University of Massachusetts Amherst · 4 days ago
Instructional Designer - Human Resources (Remote Opportunity)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an Instructional Designer who will be a member of the Employee Engagement team. This role is responsible for designing and facilitating impactful training and development programs while collaborating with key stakeholders across the university to elevate core competencies among HR practitioners.
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Responsibilities
Designs and facilitates HR, leadership and talent development programs and processes, including developing course content, training materials, and educational resources
Trains university faculty and staff on HR processes and systems using a variety of instructional technologies and techniques
Evaluates training and learning effectiveness. Creates and implements learning measurement surveys and analyzes data to measure ROI of programs
Authors and organizes training systems, procedural manuals, and supporting documentation for training programs and systems in accordance with organizational/departmental requirements
Consults and collaborates regularly with university leadership and HR to plan for and create courses (online, hybrid and face-to-face) including, but not limited to, program goals and learning objectives, course curriculum, and plans for the use of media and technology in training and development programs
Provides quality assurance for all courses and programs to ensure the highest delivery of standards in learning design, accessibility, and course consistency; manage projects focused on the assessment, improvement, and innovation of online, hybrid and face-to-face course design and delivery
Provides process consultation and customized training to a broad range of departments, teams, supervisors and managers regarding HR processes and procedures
Works closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders within Human Resources and across the University to deliver high quality, meaningful learning that meets organizational needs, champions HR best practices and process improvement efforts
Researches and utilizes learning technologies and program delivery methods to meet the needs of all employees who work onsite, remotely, and in hybrid format
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree plus three (3) years professional experience in assessing, designing, facilitating, and evaluating training programs
Comprehensive knowledge of instructional design theories and methodologies
Knowledge of trending approaches/LMS technologies/standards and software products (e.g., Gamification, Project-based learning, AI services, Canvas, Kahoot!, Google Suite, Articulate 365, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) or similar systems
Experience developing course materials in an LMS (e.g., SuccessFactors, Workday)
Strong Project Management skills
Able to manage time and multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, accomplish goals, and meet deadlines
Ability to analyze and process large volumes of informational materials and to structure information
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to proofread, edit, and produce effective written materials and presentations
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
Work independently and/or with multiple constituencies
Speak or make presentations before groups
Conduct effective training
Strong skills in visual presentation designing and developing clear instructional materials in written, graphic, audio, video, or multimedia form, with creativity, innovation, and attention to detail
Experience designing and facilitating training in human resources processes, systems, leadership and employee professional development
Preferred
Master's Degree in a related field or certification in Human Resources related fields, such as training design and delivery, instructional technology, or organizational development
Experience in design and development of technology-based instructional content across a broad range of disciplines; integrating multimedia and AI in learning materials
Professional experience and expertise designing, delivering, evaluating and assessing learner-centered, results-based training for a wide range of employee development areas
Familiarity with the organizational dynamics, needs and practices of higher education institutions
Prior work experience in unionized environment
Company
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$137.34MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyThe Howard Hughes Medical Institute
2024-09-18Grant· $7.9M
2024-07-16Grant· $6.37M
2023-11-16Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Christopher Salthouse
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Alejandro Reuss
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