About this Manager of Learning Programs role at Central Park Conservancy
Department: People and Culture
Reports to: Senior Director of Organization & Culture Development
Status: Full-Time/Exempt
About Central Park Conservancy
Central Park is one of the world's most famous and beloved public spaces. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858, the 843-acre Park was the country's first purpose-built public park and is a National Historic Landmark and a New York Scenic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of over $2 billion in the restoration of the Park, which now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.
The Conservancy is one of the largest and most successful public private partnerships in New York City and is considered a major civic institution given its impact on the health and vibrancy of both the Park and the City. The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an annual operating budget of $120 million.
Position Summary:
The Manager of Learning Programs supports the Senior Director of Organization & Culture Development with learning programs at the Conservancy. As a member of the People & Culture (P&C) team, this role is responsible for coordinating and managing training and programs that support overall staff retention and development at the Central Park Conservancy.
Essential Job Functions:
Manage learning offerings for the Park Operations Academy (e.g. School of Groundskeeping, School of Custodial Services).
Produce training materials and facilitate a multitude of trainings at the Conservancy (various types of manager and employee trainings).
Collaborate with leadership to refine and expand program offerings.
Research new training programs and courses and report on findings; communicate program information with managers and learners.
Perform administrative duties in support of training activities such as scheduling and tracking of attendance to trainings, liaising with outside consultants and external training providers to ensure that learners are enrolled; confirming course logistics with instructor(s); logging information into shared calendar.
Administer the defensive driving program, tracking certificates of completion, logging certificates into Workday, and following up with employees who require the training.
Deliver the Defensive Driving training to Conservancy employees; the Conservancy will support the Manager of Learning Programs with obtaining instructor certification if they do not hold it.
Assist with other responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field or equivalent combination of education or experience.
5-10 years of training, facilitation and events coordination experience;
Clear, effective communication skills; the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Instructional design experience preferred; proficiency with learning technology and learning management systems required.
Strong data development and analytical skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Salary range: $74K - $95,800 (based on level of experience)
This is an on-site position.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Central Park Conservancy’s work is guided by the belief that Central Park, and all public parks, must be managed and actively protected as an inclusive and democratic space for all.
Working closely with our New York City partners, we will always strive towards creating and sustaining a sense of belonging for all visitors and advocating for equitable and accessible public use of the Park.
In service of this belief, we are committed to fostering a workforce and organizational culture that is as diverse as Central Park itself and the dynamic city it serves.
Safety Requirements:
Establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment is the shared responsibility of this organization and employees at every level. The Conservancy will make every effort to assure a safe environment and follow federal, state, and local safety regulations. Employees are expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all their work activities. Accordingly, employees should be aware of any hazards which could cause an injury or accident (e.g., spills, obstacles in walkways, etc.). If an employee discovers a potentially dangerous condition, he/she/they should alert other employees and notify his/her/their supervisor immediately.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
