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Aston Carter Program Manager in Lenexa, Kansas
Job Title: Program ManagerJob Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to design and facilitate workshops, create an engaging learning environment, and drive employee development. The ideal candidate will coach and mentor employees, conduct assessments, and provide insights into leadership development. You will be a culture champion, collaborating with stakeholders to foster a continuous learning and growth culture while staying current with professional trends.
Responsibilities
Design and facilitate workshops for virtual and in-person delivery.
Create a dynamic classroom environment that encourages learning and engagement using best practices in instructor-led classroom design methods.
Coach and mentor employees regarding personal and career development.
Conduct and debrief assessments at departmental, team, and individual levels to identify growth opportunities, diagnose problem areas, and identify root causes.
Provide insight into branch succession and leadership development conversations.
Act as a culture champion who models and cultivates a vibrant employee experience.
Build relationships and collaborate with key stakeholders to identify talent development needs.
Stay current with professional trends; attend educational workshops, review publications, and maintain personal networks.
Support development tracking and reporting processes to measure progress and impact of programs, implementing improvements as needed.
Apply change management methodology to projects and initiatives.
Essential Skills
Experience with learning management systems and training development.
Proficiency in creating and implementing corporate training/development programs.
Ability to speak with employees at all levels, from new hires to upper management.
Experience delivering training and presentations in a business and adult setting.
Knowledge and application of training and development principles and adult learning theory.
Strong written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Teams.
Ability to plan, manage, prioritize, and schedule projects in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Education, or Communications required.
5+ years of experience in training and development, including instructional design with the ADDIE Model.
High emotional intelligence and strong listening skills.
Ability to give and receive specific, constructive feedback.
Resilient and flexible with a passion for learning and development.
Ability to build credibility and effectively collaborate with leaders, business partners, and colleagues.
Ability to travel as needed, typically not exceeding 25% of the time.
Work Environment
This role is based on-site at the Lenexa, KS office, with up to 25% travel to other corporate offices. You will have high visibility to individuals, teams, and leaders across the organization and will play a key role in enhancing the learning culture.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.