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to

race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law

requirements, Institute for Nonviolence Chicago complies with applicable state and local laws governing

nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy

applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,

termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.