Learning and Development Specialist

LeafGuard - Maple Heights, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Maple Heights, OH

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Learning and Development Specialist will support all 12 brands of Great Day Home Improvement by developing and facilitating effective learning programs across the organization. This role focuses on designing and delivering engaging learning content that enhances knowledge, skills, and competencies. The specialist will also manage the learning management system and collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure the instructional strategy aligns with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Respond to general UFactor inquiries and assist stakeholders with event registration and course completion.
• Create engaging and interactive learning activities and compelling course content.
• Work with subject matter experts to identify training needs for the target audience.
• Develop training programs that promote company culture and reduce turnover.
• Automate and streamline business processes to maximize efficiency within the department.
• Plan events to support learning and development initiatives.
• Design instructional goals and create matching content.
• Visualize instructional graphics and the finished product.
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts.
• Apply instructional design theories and methods.
• Provide exercises and activities to enhance the learning process.
• Create supporting materials such as audio, video, simulations, and games.
• Evaluate learner performance and develop assessment instruments.
• Maintain project documentation and course folders.
• Analyze learning data and feedback to improve instructional materials.
• Manage multiple instructional design projects simultaneously.

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models.
• Lesson and project planning skills.
• Solid knowledge of course development software and at least one Learning Management System.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to influence and work in a results-focused collaborative environment.
• Strong writing skills for instructional text and scripts.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with learning platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Elucidat, or other instructional design platforms.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance