VP, Training & Development

Redwood Credit Union is looking for a Vice President of Educational Development who will lead the Educational Development team, focusing on organizational development and training. This role will drive strategies that align with the mission and vision of Redwood Credit Union (RCU), supporting a high-performance culture that fosters employee empowerment, growth, and an exceptional team member experience. The VP will collaborate closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that RCU’s workforce is engaged, developed, and aligned with organizational goals.

 

o Lead the development and execution of employee training, leadership development, that drive high performance and a culture of continuous learning.

o Advise the Leadership Team on the impact of new programs, strategies, and regulatory actions, ensuring alignment with RCU’s mission to attract, motivate, and retain top talent.

o Actively participate in long-term strategic planning to integrate employee development into RCU's business goals.

o Participate in community events, volunteer boards, and professional associations.

o Lead the Educational Development team, set clear goals, manage performance, and ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.

o Develop and track meaningful metrics to measure the impact of organizational performance and productivity.

o Create and implement comprehensive leadership and professional development programs that align with RCU’s business goals and enhance team member skills and capabilities.

o Deliver ongoing leadership and management training programs to support personnel planning and management across the leadership team.

o Design and implement development programs that address competency gaps and enhance career growth, succession planning, and organizational learning.

o Manage the budget for Educational & Development departments, ensuring efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality programs.

o Oversee the development and negotiation of contracts with external vendors and consultants, ensuring that services meet RCU’s needs and standards.

o Lead continuous improvement efforts in training, ensuring they evolve to meet changing business needs and industry standards.

 

 

At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad.

 

As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all.