Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Learning Specialist in University Advancement at Washington University is responsible for developing and delivering advanced learning solutions for 500 staff positions.
The Specialist will serve as a member of the Advancement Systems Learning Team and will report to the Manager of Learning & User Support. The Advancement Systems Learning Team is focused on improving individual and team performance and has expertise in change management and training.
The primary focus of the Learning Specialist is to create compelling general and role-specific Advancement Systems training for University Advancement staff and University Partners, with an emphasis on training for the department’s Salesforce CRM. The Specialist will lead training and also design and develop new learning solutions. The Specialist will provide consultation on best practices for learning effectiveness to presenters and internal partners.
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
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Development and Delivery of Training Content
- Analyze learning needs of University Advancement staff.
- Design and develop blended learning solutions to meet the specific goals of the initiative, such as classroom instruction, virtual webinars, videos, e-Learning, performance support tools, and other learning solutions.
- Evaluate each learning solution at varying levels, depending on specific needs and goals of the program and/or request of management. Evaluation results will inform learning solution revisions, as necessary.
- Manage curriculum and participant lists in the Learning Management System.
- Facilitate live or virtual classroom training, or support facilitation by internal subject matter experts; potentially provide train-the-trainers for internal client-led facilitation.
Learning Program Management and Execution
- Manage all phases of the analysis, design, development, and delivery of learning solutions.
- Set realistic expectations for training development and delivery schedule.
- Schedule and meet milestones for final training delivery.
- Coordinate with presenters on key content.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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
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
- 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:
ADDIE Instructional Design, Articulate 360, Articulate Storyline, Cross-Team Communication, Curriculum Development, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, eLearning Development, eLearning Tools, Instructional Design, Instructional Development, Interact with All Levels of Management, Learning Effectiveness, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Learning Needs Analysis, Multicultural Environments, Outcomes Assessment, Salesforce (Software), Sound Judgment, Team Collaboration, Training and Development, Training Delivery, Workday Learning, Working Independently, 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 CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu 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.