Arena Careers

DEPARTMENT: People Operations

JOB STATUS: Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: People Operations Director

AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occassional

LOCATION: Remote

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: None

WHO WE ARE:

Red Wine & Blue is a national community of over 600,000 diverse suburban women working together to defeat extremism, one friend at a time (The Washington Post got it right with this profile: ‘Blue’ suburban moms are mobilizing to counter conservatives). We are seeking a Learning & Development Manager to help us continue growing into the kind of workplace we believe in: one where people feel welcomed, supported, and inspired to do their best work. You’ll design the learning experiences that shape our culture, strengthen our systems, and develop the leaders we need to meet this moment—and the ones ahead.

WHO YOU ARE: You are equal parts strategist and nurturer. You understand that learning isn’t just about skills—it’s about people feeling seen, equipped, and confident enough to thrive. You geek out over adult learning models and beautifully organized onboarding workflows, but you also know that the real magic happens when people feel like they belong.

You approach learning & development with empathy and clarity, and you’re not afraid to lead conversations about equity, feedback, and leadership with care and conviction. You’re someone who listens deeply, adapts quickly, and genuinely enjoys partnering with others to make things better. You believe that the ‘how’ of doing the work is just as important as the work itself.

This role does not directly supervise any team member(s), and reports to the People Operations Director. It is a full-time, remote position that can be performed from anywhere in one of 14 current operating states (CA, CA, GA, IL, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA) or Washington, DC. You must currently live in one of these states. Occasional travel is required for in-person meetings and all-staff gatherings.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Onboarding & Orientation

• Own and continuously improve a consistent, values-aligned onboarding process for all new hires
• Collaborate with hiring managers to ensure role-specific onboarding plans are clear and complete
• Develop & Manage the 30/60/90-day check-in process and make adjustments based on feedback
• Update and maintain onboarding resources that help new staff understand our tools, policies, and culture

Training Coordination & Delivery

• Lead the design and facilitation of internal trainings on systems, tools, and organizational processes
• Partner with department leads to ensure training content is relevant, accurate, and accessible
• Maintain and organize all training materials and manage updates in BambooHR or other platforms

Culture & DEI Integration

• Embed DEI and belonging principles into all aspects of training content and delivery
• Plan and facilitate periodic learning sessions that support team culture and value
• Assess and improve trainings for accessibility and inclusivity

Staff Development Support

• Manage the ongoing Leadership Cohort to support manager development, peer learning, and the application of shared leadership practices across the organization.
• Facilitate workshops for team members and people managers on core skills such as communication, feedback, and collaboration
• Support professional development planning by coordinating learning opportunities and resources

Program Oversight & Improvement

• Manage the internal training calendar and organize lunch & learns or peer learning events
• Track participation, gather feedback, and analyze data to improve training outcomes
• Stay up to date on best practices in L&D, adult learning, and inclusive training design
• Support cross-functional people operations projects and assist with special initiatives as needed
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’VE GOT:

• Learning & Development Experience: You have at least 5 years of professional experience with at least 3 years of experience in training or learning & development (L&D), with some experience supporting DEI learning or integration highly preferred. You have a deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and anti-racism beyond as more than a concept, but as a pillar in how to conduct business. You are grounded in a people-centered approach to how you do all aspects of your work, and that does not waver.
• Communications: Strong interpersonal communication and the ability to manage difficult conversations with grace and ease. You have strong written and verbal communication, and some experience in curriculum design is a plus.
• Relationship Builder: You have the ability to build relationships and create welcoming learning environments for a wide range of staff.
• Inclusive - You can work effectively with people regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, political background or job type.
• Flexible - You are comfortable navigating sometimes ambiguous work with competing priorities. You are nimble and can effectively shift focus when the need arises.
• Organized & Productive -You have the ability to radically prioritize tasks and plan your days to meet goals, and you can thoughtfully and strategically help others learn to do the same. You are highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through
• Growth Mindset - You have the ability to fail fast and win fast because you know that we learn as much from failure as we do success. You are not afraid to take risks, think outside the box, and give or receive feedback.
• Playfully Passionate: Your ability to get sh*t done is accompanied by your love for fun. You understand that we can do serious work without taking ourselves too seriously.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Mission-Driven Work: Red Wine & Blue offers the opportunity to be a part of a movement fighting for democracy and social change.
• Remote & Flexible: All Red Wine & Blue staff members work remotely, running virtual operations nationally and on the ground in five states. Candidates who reside in one of our current 13 operating states (CA, CO, GA, IL, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA) or Washington, DC, are encouraged to apply. Please note: Washington, D.C. applicants must live within the District of Columbia. We are not considering applicants from the surrounding metropolitan area.
• Generous Time Off: RWB offers a robust time-off package that includes paid vacation, paid sick time, paid federal holidays, and additional organization-wide breaks, such as a full week for Thanksgiving and a winter break each year. Full-time employees receive a generous combination of PTO, sick time, and paid holidays designed to support rest, wellness, and work–life balance.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 and commensurate with related experience. We take pay equity seriously and work hard to ensure our team members are paid fairly regardless of their gender, race, or other demographic backgrounds. In addition to a competitive salary, we cover 75% of employee medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. RWB offers an up to 4% employer match on retirement plans, and new employees are eligible after 90 days of employment.

We strongly encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, non-binary candidates, and LGBTQIA candidates to apply.

Like what you see? Interested candidates should submit their application here. Just send us your resume and a cover letter describing why you are specifically interested in the work Red Wine & Blue is doing. We’re not your average organization, so don’t hold back—tell us why you’d love being part of this wonderful and impactful crew. Get creative, be yourself, and most importantly—have fun with it!

The selection process for this role will include a screening call, one-on-one interview with the hiring manager, a work sample, and finally, a panel interview. We anticipate the process could take up to 60 days from screening to start date.

If you have questions regarding the posted position, please email [email protected].