Learning and Development Senior Managing Consultant II; Program Manager

Location of Vacancy:
Athens, GA (Athens Campus). This is an in-person role.

Work schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm.

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The Learning & Development Senior Managing Consultant II (Program Manager) is a Training Professional II who facilitates learning experiences in‑person and/or virtually on a variety of career and leadership development topics. This role oversees program areas such as leadership cohort program, professional development learning circle, and/or thematic series of Learning & Development workshops. They are responsible for the coordination, logistics, materials creation, learning delivery, budget, and quality management of their program areas.

Level II serves a lead facilitator for L&D workshops and standard team retreats (e.g., Clifton Strengths, Goal‑Setting, etc.). They can lead discussions on more challenging topics but tend to serve as the co‑facilitators when a team requests involved a complex, individualized topic or internal conflict. Coaching and team retreats tend to focus on campus professionals, emerging leaders, and frontline supervisors/managers.

Level II requires knowledge and experience in instructional design and facilitation and is developing knowledge of individual, team, and program needs assessment and evaluation. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable and adept in the latest adult learning and professional development methods and strategies, skilled at facilitating for a wide scope of audiences, able to work interdependently in a team environment, and have genuine enthusiasm for supporting professional development and lifelong learning at the University of Georgia.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

• Master's Degree
• Coaching Certification

UGA Core Competencies

• Adaptability
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Communicates Effectively
• Project Management (Critical Thinking / Process Improvement)
• Ability to work autonomously

Performance Competencies

• Needs Assessment
• Curriculum Development
• Facilitation
• Evaluation
• Knowledge of adult learning theories and current L&D trends

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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