Director Of Training And Professional Development

About Omnidian Omnidian is building a more sustainable future for the planet. We assure that IoT-enabled distributed energy assets perform at their best through our passionate teams, our innovative technology, and by creating an amazing customer experience. We're a well-funded, growth-stage, B Corps certified company offering the potential for enormous impact, both on our products and on the world. While we have employees across the country, we are looking to fill this particular role with someone based near our headquarters in Seattle who can commit to a hybrid schedule for more face-to-face interactions with team members. The Job As the Director of Training and Professional Development, you will define and execute a comprehensive strategy to develop employees, enhance leadership capabilities, and foster organizational effectiveness. This role is critical in shaping a culture of continuous growth and innovation, aligning talent development initiatives with business goals, and building programs
that meet the needs of today while preparing for the future.
You will lead efforts to design and implement learning programs, leadership development strategies, and change management frameworks, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. By working closely with leaders and teams across the organization, you will deliver impactful solutions, including career roadmaps, curriculum journeys (onboarding, readiness for promotion, ongoing development), compliance training, and tools to support team effectiveness. This role will manage one team member, drive cross-functional collaboration, and oversee program management of technical and functional training initiatives.
\n What You'll DoAt Omnidian we believe in trust and autonomy. How you create an impact is ultimately up to you. Here is an outline of some of the things you'll be doing:Learning, Leadership & Organization Development StrategyDevelop and execute a strategic plan to deliver learning, leadership, and organizational development programs that align with business objectives and enhance employee experiences.Design and implement solutions such as career roadmaps, curriculum journeys (onboarding, leadership readiness, ongoing development), compliance training, and leadership development.Partner with business leaders to ensure programs address current challenges, drive measurable results, and deliver a strong return on investment.Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously refine initiatives to meet evolving needs.Organizational DevelopmentDevelop a strategy and tools for team effectiveness, leadership coaching, and career roadmaps.Create frameworks for developmental assessments and facilitate their use across the organization.Design and implement structured approaches for change management, leadership during transitions, and communication strategies to ensure adoption of organizational initiatives.Evaluate and optimize the impact of organizational change strategies.Leadership DevelopmentDesign and execute leadership development programs and processes for all levels of leadership.Ensure leadership development initiatives build capabilities to meet current and future business needs.Integrate coaching, mentoring, and structured learning experiences into leadership development offerings.Program Design and ImplementationIdentify training needs through job analysis, performance appraisals, career paths, and consultation with leaders.Create and manage an internal gig marketplace to support cross-functional development opportunities.Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of digital learning platforms to provide scalable and accessible training resources.Partner with people leaders to identify key skills for success and create development opportunities to build those skills. Who You AreA strategic thinker with the ability to design scalable learning and leadership development programs.An experienced organizational development leader, adept at driving change management and team effectiveness initiatives.Passionate about fostering a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.A strong collaborator who builds trust and alignment across teams and levels.Data-driven, with a focus on measuring program impact and ensuring ROI. Experience You'll Need10+ years of experience in learning and development, leadership development, or organizational development, with at least 3 years in a strategic leadership role.Proven ability to design and scale programs in fast-paced, growth-oriented organizations.Deep expertise in leadership development, change management, and coaching frameworks.Strong facilitation and communication skills, including experience delivering Train the Trainer programs.Experience with digital learning platforms and leveraging technology for scalable solutions.Background in designing career development programs, onboarding experiences, and curriculum journeys.Familiarity with assessment tools for development and team effectiveness.Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering high-impact programs on time and within budget. Competencies for SuccessStrategic Leadership: Ability to align talent initiatives with business goals.Change Management: Expertise in designing and delivering frameworks for organizational change.Program Design: Skilled at creating comprehensive learning and leadership programs that are scalable and impactful.Collaboration: Ability to partner with leaders and teams to ensure programs meet organizational needs.Results Orientation: Track record of implementing programs that drive measurable results.Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, growth-oriented environments. Work-Life and CultureAll of our roles offer the opportunity to work remotelyIf you are in the Seattle, WA area, we offer a vibrant and creative co-working space in the heart of downtown SeattleWe prioritize applicants near one of our employee clusters and offer one or more local gatherings per yearWe provide outstanding benefits that we are continually improving upon, including family medical, dental, vision, disability, parental leave, 401(k) administration, thoughtful PTO, and paid sabbatical leave after four yearsWe offer a competitive total compensation package that includes monthly health insurance premiums, quarterly bonus and long-term stock options for every employeeWe love to lift each other up through company-wide slack channels such as #puppiesandpets, #omnidian-wellness, #praiseandbooms and #sustainablefutureWe have affinity groups to help employees feel seen and supported, such as Rainbow Array, BIPOC, Thriving Survivors, Vets at Omnidian, Black Lights Matter and Neurospicy R UsWe are a passionate, mission driven team that believes in collaboration, mutual respect and trust. For examples, check out our posts What Makes an Ethical Company? and Why We're Proud to Be a Certified B Corp Grow With UsWe mentor and invest in our employees and prioritize them for future opportunities. Check out our Instagram reels to see a few career journey examplesInternal candidates: Check out our advice onInternal Transfer: Job Application ProcessWe're a fast-growing startup, which means we're constantly reinventing processes, adding new products, and asking people to use all of their skills and talents. That means there's gonna be a lot of opportunities for you to grow, which also means you will likely be stretched in ways you've never experienced in a job before. If you are resilient, determined, and not afraid of a big challenge, come apply. Total RewardsComprehensive Benefits: We've got you covered with 100% of health insurance monthly premiums for employees, and 50% for dependents.Performance Bonus: Up to 15%, because exceptional work deserves exceptional rewards. Eligibility begins after 90 days.Equity Stake: Join us in shaping the future and be rewarded for your dedication with stock options.Continuous Growth: Up to $500 annual learning reimbursement because investing in your development is investing in our success.Committed to Parity: We place candidates within the band based on professional experience, not negotiating skills, as part of our overall effort to avoid gender pay discrepancy.
\nWe strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product for our customers. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring our hiring and retention practices, as well as our office culture, reflects this value. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Omnidian is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to diversity in the workplace.  We make employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need.  We hire without consideration to age, ancestry, citizenship, disability, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, political activity or affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We invite you to be part of our mission to create a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all.