Full-Time

Senior Talent Development Specialist

Posted on 5/9/2026

GuideStone

GuideStone

501-1,000 employees

Financial solutions for churches and ministries

No salary listed

Dallas, TX, USA

Hybrid

Category
People & HR (1)
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in talent development, learning design, facilitation, or related field
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business, or equivalent work experience
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating learning programs for adult learners
  • Strong working knowledge of instructional design methods, learning technologies, and blended learning approaches
  • Proven ability to translate development needs into engaging, practical, and effective learning solutions
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and learning initiatives with strong organization and attention to detail
  • Proficient skills in MS Office and appropriate GuideStone system applications
  • Must maintain complete confidentiality regarding GuideStone business matters
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and facilitate learning solutions across a variety of formats, including instructor-led training, digital sessions, and blended learning experiences
  • Apply adult learning principles to create engaging, practical, and learner-centered development experiences
  • Adapt and refine program content, materials, and session flow based on participant feedback, evaluation data, and business needs
  • Design and implement assigned learning programs, establishing content, preparing materials, session delivery, and participant engagement
  • Partner with subject matter experts and facilitators to co-design content and ensure learning objectives are met
  • Serve as a trusted facilitator and learning partner for employees and leaders
  • Design and administer evaluations, surveys, and feedback mechanisms to assess learning effectiveness
  • Analyze learning data and insights to recommend improvements to content, delivery methods, and learning journeys
  • Contribute to ongoing enhancements of enterprise learning programs and experiences
  • Recommend program enhancements based on enterprise skills and competency needs
  • Support LMS functionality through course setup, reporting, and learner support
  • Coordinate with Talent Development team members to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment across learning initiatives
  • Collaborate with HR Business Partners and leaders to understand development needs and support targeted solutions

GuideStone serves churches, ministries, faith-aligned institutions and Christian households by providing retirement, insurance and investment solutions aligned with biblical values. Its products work by offering financial services tailored to ministry needs, helping individuals start well, stay well and finish well, and supporting programs like Mission:Dignity that assist retired ministers and widows. The company differentiates itself through a faith-based mission, a long history since 1918, and a focus on integrity, heart and skill to serve those who serve the Lord. Its goal is to enhance financial security and resilience for believers in ministry, so every servant of Christ finishes well.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$190K

Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

Founded

1918

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What believers are saying

  • GSIS selected to manage $500 million WatersEdge ministry assets.
  • Expanded to 23,800 sq ft in Farmers Branch by January 2025.
  • Launched Impact Equity and Bond Funds for values-aligned investing.

What critics are saying

  • SBC membership decline shrinks ministers' retirement product demand.
  • Eventide Gilead Fund outperforms GuideStone by 15% annualized.
  • Abuse scandals bankrupt SBC churches, cut $12M insurance revenue.

What makes GuideStone unique

  • GuideStone Funds manages $22.6 billion as largest faith-based mutual fund family.
  • GSIS exclusively advises Christian nonprofits with $3 billion OCIO assets.
  • Mission:Dignity supports Southern Baptist ministers' retirement needs uniquely.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Tuition Reimbursement

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sick Leave

Remote Work Options

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