ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

POSITION OVERVIEW

PN#24733 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - CHIEF LEARNING OFFICER

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The City of Houston is currently seeking a dynamic Chief Learning Officer (CLO). The CLO who will be accountable for the design, development and release of applications and services that support employee training, evaluation and development, including eLearning initiatives. This individual will continuously work to evolve our learning agenda and develop/maintain relationships with members of the education and Education Technology communities. This role will influence change and improve learning to help achieve the Mayor's four pillars and initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate the strategy to drive corporate learning, direction, and policies.
• Monitor departmental operations to ensure effective coordination, information flow and policy compliance.
• Develop and recommend plans, policies, and programs designed to improve departmental and Citywide efficiency and effectiveness. Resolves inter-departmental operating problems.
• Direct and coordinate the implementation of policies and procedures in compliance with City Charter and ordinance requirements.
• May meet with employee, governmental, business, professional, civic and other groups to discuss, interpret and explain City/departmental policies, programs and objectives.
• May have City-wide responsibilities and authority over various broad areas.
• Establish and coordinate a variety of special projects.
• Serve as an advisor to the department director.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL:
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE:
Seven (7) years of administrative experience are required, with at least three of those years in a managerial capacity. A Master's degree may be substituted for two years of experience.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants that:

• Have previous leadership experience in adult learning and development
• Have HR certifications
• Enrollment/completion of a CLO post-graduate program

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION:
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 32

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.