Training & Development Lead

Training & Development Lead

The Opportunity  

• Training & Development Lead for Wyoming Refining Company


• Improve Par’s performance by improving core competencies and improved skill to further the company’s growth-oriented goals and focus on training excellence.


• Create local refinery learning standards and training initiatives with a collaborative team of training experts from Par’s other refineries.


• Enjoy exposure to Senior Management while providing strategic analysis of our refinery training initiatives.

• Reporting to the Director, Learning & Development in Houston TX, you will play a key role in ensuring that the competencies of our refinery employees meet and exceed the expectations of the Wyoming Refining Company Leadership team.

Key activities include:  

• Responsible for improving operations training and qualification programs to include systematic alignment of operator training for Wyoming Refining Company.


• Provide regulatory audit support for HSE department training.


• Develop the initial audit protocol that will be used to monitor the effectiveness of site training programs.


• Responsible for delivering training on procedural changes, including major Management of Change (MOC) training related to procedures.


• Develop and manage project plans for human performance improvement initiatives within Par, including Par’s leadership, technical, and job specific needs.


• Responsible for tracking trainees’ progress, recertification timelines, developing training succession plans, and communicating progress to relevant stakeholders.


• Work with the Safety department to administer training drills and or emergency response training drills for site staff.


• Identify and prioritize the internal and external resources required to complete training performance improvement initiatives.


• Identify, develop, and implement learning systems to further development objectives.


• Oversee the delivery of learning and development activities at Wyoming Refining Company and assist with same at other Par locations.


• Develop the initial audit protocol that will be used to monitor the effectiveness of site training programs.


• Recommend specific KPIs for the program refining leadership team.


• Manage and report progress on the Learning and Development budget to Director of Learning and Development and Wyoming Refining Company’s leadership team on a regular basis.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs. 

Qualifications 

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Additional qualifications include:  

• High School Diploma or GED required


• Bachelor's Degree, from an accredited four-year college or university, in Business, Organization Development, or other position related field preferred

• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) certification preferred


• Proven successful team leadership


• 5+ years of adult learning and development experience desired


• Refinery / manufacturing / union experience highly preferred


• Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge in software systems management


• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Navigator LMS, Visio, Photo Editing, and Resolution Tracker desired


• Experience with Smart Procedures/ATR preferred


• Highly developed business writing, verbal communication, and public-speaking skills

About Us 

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically-complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.

More Good Reasons to Work for Par Pacific 

Unique Culture 

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific employees. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals who love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in. 

Location, Location, Location 

Because Par Pacific operates in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. You will work in Newcastle, the county seat of Weston County, which offers the neighborly culture you would expect in a small town. We are proud of our great schools, low cost of living. The downtown historic district is listed with the National Registry of Historic Places, and it helps preserve the Western culture that residents love.

Opportunistic Growth Strategy 

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies. 

Focused on the Future

We are an energy company that has recognized the imperative and embraced the opportunity to begin the transition from fossil fuels. We are developing products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Excellent Compensation and Benefits 

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more. Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.  Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program. 

Our Headquarters

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado.  Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".  

Our Refineries and Logistics Operations 

We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 219 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 124,000 bpd of combined refining capacity and related multimodal logistics systems. 

Our Retail Operations 

We own and operate 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and 33 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.

Par Pacific Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.  

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.