Job Description
Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873. Our ships offer innovative features and enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel, inviting guests to savor the journey.
We’re looking for an amazing Specialist, Fleet Learning & Development to fill this role. You’ll be responsible for supporting our Holland America Line (HAL) and Seabourn (SBN) brands. This role will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within our organization.
The Specialist is responsible for supporting the Fleet L&D initiatives and implementations, including new learning programs, to ensure objectives are met and initiatives successfully implemented. This role must engage and partner with all shipboard Learning & Development Managers (LDMs) for all L&D initiatives, track the required regular reporting and use metrics to support continuous improvement opportunities.
Here’s a summary of what Holland America Line is looking for in its Specialist, Fleet Learning & Development. Is this you?
Responsibilities
Partner with shipboard and shoreside partners to conduct needs assessments to identify effective learning solutions and best L&D practices.
Identify and implement consistent L&D operational best practices across brands
Advise shipboard LDMs on related matters and maintain ongoing consistent, clear, and relevant communication across varied channels
Develop learning program documentation, shipboard SOPs and practices and find ways to standardize when possible across the group without impacting quality of individual brands
Build and maintain professional relations with operational department representatives to encourage collaborative partnerships and promptly respond to requests with accuracy and a courteous demeanor
Oversee the onboarding of newly recruited LDMs through effective training plans creation and execution; monitors performance of all LDMs in partnership with onboard HR Managers and shoreside Sr. Manager
Develop LDMs to conduct effective onboard needs assessments
Partner with the Sr. Manager to support the ongoing professional development of the onboard L&D team though meaningful learning and growth opportunities
Analyze the work environment/conditions to ensure inclusiveness and equity, and avoid unintended impact or barriers to full engagement
Collaborate with Leadership to develop and maintain L&D Dashboard
Establish metrics and evaluation methods to assess the impact and effectiveness of training programs
Track and analyze shipboard L&D Manager reports, provide feedback to formulate improvements, escalate issues as appropriate
Use metrics and data to identify areas of opportunity
Research and network internally and externally to keep up-to-date with the L&D trends and technologies to bring forward new ideas and development opportunities for the team and the overall function of L&D
Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of learning content and program effectiveness, based on feedback from shipboard L&D Managers and other relevant stakeholders.
Partner with the shoreside L&D team on content creation to support development needs identified
Conduct Train the Trainer sessions with LDMs and HR Managers for new and updated content
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Adult Education or equivalent experience
At least five (5) years’ experience in Learning & Development capacity
Hospitality industry experience considered an asset
Cruise industry experience considered an asset
Proven experience in instructional design, adult learning principles, and training facilitation
Flexible to changing priorities and willingness to support global 24/7 operation
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and PowerPoint)
Familiarity with various learning methodologies, eLearning authoring tools, and multimedia production
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
High level of attention to detail and overseeing timely and high-quality work under pressure
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal in English
Proficient in using learning management systems and other related software
Autonomous, resourceful, collaborative, and adaptive
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess training needs and measure training effectiveness
Strong understanding of the foundation of business partnership and ability to effectively work with and collaborate across all levels of the organization and across various cultures.
Ability to work effectively in a team-based, collaborative environment
Ability to collaborate with and manage teams indirectly
This is hybrid position and can be based either in Seattle, WA or Miami, FL
What You Can Expect
Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your Family
Health Benefits
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training & Professional Development
Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement
Rewards & Incentives
Base Salary Range: $55,100.00 to $74,400.00. The range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates' qualifications and experience uniquely.
Our Culture…Stronger Together
Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/our-company/mission-values.html
Holland America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Holland America will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact [email protected]
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