LEARNING DESIGNER (TRAINING COORDINATOR)

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Job Classification: Training Coordinator (Learning Designer)
Division: Center for Public Leadership and Learning
Department: Human Resources
Reporting Location: 4501 Leeland *Subject to change*
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Center for Public Leadership & Learning (CPLL), a division of the City’s Human Resources Department, is comprised of talented and passionate learning leaders positioned to become the premier leader in government training by cultivating public service professionals and organizations through transformational learning solutions.

We are driven by our commitment to help our workforce of over 21,000 employees ignite their passion to serve, be empowered through learning, and advance their performance.

We are not just creating a learning center—we’re setting the standard for what premier government training looks like!

CPLL is seeking a creative and engaged Learning Designer to join our dedicated team of professionals.

The Learning Design & Technology Team focuses on the development of learner-centric and high-impact customized learning solutions designed for multiple delivery formats, tech-enabled learning environments, and tailored to specific organizational or departmental needs.

We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive our vision forward. If you are a strategic-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, CPLL is the place for you!

The Learning Designer will be responsible for:

• Designing high-quality learning experiences and course materials for delivery of in-person, hybrid/blended, eLearning, video-based, and virtual instructor-led learning courses using instructional design models (i.e. ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning principles.

• Developing facilitator/participant guides, learning templates, assessments, tools, and job aids to promote a learner focused culture and support in-person and virtual learning delivery.

• Overseeing and coordinating all phases of the design project and timelines to meet required schedule of deliverables and progress milestones.

• Leveraging, evaluating and implementing various learning technologies such as eLearning authoring tools (Articulate Rise/Storyline, Adobe Captivate), graphic/video editing tools (Adobe Creative, Canva, Vyond), LMS platforms (SCORM, xAPI, cmi5), and emerging AItools to create engaging content.

• Partnering with stakeholders, subject matter experts (SME), graphic designers, and trainers on the learner needs analysis, learning objectives, instructional strategies, delivery, measurable outcomes and evaluation of learning solutions.

• Piloting, testing, and constantly refining learning solutions based on learner/SME feedback, usability testing and evaluation data.

• Meeting individual performance metrics and goals while modeling behavior-based competencies.

• Collaborating with the CPLL team members in the pursuit of the overall mission and continuously exploring new, innovative trends to improve the City’s learning ecosystem.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, Education, Personnel Management or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners are required.

Pertinent training experience at the professional level may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year- for-year basis.

LICENSE

None.

Qualifications

Highly desired candidates will have:

• Passion for adult learning within a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment

• Direct experience (as a learning/instructional designer) of City or government learning programs

• Experience measuring the impact of formal learning programs

• Experience designing and delivering eLearning, digital or blended courses

• Degrees or knowledge in adult learning or instructional design

• Experience using Articulate Rise/Storyline or Adobe Captivate

• Graphic design experience (Adobe Illustrator/Creative Suite, Canva, Vyond)

• Demonstrated experience using LMS platforms with SCORM/xAPI tools

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Additional Information

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

NO

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 24

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online

at: www.houstontx.govor call (832)393-7238.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-7238. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.