Mgr Org Development - RR Training

BNSF Railway Training Manager

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation's freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Job Location : Overland Park

Other Potential Locations : Overland Park, KS

Anticipated Start Date : 01 / 12 / 2026

Number of Positions : 1

Salary Range : $105,210 - $116,900

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Safety is a core value at BNSF, and our safety vision is to operate the railroad free of accidents and injuries. As safety leaders, we know the choices we make and model every day impact the lives and safety of ourselves and others. Our teams are successful not only because we have the right people and processes in place, but also because we make decisions aligned with our shared safety visiona vision we own, share and promote through all safety interactions.

Key Responsibilities

Work with internal customers to assess training needs, define appropriate solutions, evaluate budgets, and oversee project deliverables.

Liaison with multiple departments to ensure smooth implementation of courseware and related deliverables.

Manage course vendors, timelines, deliverables, and overall quality within contracted budgets.

Creatively grow the scope of training to capitalize on emerging technologies and industry practices.

Detail Activities

Work with customer departments to assess training needs, define appropriate solutions, evaluate budgets, and oversee project deliverables.

Manage pre-vendor processes : analyses, RFPs, bid evaluation, vendor selection, etc.

Select, onboard, and manage vendors.

Document all projects in digital.ai.

Ensure templates, design standards, and other contracted specifics are observed; review / approve all deliverables prior to implementation.

Liaison with multiple departments to ensure smooth implementation of courseware and related deliverables.

Meet with content owners, SMEs, support department contacts, and other business representatives to orchestrate implementation.

Monitor project and department spend vs. plan, escalate issues to the Instructional Design manager and stakeholders.

Support train-the-trainer, pilots, and other implementation activities.

Manage course vendors, timelines, deliverables, and overall quality within contracted budgets.

Use and maintain digital.ai to closely monitor status of projects and deliverables.

Maintain monthly budget and forecasts for RFPs and active projects.

Review courseware to ensure quality standards, template compliance, SharePoint process compliance, etc.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree and / or 4+years' experience leading / developing training solutions preferred.

Project management experience strongly preferred.

Vendor management experience, preferably in instructional design or performance improvement preferred.

Ability to develop and use metrics in the planning, implementation, managing and evaluation of processes and services.

Ability to create training materials designed to be easily understood by every level of employees with actionable objectives to drive safe and consistent behaviors.

Critical thinking, strong negotiation, interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.

Strong analytical, communication, computer, and organizational skills are required.

Experience should include time-management skills. Problem solving skills, people skills, and multi-tasking skills to work through the varied initiatives in a timely and effective manner to include.

Ensure quality of course materials and direction of projects and strategic initiatives.

Approve milestone documents, including design documents, storyboards, drafts, etc.

Ability to maintain positive working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, including working difficult issues within and across departmental boundaries; maintaining a positive outlook and motivating individuals and teams to higher levels of achievement by creating enthusiasm, a feeling of investment, and a desire to excel.

Ability to actively promote and foster diversity within the work environment by building on differences among people as a way to promote new ideas and thinking and treating others with dignity and respect.

A strong drive for results and sense of urgency necessary for success in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.

Railroad operations knowledge beneficial.

Ability to travel 10-25%.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including : An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program. A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options. Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost. Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match). Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support. Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program) Generous leave / time off policies.

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https : / / www.tsa.gov / for-industry / twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.