Director of Learning & Development

Job Description: • Develop and implement a multi-year learning and development strategy aligned with AmeriVet’s growth objectives, focusing on clinical development for DVMs, support staff skills, and leadership capability-building. • Partner with the COO and CMO to define clinical education priorities, ensuring learning initiatives are directly tied to improving practice capacity and patient care. • Oversee the creation and deployment of scalable, multi-modal learning programs (in-person, virtual, and digital) that meet the needs of a geographically dispersed workforce. • Establish clinical pathways, career development frameworks, and leadership training programs to improve retention, readiness, and engagement. • Integrate best practices in adult learning, clinical simulation, leadership development, and emerging technologies (LMS, mobile learning, microlearning, etc.). • Partner with People & Culture leaders to design and enhance AmeriVet’s performance management framework, ensuring clear alignment between individual goals, development plans, and organizational objectives. • Build and scale leadership development initiatives for practice managers, regional leaders, and future executives to strengthen AmeriVet’s leadership pipeline. • Provide tools, resources, and coaching to help leaders effectively develop, evaluate, and retain their teams. • Build strong relationships with senior leaders, practice managers, and hospital teams to secure buy-in and adoption of training and performance initiatives. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. • 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in Learning & Development, Performance Management, or Organizational Development, preferably within veterinary, healthcare, or other multi-site industries. • Deep knowledge of instructional design, adult learning theory, leadership development, and clinical education models. • Strong track record of influencing and collaborating with senior leaders (COO, CMO, or equivalent) to shape strategy and drive adoption. • Experience designing scalable programs for a multi-state, multi-site workforce. • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and modern digital learning platforms. • Exceptional communication, facilitation, and change leadership skills. • Passion for veterinary medicine, professional development, and building capacity to serve more pets and clients. Benefits: • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job