Leadership Development Strategist & Facilitator
Apply NowCompany: National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Location: Golden, CO 80401
Description:
Posting Title
Leadership Development Strategist & Facilitator
Location
CO - Golden
Position Type
Regular
Hours Per Week
40
Working at NREL
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.
Join the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NREL stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.
At NREL, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.
Learn about NREL's critical objectives: NREL's Mission and Vision.
Job Description
NREL's Learning & Organizational Development team is seeking a full-time, in-house Succession & Leadership Development Program Leader to support NREL's growth and development. This role combines elements of strategy, facilitation and consulting to provide a holistic approach to succession planning and leadership development for a hybrid workforce, while demonstrating flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs.
The Succession & Leadership Development Program Leader will be responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of leadership and succession development programs across the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). This individual will oversee the identification and development of high-potential talent, ensure alignment with organizational leadership competencies, and deliver impactful leadership and professional development initiatives to employees. The role will involve close collaboration with the Learning & Organizational Development team, senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and external leadership development partners to drive managerial and leadership effectiveness at all levels.
Led by the Manager of Learning & Organizational Development, the team is highly collaborative, utilizing each person's unique experience to consult and deliver development and leadership solutions for the Lab. This role will be hybrid, spending part of the week on NREL's Golden, Colorado campus.
Responsibilities:
Succession Program Management:
Leadership Development:
Program Facilitation and Coaching:
Competency Development and Assessment:
External Partnerships and Continuous Improvement:
Other Duties as Assigned:
Basic Qualifications
Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant PhD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant JD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. Considered internal subject matter expert. Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Excellent leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs.
* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)
Job Profile: Professional IV / Annual Salary Range: $97,800 - $176,000
NREL takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits Summary
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short*- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement*. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.
* Based on eligibility rules
Badging Requirement
NREL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.
Drug Free Workplace
NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.
If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Reasonable Accommodations
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Leadership Development Strategist & Facilitator
Location
CO - Golden
Position Type
Regular
Hours Per Week
40
Working at NREL
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.
Join the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NREL stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.
At NREL, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.
Learn about NREL's critical objectives: NREL's Mission and Vision.
Job Description
NREL's Learning & Organizational Development team is seeking a full-time, in-house Succession & Leadership Development Program Leader to support NREL's growth and development. This role combines elements of strategy, facilitation and consulting to provide a holistic approach to succession planning and leadership development for a hybrid workforce, while demonstrating flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs.
The Succession & Leadership Development Program Leader will be responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of leadership and succession development programs across the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). This individual will oversee the identification and development of high-potential talent, ensure alignment with organizational leadership competencies, and deliver impactful leadership and professional development initiatives to employees. The role will involve close collaboration with the Learning & Organizational Development team, senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and external leadership development partners to drive managerial and leadership effectiveness at all levels.
Led by the Manager of Learning & Organizational Development, the team is highly collaborative, utilizing each person's unique experience to consult and deliver development and leadership solutions for the Lab. This role will be hybrid, spending part of the week on NREL's Golden, Colorado campus.
Responsibilities:
Succession Program Management:
- Lead the identification and assessment process for successors, ensuring clear timelines and processes.
- Own the development program for leaders at all levels, focusing on nurturing talent for key leadership roles.
- Implement development plans that align with NREL's strategic priorities and future leadership needs.
Leadership Development:
- Deliver high-impact leadership and professional development courses to NREL employees across various leader levels, adapting content and approach based on audience needs.
- Act as the emcee and facilitator for leadership and professional development programs.
- Roll out and integrate NREL's Leadership Competencies into existing programs, including performance management, interview processes, and training initiatives.
- Facilitate Managing at NREL for new and emerging leaders 3-4 times annually, fostering leadership growth and succession readiness, and provide backup support to other team members.
- Partner with Learning & Organizational Development team members to leverage Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) materials in enhancing leadership skills laboratory-wide, while staying current on industry trends and best practices.
Program Facilitation and Coaching:
- Facilitate in-person and virtual leadership development experiences, with a focus on high-potential talent (approximately 30% of time).
- Debrief 360 feedback and other assessments results in conjunction with leadership development programs.
- Manage NREL's participation in Battelle and National Laboratory development programs, including overseeing the nomination process for participants.
Competency Development and Assessment:
- Identify key leadership competencies and conduct assessments to evaluate and enhance leadership capabilities across the organization.
- Develop and deliver team-building workshops and exercises aimed at improving team and leadership performance.
External Partnerships and Continuous Improvement:
- Establish and maintain external partnerships for leadership coaching and development.
- Drive consistency in leadership language, models, and tools across all leadership development programs to ensure a unified approach to leadership growth.
- Continuously evaluate leadership programs to ensure alignment with the CCL 70/20/10 development model and NREL's strategic objectives.
Other Duties as Assigned:
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall success of the L&OD team and organizational objectives.
- Support ad-hoc HR initiatives and special projects beyond the succession planning and leadership development functions.
Basic Qualifications
Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant PhD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant JD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. Considered internal subject matter expert. Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Excellent leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs.
* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
- Experience facilitating personality and style assessments, ideally using Insights Discovery.
- Experience facilitating 360 assessments and debriefs with senior leaders. CCL Benchmarks preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)
Job Profile: Professional IV / Annual Salary Range: $97,800 - $176,000
NREL takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits Summary
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short*- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement*. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.
* Based on eligibility rules
Badging Requirement
NREL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.
Drug Free Workplace
NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.
If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Reasonable Accommodations
E-Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.