Who we are:

At the nonprofit Urban Institute, we believe in the power of evidence to improve lives and strengthen communities. Our employees are empowered to open minds, shape decisions and offer solutions. We encourage intellectual honesty, innovation, diversity, and mutual respect, and our analysis elevates the debate, wherever it takes place.

Urban’s greatest asset is our people. We strive to attract and cultivate a vibrant, creative, and diverse community.  Our employees drive Urban’s mission through entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, effective communication, results-orientation, and relationship cultivation.  Our success depends on engaging individuals who possess and value these attributes.

How you’ll contribute:

Urban’s Human Resources Office seeks a director, talent development, responsible for leading the design, execution, and facilitation of onboarding, mentoring, and core skills trainings, as well as supporting and administering Urban’s performance management processes and career pathways framework and competencies. The director will report directly to the vice president of human resources will supervise, coach, and lead the Talent Development team.  Successful candidates will have demonstrated their ability to fulfill the role by working collaboratively to build strong relationships, being meticulous, and demonstrating an understanding of organizational needs and strategies.

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