Senior Director, Professional and Organizational Development
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This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time
off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.
Application Status: you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of
your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless
selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire,
communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your
application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight
requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
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Position Information
Position Title Senior Director, Professional and Organizational Development
Position Type Administrative
Department Equity, Culture, and Talent
FLSA Exempt
Union/Non Union Non Union
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Grade 18
Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range $91,845 - $131,313
Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)
Regular or Temporary Regular
Job Description Summary The Senior Director of Professional and Organizational Development creates and implements training and development programs for all employees of the College, with a focus on performance management skills for all college leaders, faculty and staff. Leads the design and implementation of organizational development interventions as appropriate. Serves as a critical Senior HR consultant to the area Vice Presidents and their leadership team as needed by providing both HR strategic and operational guidance and direction. Responsible for championing employee relations, overall area effectiveness, coaching and change management, HR administrative liaison, and strategic workforce partnership.
Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in human resources, business
administration, organizational leadership, industrial/organizational
psychology, or a related field.
For applicants with a bachelor's degree:
Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in
professional development, organizational development, talent management,
or a related field
Minimum of four (4) years of supervisory experience.
For applicants with a master's degree (or higher):
Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in
professional development, organizational development, talent management,
or a related field
Minimum of four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Criteria CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES Strategic Leadership & Talent Development
Identifies, recommends, develops, and implements talent and leadership
programs and processes to address business needs and advance the talent
agenda.
Develops and maintains a strategic Professional Development Plan, updating
it annually with collaborative input from key stakeholders.
Acts as leadership and talent expert across the organization. Stays up to
date on trends within Leadership Development, Talent Management, and
Employee Engagement, and contributes best practices and key learnings to
the team. May consult or manage the most complex or high-visibility
leadership and talent issues.
Makes presentations to college leaders regarding leadership and talent
initiatives and leads large/complex leadership development programs.
Recommends and participates in the development of policies and procedures
related to professional development.
Develops and maintains the professional development master strategic plan.
Support Talent and Succession Planning
Works closely with Vice President for Equity, Culture and Talent (ECT)
and other ECT leaders to create greater coherence and connection between
talent acquisition and talent development and to develop long-range
leadership development and succession plans.
Collaborates with ECT and executive leadership to identify talent gaps,
develop succession plans, and implement strategies to build internal
pipelines for critical roles
Program Implementation & Operations
Performs college training and development operational processes that
include logistical support, course development, delivery, evaluation,
process measurements and cost management.
Plans the implementation and facilitation of activities, budget spending,
material production and distribution, and other resources to ensure that
operations are managed within budget scope.
Creates and submits an annual training plan to the Vice President of ECT
at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Plans and prepares budget requests for the office of professional
development.
Assumes responsibility for coordinating and monitoring projects and
initiatives, including analysis and reporting, to ensure the effective and
efficient operation of the college.
Collaboration, Culture & Stakeholder Engagement
Advocates for PGCC culture. Assists the Vice President for ECT in ensuring
culture is the central tenet in the choices we make and provides advice to
help maintain a culture of accountability around our core commitments.
Promotes and develops working relationships with faculty, administrators
and staff across the College consulting with them to ensure program
effectiveness.
Partners closely with the Teaching and Learning Center to design, develop,
and deliver professional development opportunities tailored to faculty.
This includes supporting initiatives that enhance instructional
effectiveness, promote innovative teaching practices, and align faculty
development with institutional priorities and student success outcomes.
Ensures coordination between staff and faculty development efforts to
foster a cohesive, institution-wide culture of continuous learning.
Service Delivery, Oversight & Compliance
Directs the design, implementation, and administration of leadership
development community sites and online development resources, trains
clients in the use of online developmental resources.
Provides participants with guidance, support and available resources that
assist them in taking appropriate actions as supervisors, managers, and
leaders.
Ensures consistent and high-quality deliverables and service provision to
clients
Oversees and evaluates effectively and accurately the performance of all
employees under direct supervision, including providing subject matter
expertise to the Director of the Teaching-Learning Center.
Promotes and participates in appropriate professional growth and
development activities/conferences and encourages such participation by
area staff.
Leverages people analytics to identify trends, help inform
recommendations, and enable the business to make strategic and operational
decisions.
Serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) by complying with the Clery
Act and reporting crime-related information
File an annual financial disclosure statement with the Maryland State
Ethics Commission
Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience designing and leading talent management and leadership
initiatives, including talent review/succession planning, employee
engagement, and leadership & professional skills development, including
coaching and assessments.
Senior level expertise in instructional methods and training techniques,
including curriculum design principles, adult leaning theory, and blended
learning strategies.
Solid knowledge of the organization's leadership and talent practices and
procedures, as well as College business objectives.
Ability to translate strategic goals into appropriate development and
talent programs, and to manage the changing organizational priorities.
Ability to manage a team using group dynamics while encouraging creativity
and innovation.
Ability to design, develop, and facilitate training and talent management
practices and programs that support strategic business goals.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; strong
influencing, negotiation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to
foster and maintain collaborative relationships with customers, peers,
subordinates, and other members of management.
Expertise in administering training and talent software applications, as
well as online leadership community sites and development resources.
Excellent project management, organizational, and planning skills; must be
results oriented.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software,
especially PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.
Ability to leverage people analytics and data to identify trends, inform
recommendations, and support strategic and operational decision-making.
Ability to develop and lead long-range strategic plans for professional
and organizational development aligned with institutional goals.
Ability to lead organizational change initiatives and drive culture and
organizational effectiveness efforts.
Job Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable
documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an
alien who is authorized to work.
A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of
employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information
will be required if selected for an interview.
ACCOMMODATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George's
Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a
qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation
would cause undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-
by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the
Equity, Culture, and Talent (ECT) department
Is Background Check Required? Yes
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PGCC237511/12
Open Date 06/11/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Background Check Statement Prince George's Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.
Application Status: you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of
your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless
selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire,
communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your
application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight
requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in human resources, business administration, organizational leadership, industrial/organizational psychology, or a related field?
Yes
No
For applicants with a bachelor's degree, do you have a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in professional development, organizational development, talent management, or a related field?
Yes
No
N/A
For applicants with a master's degree, do you have a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in professional development, organizational development, talent management, or a related field?
Yes
No
N/A
Do you have a minimum of four (4) years of supervisory experience?
Yes
No
What are your salary expectations for this position? Please provide a range, if available.
(Open Ended Question)
Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States? As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must present acceptable documentation showing that they are a U.S. Citizen or a resident authorized to work in the U.S.
Yes
No
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