Learning And Development Manager

Department:  Human Resources 

Location:  Scotts Valley, CA OR Hybrid (2+ day commitment to being onsite HQ - Scotts Valley, CA.) 

UA is unable to offer 100% remote accommodations for this UA position.

Intention:  The Training and Development Manager is responsible for improving the productivity of the organization's employees. This position assesses company-wide developmental needs to drive training initiatives and identifies and arranges suitable training solutions for employees. This position actively searches, creatively designs and implements effective methods to educate, enhance performance, and recognize performance.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with leadership to conduct regular learning and development needs assessments and to determine organizational learning objectives and develop a learning strategy.
• Develop training and development programs including facilitator-led training, self-paced learning, and other learning experiences with emphasis on career development.
• Obtain and /or develop effective training materials utilizing a variety of media.
• Plan, organize, and order supplies for employee development and training events.
• Partner with Internal Communications to develop and maintain organizational communications to ensure employees have knowledge of training and development events and resources.
• Train and coach managers, supervisors and others involved in employee development efforts.
• Conduct follow-up studies of all completed training to evaluate and measure results and modify programs as needed based on the feedback.
• Exemplify the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.
• Work effectively as a team member of the HR Team as well as with other members of cross-functional management.
• Monitor and track spending against departmental budgets.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong presentation skills.
• Highly organized
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
• Ability to design and implement effective training and development.  

 Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and/or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing employee development programs for leaders, managers, and individual contributors, preferably in a tech environment.
• Experience designing a learning and development strategy that integrates company values, overall business objectives, and fostering a strong culture. 
• Certified professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) credential preferred.
• HRCI PHR or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential preferred.

UA Salary Range/Hourly Rate of Pay:  California Salary Range = $120K - $145K

Base salary/hourly rate of pay will be based on the cost of labor for the city/state in which the new hire resides, at the time of hire.

UA offers competitive benefits:  Profit sharing, Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K Safe Harbor Contribution, Stock Options, Flexible time-off (PTO/Sick Leave/Company Holiday Time-off), etc.

UA Mission:  We exist to thrill and inspire music makers everywhere with timeless sound and impeccable craftsmanship, freeing the songs inside and allowing you to sound like the records you love.

UA Vision:  In the future, music makers around the world will trust Universal Audio as a friend and creative partner, inspiring them to craft amazing records as naturally as playing their first instrument or singing their favorite song. The best home, project, and professional studios will feature most of the UA equipment from floor to ceiling — ranging from audio interfaces and guitar gear to microphones and software — all of it working together to deliver unrivaled sonics and operational symphony. Our customers will eagerly await each new UA product like a hit record or blockbuster movie, trusting that it may spark them to create the best music of their lives. In doing so, UA will become revered worldwide as the way that music is made.

Universal Audio is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. UA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories.