The Director of Learning & Development is responsible for building and leading Ryan Fireprotection’s learning function from the ground up. This role will establish the strategy, structure, and systems needed to develop employee capability across all levels of the organization.

This position moves beyond traditional training by designing a modern, performance-driven learning environment that supports business growth, safety, and operational excellence. The Director of Learning & Development will create scalable, digital-first learning solutions that ensure employees have access to the right knowledge, at the right time, in the flow of their work.

Working across technical, operational, and corporate functions, this role will align learning initiatives with company priorities, supporting employee development, improving performance, and enabling long-term organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

Learning Strategy & Function Development

Build and lead Ryan Fireprotection’s Learning & Development function, establishing structure, processes, and long-term strategy
Develop a 12–24 month learning roadmap aligned with company growth, operational needs, and workforce development goals
Create scalable learning systems that support both field and office employees
Establish standards for content development, delivery, and continuous improvement

Performance-Based Learning Design

Design learning solutions that support real-world performance, not just course completion
Develop blended learning approaches including on-the-job training, digital learning, and instructor-led programs
Identify skill gaps using performance data and implement targeted learning solutions
Ensure learning programs support safety, compliance, productivity, and quality standards

Digital Learning & AI Integration

Implement modern learning technologies and tools to support scalable, efficient learning delivery
Integrate AI-enabled tools to support content development, knowledge access, and performance support
Ensure learning resources are easily accessible within the flow of work
Continuously evaluate and improve the learning technology ecosystem

Team Leadership & Development

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Learning & Development team
Provide coaching, direction, and development opportunities for internal team members and external partners
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability
Define roles, responsibilities, and growth paths within the L&D function

Stakeholder Partnership & Business Alignment

Partner with leadership across operations, sales, service, engineering, and corporate functions to identify learning needs
Translate business challenges into actionable learning strategies and solutions
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce capability and development
Support change initiatives, system rollouts, and process improvements through targeted learning efforts

Measurement & Continuous Improvement

Establish clear metrics to evaluate learning effectiveness based on business outcomes, not participation
Monitor and report on the impact of learning initiatives on performance, safety, and productivity
Ensure learning programs are consistent, scalable, and sustainable across all locations
Maintain compliance with regulatory, safety, and certification requirements where applicable

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or a related field
Proven experience building or scaling learning programs within a growing organization
Experience leading and developing a team
Strong understanding of performance-based learning and instructional design principles
Experience implementing digital learning platforms and modern learning technologies
Ability to align learning initiatives with business and operational goals
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or skilled trades environments
Familiarity with safety training standards and compliance-driven learning programs
Experience working in multi-location or rapidly growing organizations
Exposure to AI-enabled learning tools or modern digital learning strategies

Ryan Fireprotection, Inc.

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