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Instructional Design Specialist Chicago, IL

James Hardie


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 92000 - 115000
Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions with a portfolio that includes fiber cement fiber gypsum composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie TimberTech AZEK Exteriors Versatex fermacell and StruXure.

With over 8000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago we boast 31 operating sites 6 recycling facilities and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce were united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation a Zero Harm culture and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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What Youll Do:

Learning Strategy & Performance Consulting:

  • Partner with business stakeholders to conduct learning needs assessments identify performance gaps and define clear learning objectives tied to business outcomes.
  • Determine when training is the appropriate solution versus alternative interventions (e.g. job aids process improvements manager enablement).
  • Translate business priorities into structured learning strategies and curriculum roadmaps aligned to commercial goals.

Stakeholder & SME Partnership:

  • Lead collaboration with subject matter experts to curate content validate accuracy and ensure practical application of learning.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to Sales Leaders and business partners setting expectations and guiding decisions throughout the design process.

Instructional Design & Development:

  • Design & develop engaging interactive instructorled virtual blended and digital learning experiences using sound instructional design methodology and adult learning principles.
  • Utilize learning technology such as Articulate 360 suite (Storyline and Rise) Camtasia and Adobe Creative Suite to produce and design learning content & assets.
  • Create learning objectives content outlines scripts storyboards and assessments that ensure alignment to desired behaviors and outcomes.
  • Collaborate with Sr. Instructional Designer to ensure instructional intent quality and learner experience processes & standards are upheld & followed.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:

  • Define success measures and support evaluation of learning effectiveness and business impact.
  • Incorporate feedback and performance data to continuously improve learning solutions and learner outcomes.

Other duties responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

What Youll Bring:
  • Bachelors degree in Instructional Design & Technology Learning Experience Design or Educational Technology
  • Minimum of 2-5 years of professional experience creating eLearning content multimedia assets or digital instructional materials.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Articulate suite Camtasia and Adobe Photoshop & Creative Suite.
  • Experience working with LMS platforms SCORM packaging tracking and troubleshooting.
  • Strong foundation in adult learning theory instructional design principles and performance consulting.
  • Experience collaborating with sales leaders SMEs and crossfunctional partners.
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen.
  • Consultative partnership and influence.
  • Learner centric design mindset.
  • Attention to detail and instructional quality.
  • Bias for action and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear manner.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at one time.
  • Ability to take initiative troubleshoot issues independently and recommend improvements that enhance learner experience and visual impact.
  • Adaptability in a fast-moving environment with shifting priorities and evolving training needs.
What Youll Receive:

As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $92000 to $115000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience skills geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie we recognize that our success depends on our people. Weve worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

  • Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
  • Insurance: day-one health coverage medical dental vision life insurance
  • Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
  • Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
  • Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
  • Work-Life Balance: parental leave wellness programs
  • Purpose. Impact. Community:Sustainability Initiatives James Hardie

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity/expression genetic information veterans status marital status pregnancy disability or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits including but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.


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