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Organizational Development

What We Do

We are committed to developing and supporting Sinclair’s employees while ensuring our policies and practices align with Sinclair’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities of accountability, collaboration, compassion, inclusivity, and innovation.

By fostering a culture of continuous learning and well-being, we:

  • Provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Equip employees with tools to enhance skills, engagement, and productivity.
  • Promote job satisfaction and a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
  • Encourage innovation and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
  • Strengthen talent attraction, management, and succession planning.

Our goal is to cultivate a workforce that drives engagement, retention, and long-term success for Sinclair.

How We Do It

Training and Professional Development


Sinclair 101 

Sinclair 101 is our comprehensive and engaging onboarding experience, designed to introduce new employees to Sinclair’s core values, strategic drivers, key stakeholders, and organizational structure. Through Sinclair 101, new employees will gain a thorough understanding of our college’s diverse programs and thriving culture.


Support Staff Power-Ups 

Our Afternoon Power-Ups give support staff the information and tools they need to elevate their administrative capabilities. Topics covered include hands-on training in office management, communication strategies, planning meetings, and how to use the latest technological tools. The Summer Boot Camp is an intensive training that focuses on upskilling for admins who want to move to the next level, or leverage their skills into other career tracks.


Manager Training & Microcredential 

Our Manager Training & Microcredential program is designed to equip managers with a solid foundation in Sinclair’s institutional policies and to level up their management skills. Ideal for current and aspiring chairs and managers, this program enhances leadership abilities, comprehension of complex policies, and implementation of best practices to build and inspire their team. Participants who complete all ten sessions of the program earn a microcredential, highlighting their commitment to their professional growth.


!nspireU Professional Development Program 

!nspireU provides funding support for a variety of professional development opportunities for both full-time and part-time staff. Employees can apply for funds to help them attend conferences, workshops, and trainings, and then provide feedback on their experience.

!nspireU Professional Development Conference 

This annual half-day event highlights the goals of the !nspireU program, and features expert speakers who share their stories of resilience, innovation, and success. The conference encourages workplace well-being and gives our employees insight and inspiration to tackle higher education’s evolving challenges.


Foundations in Higher Education 

This program expands and deepens participants' knowledge of the higher education sector with topics such as accreditation, school and industry partnerships, grants development, finance, employee compensation and benefits, and government relations. Completion of this program prepares managers, directors, and chairs to make informed decisions, build a more effective team, and move to the next level of leadership.


Momentum Leadership Training 

This high-level initiative is designed to refine leaderships skills and unlock the potential of Sinclair’s aspiring leaders. It offers executive level leadership training, mentorship, and strategic thinking exercises, preparing participants to navigate complex organizational challenges, drive innovation, and lead confidently towards C-suite roles within the college.


CONTACT US:
Email: OrgDev@Sinclair.edu 
Phone: (937)512-4282