Job Description

Requisition Number: 68340

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​      

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​ At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

​ Come break through with us.  

The global Human Resource (HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers a workforce that is Corning's competitive differentiator in the global marketplace.

HR provides service offerings that align solutions to business challenges by ensuring the programs are Effective, Efficient, Global, Scaleable, and Repeatable.  Corning’s Values are operationalized by the HR Function through the facilitation of Talent Management offerings, as well as programs and processes that aid in making Corning’s Values visible.

Role Purpose

The Director, Talent Development is responsible for leading learning and leadership development for Corning employees and leaders worldwide. This position manages a team and is a key thought leader and advisor to senior leadership on talent development, organizational upskilling and learning innovations. This position reports to Corning’s VP, Talent Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute an impactful Talent Development strategy aligned with Corning’s business priorities, growth trajectory, and global workforce needs.
  • Design future-focused learning and leadership development solutions that are adaptive, business-relevant, and integrated in the flow of work.
  • Partner closely with the business to orchestrate learning for our 50,000 employees across all geographies, roles, specialties and tenures, evolving rapidly with the business needs
• Drive innovation across the function in response to emerging trends or business needs.
  • Leverage innovative delivery methods, from in-person programs and virtual training to cutting-edge digital platforms, to maximize reach, engagement, and behavioral change.
  • Integrate advanced technologies such as AI, immersive learning, and analytics to enhance learning impact, as well as speed and efficiency
• Develop learning experiences leveraging the full breadth of learning modes, while operating with efficiency and scalability
  • Design development initiatives for all employees, including employees in plants, internal functions, and technical subject-matter experts.
  • Demonstrate measurable improvements in capability development, employee engagement, and organizational performance
  • Redefine how and where we meet our learners to develop core skills, expertise and emerging capabilities in high-priority areas such as AI, analytics, and innovation.
• Lead global team of learning professionals with strong business understanding, deep expertise and knowledge in all aspects of adult learning

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Impact: Proven experience in a senior Talent Development or Learning leadership role with an ability to deliver in a global and matrixed environment with a diverse workforce   
• Strategic Vision: Deep understanding of business needs and priorities and how to continuously develop talent in a dynamic environment
• Collaborative Leadership: Strong ability to work with senior stakeholders, lead global team, and align diverse perspectives.
• Data-Driven Approach: Skilled in leveraging data and analytics to identify development needs, measure impact, refine programs, and drive continuous improvement.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Advanced degree in Organizational Development, Learning & Development, Human Resources, Business, or related fields.

Location: Corning, NY or Charlotte, NC

Travel: 10%

Team Size: 10 (plus indirect team in regions)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $172,964.00 - $237,826.00assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.     
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .

Job Tags

Full time, Remote job, Worldwide,

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