Sr. Learning Specialist

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Learning Experience Design: Responsible for designing and developing evidence-based learning and leadership development solutions using blended learning and adult learning principles. The Senior ID follows the ADDIE process to create engaging learning content including self-led programs e-learning videos Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) and instructional guides.
• Fosters Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Researches and recommends new techniques tools and technologies to address complex learner and business needs. The role fosters innovation by identifying opportunities for program enhancements incorporating external insights and researching industry trends to inform continuous improvement. Leads the development of models methods tools and technologies to enhance associate learning for business impact.
• Content Development and Management: Designs and develops high-quality learning solutions by leveraging expertise in instructional design graphic art digital audio and video recording/editing. Regularly conducts content audits and gap analyses to identify opportunities for updates and improvements. Ensures learning materials are accurate current relevant and aligned with organizational goals while maintaining quality and relevance. The individual will manage complex projects and continually explore innovative methods to enhance learning outcomes.
• Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships: Collaborates with business leaders P&C Business Partners subject-matter experts (SMEs) vendors and teammates on the Enterprise L&D team to ensure learning initiatives align with Zelis policies and strategic priorities. Identifies and manages relationships with third-party vendors to support L&D programs. Engages with vendors to establish and implement curriculum; monitors and assesses effectiveness of vendor developed programs.
• Technology and Tools: Leverages AI Workday Learning Articulate WalkMe Vyond and/or other platforms to design and optimize learning solutions.
• Program and Project Management: Responsible for the success of Enterprise Learning Programs by applying sound project management principles to execute and monitor program goals. Tracks project milestones manages deliverables and ensures timely accurate results on assigned projects and assignments. Identifies process improvements and continuously improves them. Proposes new programs to support future development needs and manages the development of programs including the creation of project plans for new and existing L&D programs scoping needs analysis action item allocations maintaining calendar of events resourcing and setting program metrics.
• Learning Administration/Logistics/Reporting: Partner with other in Enterprise Learning and Development on logistics for learning sessions including scheduling communications in-person logistics and virtual session production (e.g. Zoom breakout rooms polls materials).
  • Participate in L&D program budget planning and ensures programs adhere to budgetary limits.
  • Prepare reports on L&D programs measuring performance against goals and recommending improvements as needed.
  • Administer assessments (e.g. DiSC LVI 360) digital badging and other evaluation tools.
  • Support onboarding and learning program data requests leveraging Workday reporting to identify trends and opportunities.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices championing a culture of learning across the organization.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience Qualifications Knowledge and Skills

• 5 years of relevant HR experience preferably in organizational or learning and development with a proven track record designing eLearning and instructor led content for both associates and leaders in a professional setting
• 4-year college or bachelors degree in Instructional Design Learning Experience Design Organizational Learning and development or related degree preferred
• Certification in Instructional Design Learning Media Design or Adult Education a plus
• Expert and passionate about the learning function and adult learning principles
• Prior people leadership experiencea plus to inform design of leader programs
• Fluent in both spoken and written English preferred
• Proficiency in learning technologies and tools such as Articulate Adobe Captivate and Workday Learning
• Proven experience managing complex learning projects and aligning programs to organizational strategies through project management tools and methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to offer clear solutions
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal written and verbal communication skills including presentation design. Works well with others at all levels
• Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and adapt in ambiguous situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Word PowerPoint and Excel for data management
• Business acumen with an understanding of organizational challenges and priorities

Base Salary Range

At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors including experience education qualifications as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package which may also include discretionary bonus plans commissions or other incentives depending on the role.

Zelis full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well which demonstrates our commitment to our employees health well-being and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match flexible paid time off holidays parental leaves life and disability insurance and health benefits including medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you dont meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.

Accessibility Support
We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process please email .

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities duties and skills from time to time.