L&D Training Manager

Job Title: L&D Training Manager  

Reports To : Associate Director of Training  

  Status: Full-time; Exempt  

 

Location: Moreno Valley

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday (Occasional weekends)

Salary Range: $75,000.00-$88,000.00 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

  Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people?

 

Who We Are:

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path.
 
What We Do:

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,000 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach.
Ideal Candidate: Ideally, we are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, energetic, ambitious, proactive, and positive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Multi-tasking and attention to detail must be strengths this individual possesses. Individuals need to be comfortable on camera and in live virtual sessions with students and peers.  

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers:

• Competitive salary – [insert hourly or salary range]
• Paid vacation & sick time – generous time off to recharge
• Lifecraft program – free college & career advancement for all staff
• Upward mobility – promote-from-within culture
• Health, dental & vision – comprehensive benefits coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan – invest in your future
• Pet insurance – because your whole family matters
• Mission-driven work – impact 30,000 + young people annually

Role Overview:

The Training Manager is responsible for managing the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of professional development initiatives across the organization. Reporting to the Associate Director of Training, this role ensures that training programs are high-quality, impactful, and aligned with organizational priorities and best practices in youth development and adult learning.
The Training Manager directly oversees Senior Trainers and Trainer Associates, providing day-to-day leadership, coaching, and performance management while ensuring the successful execution of training initiatives. The Training Manager will be developing training content and material while also providing comprehensive support to the training team, ensuring the successful attainment of team objectives and quality training experiences. This role bridges strategy and execution—translating organizational goals into effective, engaging learning experiences that support staff success and program quality.

 

Responsibilities:

Overall Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Management

• Supervise and support a team of Senior Trainers and Trainer Associates, providing ongoing coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Establish clear expectations, goals, and accountability structures for team members.
• Conduct regular check-ins, team meetings, and performance evaluations to support staff growth and effectiveness.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

Training Design & Development

• Lead the development of engaging, high-quality training content aligned with organizational goals, program needs, and adult learning principles.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Training to ensure alignment with broader training strategy and priorities.
• Oversee the creation and refinement of training materials, including workshops, academies, and train-the-trainer models.
• Ensure all training content reflects best practices in experiential learning and youth development.

Training Delivery & Execution

• Oversee and support the facilitation of trainings across the team to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Lead and facilitate trainings as needed, both in-person and virtually.
• Coordinate and manage logistics for training events, including scheduling, materials, and communication.
• Ensure a positive and engaging learning experience for all participants

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Implement and monitor quality standards aligned with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) practices.
• Review training materials and delivery to ensure consistency, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to improve training systems, processes, and participant experience.

Data & Evaluation

• Collect and analyze data related to training effectiveness, including participant feedback, assessments, and performance outcomes.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify skill gaps and inform training priorities.
• Use data to refine training programs and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Associate Director of Training.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams and program leaders to identify training needs and ensure alignment with field operations.
• Support organizational initiatives by aligning training efforts with programmatic and strategic goals.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure training relevance and impact.

Operations & Project Management

• Manage multiple training projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Support the planning and implementation of large-scale training initiatives and events.
• Maintain organized systems for tracking training progress, materials, and outcomes

Culture & Organizational Alignment

• Model organizational values through leadership, communication, and professional conduct.
• Contribute to a positive organizational culture that prioritizes learning, collaboration, and excellence.
• Promote a “Kids First” approach by ensuring all training supports high-quality experiences for youth.

 

Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of experiential learning theory and adult learning principles.
• Strong understanding of youth development , expanded learning programs, and education systems, particularly in high-need communities.
• Experience in training design, facilitation, and program implementation .
• Prior experience supervising or leading teams preferred.
• Commitment to data-driven decision-making , evaluation, and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI).
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships across teams and departments.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Proficiency in digital tools (Canva, Microsoft Teams, Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite, Forms, Planner, PPTX).
• Stable internet access.
• Valid LIVE Scan

Physical Demands:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Frequent standing is required during working hours
• The ability to travel across the Great Los Angeles area, using either a car or public transportation, is necessary several times a month.
• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 40 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:
We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects:

• We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects:
• Regular working hours are from Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends and evenings required for events, training, or conferences.
• Optional weekly work-from-home opportunities.
• Travel is necessary to various regions where Woodcraft Rangers programs are implemented, including San Fernando Valley, South Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, San Gabriel Valley, Southeast LA, and Downtown areas, to support or deliver in-person training.
• Regular exposure to a computer monitor during work is important.
• The typical noise level of a standard work environment.
• Stable internet access is required for effective work-from-home performance.

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breastfeeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.