Leadership Development Specialist

. Facilitate experiential leadership development programs, workshops, and cohort-based learning experiences for frontline leaders, senior executives, and high-potential talent .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leadership development, adult learning principles, and group facilitation while leveraging learning technologies to enhance training effectiveness. Capable of designing and delivering impactful leadership programs that align with organizational priorities and foster a psychologically safe learning environment.

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Leadership DevelopmentAdult Learning PrinciplesGroup FacilitationLearning Management SystemsCoaching Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Leadership DevelopmentAdult Learning PrinciplesGroup FacilitationCoachingTraining Program DeliveryProgram DesignAssessment AnalysisBehavior Change TechniquesSimulation DesignFeedback Analysis

Soft Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingAdaptabilityCommunicationPeer Learning Facilitation

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management SystemsDigital Learning PlatformsFeedback ToolsAssessment ToolsWorkshop Toolkits

Certifications & Qualifications

REAL IDTSA-Approved Alternative

Industry Keywords

Experiential LearningLeadership EffectivenessOrganizational DevelopmentCohort-Based LearningPsychologically Safe Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate experiential leadership development programs, workshops, and cohort-based learning experiences for frontline leaders, senior executives, and high-potential talent
Create psychologically safe learning environments that foster reflection, peer learning, behavior change, and leadership effectiveness
Lead complex leadership discussions and connect learning to business challenges and organizational priorities
Guide learners through simulations, case studies, assessments, and reflective exercises
Adapt facilitation to participant needs, group dynamics, organizational context, and program objectives
Use coaching, questioning, and active listening to deepen self-awareness, critical thinking, accountability, and development
Serve as primary point of contact and advocate for assigned leadership cohorts
Diagnose leadership and performance development needs and recommend targeted solutions and interventions
Design, develop, and continuously improve leadership workshops, toolkits, learning resources, and participant materials
Analyze learner feedback, participation data, assessment results, and program metrics to improve learning experiences
Leverage learning technologies and digital platforms to deliver, manage, and scale leadership development
Build organizational partnerships and connect leadership initiatives to enterprise priorities and strategic outcomes
Model WM's values and leadership expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Business, Marketing, Human Resources or Education OR High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four years of relevant experience
5 years of relevant work experience delivering and facilitating training programs (in addition to education requirement)
5 years of experience with learning management systems and creating reports
Expertise in leadership development, adult learning, coaching, and group facilitation
Experience applying leadership theory, adult learning principles, coaching methodologies, and group dynamics
Experience with learning technologies and digital platforms
Occasional travel may be required
Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for air travel or federal property access

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Stock purchase plan
Company matching on a 401(k)
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Personal days
Competitive total compensation package
REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative for business travel, if required