SR TALENT DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Get to Know UsKen Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that's in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.Get to Know This RoleThe Senior Talent Development Specialist leads learning and talent development programs across Sierra Nevada. This role combines program ownership, facilitation, learning systems administration, and support for key talent processes including performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and onboarding. This position serves as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for our Learning Management System (LMS), owns our Manager in Training and Supervisor in Training programs, and coordinates New Employee Orientation (NEO) at either our Chico or Mills River Brewery, depending on where the role is based. This role partners closely with HR, leaders, and subject matter experts to deliver practical, effective development opportunities for employees and leaders.What's In It For YouWe’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $79,113 to $122,229 base compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications. This role may be eligible for our bonus program – inquire with our Talent Acquisition Partner for additional details.But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their paid time off.What You Will DoCoordinate and facilitate New Employee Orientation (NEO), partnering with HR to maintain a consistent onboarding experience across locations.Support performance management, succession planning, and talent review processes.Own and facilitate the Manager in Training and Supervisor in Training programs.Facilitate in-person and virtual learning for employees and people leaders on leadership, professional development, performance management, and other organizational learning needs.Administer and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), including system configuration, course assignments, content management, testing, reporting, and troubleshooting.Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop and maintain eLearning, blended learning, job aids, facilitator guides, and other training resources.Coordinate and support other leadership, professional development, and Talent Development initiatives based on organizational priorities.Develop, track, and report on learning and development metrics, including participation, completion, learner feedback, and program effectiveness. Use data and feedback to identify trends and recommend improvements.Partner with HR and business leaders to understand learning and development needs and identify practical solutions to support employees, leaders, and the business.Stay current on learning and talent development practices, tools, and technology.Please Apply if You HaveBachelor's Degree or a combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved required7 years of experience in Learning and development including learning program design, facilitation, and continuous program optimization required andExperience facilitating learning or development programs for employees and people leaders required andExperience administering an LMS and developing or managing learning content required andExperience supporting talent processes such as performance management, succession planning, talent reviews, or leadership development required andExperience using learning data, metrics, and feedback to evaluate programs and identify opportunities for improvement required andA balance of strong facilitation and technical skills, with the ability to move comfortably between working with people, programs, systems, and data required andWorking knowledge of adult learning, instructional design, and talent development practices.Strong facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage employees and leaders in both in-person and virtual settings.Experience with Learning Management Systems, such as UKG, and eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Rise and Storyline.Understanding of talent management practices, including performance management, succession planning, talent reviews, and leadership development.Ability to use learning and talent data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and recommend improvements.Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and project management skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively across teams and levels of the organization.Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and improve processes.Additional Requirements to Consider Before ApplyingYou must be at least 21 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post offer background check.This is an onsite role based out of Chico, CA or Mills River, NC breweryBefore applying for this role, please review the full job description, including the physical demands and working environment: This position will remain open until filled; online applications will be reviewed weekly **Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer