Manager, Training and Development

Summary
 Accountable for the management of training activities including the training of senior management. Manage, select, develop and oversee curriculum development, staff development and data analysis to ensure organizational training needs are met.
Description
 

Logistics: PGBA – one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located at 8733 Highway 17 Bypass Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 United States of America.

• Government Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires applicants to be a U.S. Citizen.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify, assess and manage current and on-going organizational training needs. Review and conduct negotiations for vendor supplied programs. Manage internal development efforts and approve staff work. Ensure feedback systems are in place. Understand technology and best practices to develop programs. Monitor and evaluates training programs effectiveness.

• Select and provide opportunities for staff development. Perform training department administrative activities include trainer performance reviews, counsel, progressive discipline, coach, feedback, budget preparation and monitor and routine reports to senior management. Ensure staff have up-to-date tools, technology and programs to perform their job functions effectively.

• Design and execute comprehensive training plans and curricula for the workforce at all levels. Research and develop career development training.

• Oversee daily training activities, needs assessment and programs. Promote team-based culture. Provide one-on-one coaching to area managers or associates to aid in the development of feedback. Conduct conflict resolution and problem-solving sessions.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following:

• Required Education: Bachelor's in a job related field

• Required Experience: 4 years-experience in a formal training environment.
  2 years-management experience or equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above.

• Required Software and tools: Microsoft Office and a familiarity with various authoring and/or design applications.

• Required Skills and Abilities: Superior management and human relations skills. Excellent communication (written and verbal) , organization and presentation skills. Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Maintenance of training programs in a personal computer/local area network (PC/LAN) environment. Ability to persuade, negotiate, coach/mentor and influence others. Knowledge of training technology and best practices. Understand Learning Management System environments. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

We Prefer That You Have The Following:

Work Experience: 6 Years-Research and analysis experience.

Preferred Software and Other Tools: PowerPoint

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards.  You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.  

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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