Blended Learning Specialist

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• Conducts needs assessments with stakeholders to identify training needs and appropriate objectives.
• Coordinates all aspects of training design and delivery, including needs analyses, content development, stakeholder reviews, lesson plans, and participant materials.
• Recommends and implements training solutions utilizing a blended learning approach to meet the needs of the business.
• Develops basic computer-based training, videos, electronic communications, and on the job resources.
• Creates instructional design documents, storyboards, learning resources, participant materials, and course outlines.
• Applies adult learning principles and effective digital techniques to produce blended learning programs.
• Evaluates training effectiveness using data driven metrics.
• Ensures the skills of each new associate are assessed before, during, and after training to ensure the trainee has the knowledge and skills to meet or exceed performance standards.
• Consults with business partners, technical specialists, subject matter experts, and other members of the training department to achieve program goals.
• Collaborates with other Learning Specialists to offer guidance and share expertise in the development and use of blended learning development methodologies.
• Establishes best practices surrounding content development, materials, media, and testing, including creating design templates and identifying opportunities to streamline the production process.
• Relies on extensive training experience and project management to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of complex tasks simultaneously.

• Prepares and organizes training materials and a reference library including electronic media.
• Develops and maintains a system for updating training materials, monitoring training progress, and documenting completed training.
• Builds and maintains training knowledge and skills.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.

• Strong knowledge of a variety of adult learning concepts and best practices and training procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to mentor and lead others.
• Experience designing effective training programs and assessing their impact on associate performance.
• Experience with digital development tools, such as Articulate, Camtasia, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Exceptional collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with stakeholders at various levels to recommend training solutions.
• Ability to reason and simplify complex processes.
• Exceptional time management and prioritization skills to meet project deadlines.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to accept and continuously implement change.
• Provides leadership and guidance to training staff and stakeholders surrounding training best practices, content development, and curriculum design.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of training and instructional design experience required.
• Experience in the design of digital learning required.
• Experience in the financial services industry preferred.
• Experience working in a corporate environment designing training systems, procedures, and programs preferred.
• Experience with a Learning Management System (LMS) preferred.

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