Director of Talent Development

At Extra Space Storage, what matters to you, matters to us! Join a company that cares about you.  

It is an exciting time to be at Extra Space. We have been featured on multiple "Best Places to Work" awards, including Forbes and Glassdoor. We’re an S&P 500 company that hasn’t stopped growing since our founding in 1977. Today we are leading the self-storage industry in more ways than one, but in order to maintain this lead, we need exceptionally motivated, capable, and driven people like you. Self-storage is our product, helping people is our passion. Come grow with the largest self-storage company in the world and find out why so many of our employees recommend us as a great place to work.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Talent Development to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the strategic development and implementation of talent management programs that align with our organizational goals. This role requires a passionate leader who can foster a culture of continuous learning, growth, and excellence within our workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Strategy and Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent development strategy that supports the company's business objectives and growth plans.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify key talent needs and create succession planning frameworks.

• Analyze workforce trends and metrics to inform strategic decisions on talent development initiatives.

Learning and Development

• Design and implement innovative learning programs, including leadership development, technical training, and soft skills enhancement.

• Oversee the creation and delivery of training materials, e-learning modules, and workshops that cater to diverse learning styles.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make data-driven adjustments to enhance outcomes.

Performance Management

• Lead the development and execution of performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback mechanisms.

• Provide coaching and support to managers and employees to foster a high-performance culture.

• Ensure alignment of performance management practices with overall talent development strategies.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in talent development, learning and development, or a related HR function, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing talent management programs in a corporate environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and measure program effectiveness.

• Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS) and other HR technology platforms.

We pride ourselves on hiring top talent and provide the following benefits and more: 

• Well defined career paths 

• Great work/life balance and hybrid work schedule 

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending (FSA) 

• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short- & Long-Term Disability 

• 401K with company match after 90 days of service 

• Holiday pay and paid time off 

• Extensive wellness program and various employee discount programs 

• Personal health advocate 

• On-site fitness center 

• Free soda, coffee, and snacks all day every day and much, much more!