Leadership Development Specialist

Job Summary

The Leadership Development Specialist is a key partner in cultivating a strong leadership culture across the organization. This role supports leadership development strategies that align with organizational goals. Through targeted programming, coaching, and collaboration with departmental leaders, this position supports the growth of current and emerging leaders and reinforces organizational values. This role supports a capable leadership pipeline and ensures the organization is equipped with agile leaders prepared to meet both current and future challenges.

Supervises the Following Positions

Positions: N/A

Physical Requirements

• The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
• Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.
• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
• May have to handle emergency situations.
• May be subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.
• May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.
• Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):
  • Sitting- Frequently
  • Walking- Frequently
  • Standing- Frequently
  • Bending-Occasionally
  • Squatting- Occasionally
  • Climbing-Occasionally
  • Kneeling-Occasionally
  • Twisting-Occasionally

Visual and Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes with pets. Works in various conditions.

Performance: Essential Functions

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Develops, implements, and continuously improves leadership development programs and training workshops across all levels, supporting new and established leaders.
• Facilitates leadership training sessions using dynamic delivery methods (workshops, roundtables, virtual platforms, etc.).
• Assists with the design and adaptation of training materials, handouts, and e-learning modules in collaboration with Human Resources, Staff Development, and other leadership stakeholders.
• Coordinates logistics for training sessions, including scheduling rooms, setting up equipment, and preparing all necessary resources.
• Collaborates with Human Resources and Leadership to identify developmental opportunities and creates curriculum to support leadership development and growth.
• Evaluates program impact and effectiveness using data-driven methods (surveys, feedback, performance trends) and reports this data to appropriate leadership.
• Maintains accurate training records
• Collaborates with Human Resources, Staff Development, and Departmental leadership to ensure training programs align with Shannon’s mission, vision, and values.
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning, feedback, and accountability aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
• Supports the onboarding and integration of new leaders to accelerate their impact and cultural alignment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree in education, organizational development, business, leadership or related field
• Preferred
  • Master’s degree in a related field

Experience:

• Required
  • Experience teaching, or conducting training sessions for leadership audiences
• Preferred
  • Three to five years of experience in teaching, training, leadership development, talent management, or organizational development.
  • Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills
  • Proven ability to assess leadership competencies and align development efforts with strategic business needs
  • Comfortable leveraging data and feedback tools to inform leadership development decisions

Certification/Licensure: N/A