Merastar Insurance Company - Dallas, TX
posted about 2 months ago
Kemper is seeking a key contributor for the Learning & Development team, responsible for content curation and instructional design. This role involves shared responsibilities for Learning Management System (LMS) administration, learning consultation, and managing Talent Management dashboards and reporting. The successful candidate will independently analyze content available on the online learning platform (Skillsoft/Percipio) and provide best practices on selection and use to all learning teams. They will support learning program design by selecting appropriate online learning content, including videos, eLearning courses, books, podcasts, and other media. Additionally, the role requires designing learning paths that support current in-role development of all Kemper employees and developing learning opportunities to prepare them for future roles or refine and improve their skills. The instructional design aspect of the position includes conducting independent, in-depth job-task and needs analysis to identify learning objectives and training solutions. The candidate will apply knowledge of adult learning theory to design content that meets the needs of various audiences and select the best delivery modes and methodologies for training. Collaboration with managers and subject matter experts is essential to document and develop curriculum requirements and program designs that meet enterprise needs. The role also involves creating learning standards, tools, and templates for use by all learning teams, as well as designing evaluation strategies to measure program effectiveness. As the administrator of the online learning platform, the candidate will assist in the administration of the LMS (Workday Learning), maintain up-to-date knowledge of its functionalities, and coordinate learning events. They will consult with business training teams to assess learning needs and recommend training solutions, providing guidance to the Kemper L&D community on Workday Learning administration. This position is office-based, with flexible working locations currently available, and may require travel.