Sr Instructional Designer UNL

This position is responsible for designing and developing complex and multifaceted learning solutions to support large-scale business objectives. Consults with stakeholders to conduct needs assessment, identify learning objectives, design and develop efficient and effective learning solutions. Leverages current instructional design best practices and adult learning principles to create modern and effective learning experiences. Develops and implements blended learning solutions which might include e-learning, synchronous and asyncrhonoous learning programs, job aids, videos, assessments, and other effective learning deliverables. Coaches less experienced instructional designers, training specialists and other team members to design and develop effective learning solutions. Recommends change management tools to be used in combination with the chosen learning solutions to ensure effective learning outcomes.

This can be a remote position within the US.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze ambiguous and complex business needs to identify skill-building requirements in support of business goals. Consult with stakeholders using a systematic instructional design approach to determine learning needs, establish learning objectives, design and develop a large-scale and robust portfolio of learning solutions.

• Consult on adult learning theory, systematic instructional design, and performance improvement solutions to address business needs that require learning solutions.
• Design and develop advanced learning materials and programs to meet learning objectives.
• Design optimal learning experiences to achieve learning objectives and meet business needs.
• Take complex or voluminous materials and break it into manageable amounts of information to facilitate learning.
• Determine the correct flow and interactivity among pieces of information to facilitate understanding.
• Leverage the appropriate educational tools, methods and timing to facilitate learning in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Form effective collaborative partnerships with SMEs, senior business leaders, HR Business Partner, HRIS, and other key stakeholders to ensure effective launch of the learning solutions, and drive timely completion of learning solutions.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of learning solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Research new and emerging software and hardware applications for design and distribution of instructional resources (e.g. eLearning, in person or virtual synchronous experiences, pod casting, web-based learner collaboration, artificial intelligence, interactive soft skills, virtual classroom and people, job aids, videos, etc.)
• Accountable for research and development spending within budget and project timeframes. Produce measurable and documented results for all phases of instructional development, from customer needs analysis to course implementation, evaluation, and ROI.
• Recommend and facilitate the application of change management tools in conjunction with sound learning experience design in order to ensure learning impact and meet business objectives.
• Manage learning solution deliverables, coordinate project needs, timeline, & communications
• Manage complex learning and development projects. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure goals around deadlines, accuracy, quality, etc. are met.
• Facilitate learning experiences as needed
• Train, oversee day-to-day work and coach less experienced instructional designers

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, education, organizational development, human resources or related work experience.
• Six to eight years of experience in design and development of adult education curriculum.
• Demonstrated mastery of adult learning principles, instructional design best practices, and latest techniques to create optimal modern learning experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to identify users’ needs, analyze and logically organize complex technical information, and transform complex bodies of information into professionally designed, engaging and effective programs that produce measurable results.
• Advanced skills with eLearning development tools and learning management systems.
• Competency with web instruction, strategies and current technologies. Experience in developing storyboards, collecting and editing graphics, and building all visual design and navigation in an instructionally sound and highly interactive format.
• Ability to coach and develop less experienced instructional designers and other L&D professionals
• Ability to work with employees and management at all levels in the enterprise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in project management with certification preferred.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree or certification in formal instructional design, training & development, and human resources fields preferred.
• Project management of large-scale learning initiatives. Experience in project management with certification preferred.
• Facilitation of in-person and/or virtual training experience in a corporate setting.
• Three or more years of experience in human resources, organization development or business management capacity.

Pay Transparency

Thrivent’s long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $89,691.00 - $121,346.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important.

Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.

The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent’s plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent’s discretion.

Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.

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About Us

At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they’ve been given. At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our customers. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today—and tomorrow.

For over 100 years, Thrivent has been helping people build their financial futures and live more generous lives. Today, it’s a Fortune 500 company that offers a full range of expert financial solutions, serving more than 2 million customers, as well as the communities in which they live and work.

Thrivent fosters a diverse workforce to serve our diverse clientele, reflecting a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If you’re intrigued about our work and the possibility of becoming part of it, we invite you to visit Thrivent.com to learn more. You won’t just build a career; you’ll be part of an organization focused on growing, innovating, and serving.