Learning and Development Specialist

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
70K-75K Annually
Mid level
Real Estate • Hospitality
The Role
Supports organizational learning and employee engagement programs, including onboarding, professional development workshops, performance management, talent reviews, career development, and employee surveys. The role facilitates workshops, coordinates new-hire events, communicates program priorities, compiles survey results, and recommends learning solutions while managing multiple projects and building strong working relationships.
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With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Learning and Development Specialist in Chicago, Illinois.

Reporting to the Vice President of Learning & Development, the Learning and Development Specialist will play a key role in supporting the development and employee engagement programs across the organization. This individual will assist with the execution, communication, and implementation of priorities including onboarding, employee surveys, talent development and performance management programs.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaboratively design and facilitate quarterly professional development workshops
  • Strengthen the onboarding program including planning various new hire events.
  • Support the performance management cycle in areas such as goal setting, career conversations, talent review and development opportunities.
  • Assist with the launch and result compilation of various employee surveys.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to create strong, positive working relationships.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to suggest learning solutions.
  • Show continuous learning and curious mindset by taking appropriate risks, learning from the process and developing improved approaches.
  • Strong comfort using Microsoft Excel.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, or another related field.
  • Masters degree preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience working in the learning and development or human resources fields including the design and facilitation of in-person workshops.


In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of BC, CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, VT and WA is:

Annual Salary: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to the base pay and our benefits, some positions are eligible for bonuses, sales commissions, or incentive pay.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in learning and development or human resources
  • Experience designing and facilitating in-person workshops
  • Master's degree
  • Strong comfort using Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong facilitation and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
3,800 Employees

What We Do

Equity LifeStyle Properties is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) and operator of manufactured home communities, RV resorts, and campgrounds in North America. With over 50 years of experience, the company owns and manages a diverse portfolio of properties across 35 states and British Columbia, providing high-quality amenities and services to residents and guests in highly desirable locations.

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