Senior Director, Learning and Professional Development

Are you a strategic learning leader passionate about driving workforce transformation across a multi-campus higher education network Join the San Francisco Bay Region Network (SFBRN) as the inaugural Senior Director of Learning and Professional Development leading the design delivery and evaluation of programs that build skills foster cultural integration and prepare employees for the work of the future. This executive leadership role will shape how thousands of staff across three universities adapt to change develop professionally and thrive in a collaborative network environment.

This position is open to current CSU employees only and will be located at one of the three participating campuses: San Francisco State University Sonoma State University or California State University East Bay.

Chancellors Office Statement

The CSU Chancellors Office located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach is the headquarters for the nations largest and most diverse system of higher education.

Organization Statement

The San Francisco Bay Region Network (SFBRN) provides integrated cost-efficient administrative and transactional services to California State University East Bay (CSUEB) San Francisco State University (SFSU) and Sonoma State University (SSU). By delivering shared services across three campuses the Network enables collaboration efficiency and innovation that supports student success and operational excellence across the region.

Salary

The anticipated salary range is between $155000 to $180000 per year commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Classification

Administrator III

Work Arrangements

This position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and includes flexibility for hybrid work with regular travel across the three Network universities to support operational and collaborative needs.

Premium Benefits

Comprehensive health dental and vision benefits

Generous vacation plan and 15 paid holidays annually

Tuition waiver program for employees and eligible family members

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Professional development support and opportunities for regional and systemwide collaboration

Position Information

The SFBRN is seeking a Senior Director of Learning and Professional Development (Upskilling Lead) to provide strategic leadership for workforce transformation and organizational learning. Reporting to the Vice President of Regional Network Transformation this role leads the Learning & Development team and serves as the executive advisor for professional development change management and upskilling efforts across the Network.

The Senior Director will ensure that staff are prepared motivated and equipped to adapt to new processes technologies and organizational models as the Network is implemented and expanded. This leader will foster a Network mindset that prioritizes service delivery for 3 campuses. This leader will also represent the Network at CSU systemwide initiatives and play a central role in cultivating an inclusive innovative and service-oriented culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership (40%): Develop and implement a comprehensive L&D strategy aligned with Network priorities; lead upskilling and cultural integration initiatives; anticipate workforce trends and support talent management strategies.
• Program Delivery & Evaluation (20%): Oversee in-person virtual and blended learning programs; leverage AI and automation for training development and evaluation; track outcomes and report impact to Network leadership.
• Stakeholder Engagement (5%): Collaborate with HR leaders unions and CSU systemwide partners; build external partnerships; advise senior leadership on learning trends.
• Leadership & Supervision (20%): Lead mentor and develop the L&D team; manage budgets vendors and resources; foster an inclusive engaged team culture.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement (5%): Champion digital transformation emerging technologies and creative solutions for L&D.
• Communications & Training (5%): Oversee development of training documentation; ensure transparent communications and consistency across the three universities.
• Equity Diversity and Inclusion (5%): Advance organizational values by promoting equity integrity service and accountability in all aspects of leadership.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in education organizational development HR development instructional design instructional technology educational leadership business administration public administration psychology communication sociology or a related field (required).
• Masters degree preferred.
• In lieu of a degree a minimum of five (5) years of experience overseeing learning and professional development initiatives.

Experience

• 10 years of progressively responsible experience leading the design execution and evaluation of organization-wide learning and development strategies (required).
• 8 years of experience managing mentoring and developing L&D teams or cross-functional groups (required).
• 8 years of experience partnering with senior leaders faculty and staff to assess needs and deliver solutions (required).
• 5 years of experience in higher education multi-campus systems or similarly complex public sector organizations (preferred).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to design and implement organization-wide learning strategies aligned with institutional goals.
• Expertise in adult learning theory curriculum development and instructional design methodologies.
• Deep knowledge of relevant HR administrative laws regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects set priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change management initiatives including digital transformations or implementation of new learning modalities fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Ability to use data to assess program effectiveness identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of universal design (UDL) principles and web accessibility standards (e.g. Section 508) including experience working with accessibility tools.
• Proven understanding of how to implement and leverage Learning Management Systems (LMS) virtual learning tools and emerging educational technologies.
• Familiarity with the unique needs challenges and regulatory requirements of higher education institutions. (preferred).

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by October 17 2025. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click Apply Now to complete the California State University Chancellors Office online employment application.

For questions regarding this search please contact:
A.J. Dale Assistant Director Systemwide Talent Acquisitionat

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at .

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy it is strongly recommended that all Chancellors Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position and on an annual basis complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University Office of the Chancellor as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellors Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.