Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63105

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Learning and Development Specialist in University Advancement at Washington University is responsible for driving organizational growth for University Advancement staff by scheduling, developing, facilitating, maintaining, and measuring the effectiveness of learning and development solutions.

The Learning and Development Specialist will serve as a member of the Organizational Development Team. This team is focused on improving individual and team performance and has expertise in providing staff with meaningful and relevant learning and development experiences. The Specialist will collaborate frequently with other members of the Organizational Development team.

The specialist is responsible for policies, procedures, and operations of learning content associated with Workday Learning (the University’s primary learning management system for employees). The specialist will design synchronous and asynchronous learning solutions, develop learning content and assets such as PowerPoints, worksheets, eLearnings, etc., collaborate with subject matter experts, facilitate virtual and in-person learnings, and assess results to gauge learning effectiveness.

The Specialist will ensure that all training is delivered at a high level of quality and will exhibit a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Job Description

Course Development, Facilitation, and Production

• Strategically create programming and lesson plans to meet the highest and current needs of University Advancement staff.
• Design high-quality and effective learning materials, such as slide decks, worksheets, job aids, demo videos, and more, adhering to accessibility standards and team branding.
• Effectively utilize technologies to drive learning, such as Microsoft Office, eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Rise and Camtasia/SnagIt, Mentimeter, and more.
• Facilitate synchronous learning and development opportunities both in a classroom setting and on Zoom, driving active learning through group discussion, polls, activities, and knowledge checks. 
• Serve as a producer for Zoom and hybrid sessions for guest speakers and peers, as needed.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts and guest presenters to ensure programming and support meets their needs.

Programming Governance

• Load, schedule, and test courses in Workday Learning.

• Manage tracking and reporting activities related to participants, training sessions, and training results.

• Summarize session evaluations and share opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage training material production and inventory of supplies, including overseeing training room setup and technology, classroom materials, and providing support for presenters.
• Manage the scheduling and coordinating of ongoing training with minimal oversight.
• Manage the yearly training calendar for University Advancement.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Collaborate effectively with other members of Organizational Development to provide programming support to UA staff.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Curriculum/Content Development And Workshop Facilitation With Developing Content (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• High degree of professionalism and absolute confidentiality in handling information related to the University’s alumni, benefactors and employees.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work.
• Demonstrated experience working with senior-level management and subject matter experts at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in complex organizations.
• Experience working in advancement/fundraising and/or higher education.

This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $49,700 - $58,000.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Professional Outcomes Assessment/Evaluation (3 Years)

Skills:

Communication, Confidentiality, Cross-Team Communication, Curriculum Development, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Dynamic Presentation, eLearning Tools, Goal-Oriented, Instructional Development, Interpersonal Relationships, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Learning Quickly, Microsoft Office, Professional Development, Professional Etiquette, Project Management, Resourcefulness, Sound Judgment, Team Collaboration, Time Prioritization, Training and Development, Working Independently, Work Initiative, Workshop Facilitation

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.