Director, Leadership & Talent Development

Job Title

Director, Leadership & Talent Development

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Division of Human Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Director of Leadership and Talent Development in the Division of Human Resources. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

The Director of Leadership and Talent Development at Tarleton State University, under general direction, leads initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and leadership capacity across the institution. This role ensures alignment with Tarleton’s mission of fostering academic excellence and community impact by managing special projects and developing programs that support faculty and staff growth. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Position is located on the main campus in Stephenville, Texas with work hours of Monday to Friday; 8AM to 5PM or as work requirements indicate. Remote/Hybrid work options are available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Align with Tarleton’s Strategic Plan: Develop departmental goals and objectives that directly support Tarleton’s vision for student success, innovation, and inclusive excellence.

• Assess Campus Needs: Collaborate with colleges and administrative units to identify professional development opportunities that enhance teaching, research, and service.

• Promote a Culture of Learning: Lead change management efforts to embed continuous learning and leadership development into Tarleton’s organizational culture.

• Design Targeted Programs: Create training and leadership development initiatives tailored to Tarleton’s academic and administrative environment, including programs for emerging leaders and faculty chairs.

• Foster Engagement: Provide opportunities for faculty and staff to grow professionally, reinforcing Tarleton’s commitment to being a great place to work and learn.

• Leverage Technology: Manage learning platforms and tools to deliver high-quality training experiences across Tarleton’s campuses and online environments.

• Maintain Curriculum Quality: Ensure all development programs reflect best practices in higher education leadership and are regularly updated to meet evolving institutional needs.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ten years of related experience, including three years in a supervisory role

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in leadership, organizational development, strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include customer needs assessments, meeting quality standards of services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Preferred

Familiarity with leadership development in academic environments.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across university stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The target base annual salary is commensurate and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees. Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.