Requisition ID: 

47364

Work Location: 

Human Resources – Municipal Center

Pay Range: 

A.16, $76,401.40 – $118,422.17

Starting Salary: 

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule: 

Monday-Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Part Time Hours/Wk: 

Job Open Date: 

2/12/26

Application Deadline: 

Job Duties:

The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Learning and Development Human Resource Manager to lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of citywide training programs. This pivotal role supervises a team of Talent Development Partners, develops curriculum that serves our organization and each other, utilizes innovative learning technologies, and ensures our workforce has the tools to successfully navigate the future of municipal work.

As a strategic Learning and Development HR Manager, you will:

• Design, curate, and deliver engaging, results-driven learning content (soft skills, technical skills, compliance, onboarding, and leadership etc.) in in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats.
• Lead curriculum and instructional design processes to align learning initiatives with department, citywide, and individual development needs.
• Oversee Learning Management Systems (LMS) and related platforms, driving usability, optimization, and accessibility in a multi-user environment.
• Coordinate the evaluation and review of existing training classes and programs and suggest enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning, and retention.
• Provide guidance and counseling to employees seeking career development through education and training to assist employees in taking the proper courses.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support workforce development strategy, succession planning, and citywide learning initiatives.
• Support strategic planning and budgeting; prepare cost-benefit analyses and identify mandatory cost reductions with related service-delivery impact.
• Represent the Human Resources division in cross-departmental initiatives, ensuring alignment with City policy and the dynamic needs of the workforce.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in instructional design, program delivery, and talent management, with a passion for developing people and driving organizational success. There is exceptional interest in a candidate that is a demonstrated analytical thinker and innovative learning professional, deeply committed to helping others grow.   This person thrives in fast-paced environments, collaborates effectively with diverse stakeholders, and brings a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to every challenge.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the learning experiences of thousands of City employees and make a lasting impact. Be a catalyst for change in a workplace that values innovation, and continuous growth.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

Drive Workforce Excellence Citywide and Apply Today!

This position is open until filled. The first review of applications will occur at the two-week mark following the posting date. Applications received by that date will receive initial consideration for interviews. Additional applications may be reviewed as needed until the position is filled.

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Human-Resources-Manager-02334.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.003951.7.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus six (6) years of experience utilizing the required knowledge skills, and abilities, or any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to ten (10) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Additional Requirements:

• DMV Transcript:  Not Required
• CDL:  Not Required                                      
• DOT History:  Not Required                                                
• CPS Check:  Not Required
• Physical:  Not Required   
• Respirator:  Not Required
• Polygraph Review:  Not Required
• Psychological Screening:  Not Required
  

Attachments Required: 

Preferences:

• Two years exp supervising trainers, development partners or similar professional staff
  
• Exp designing curriculum; instructional design for workforce development
  
• CPTD (Certified Professional in Talent Development)
  
• Familiarity with LMS, associated integrations with other HRM modules, and relative reporting
  
• Masters Degree (Adult Education, Instruction and Curriculum Design, Instructional Technology, Organi
  
• Experience evaluating training/learning programs, data analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives

Special Instructions:

• Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting. 
• Your responses to any “Supplemental Questions”, if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution:   All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.  

Drug Free Workplace:  The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.