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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is hiring a Learning & Development Consultant. The role involves designing and delivering learning experiences, managing learning programs including onboarding and compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to implement impactful learning initiatives. The consultant will also manage vendor relationships, facilitate training sessions, and utilize various learning technologies including Workday LMS and AI tools.

Highlights

Lead and manage onboarding, compliance training, and continuous learning programs.
Design learner-centered content and produce video materials using tools like Articulate 360, Vyond, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Camtasia.
Manage Workday Learning Management System including content loading and user experience enhancements.
Facilitate engaging virtual, hybrid, and in-person learning sessions.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and success metrics while driving initiatives cross-functionally.
Manage relationships with learning vendors and evaluate their performance.
Analyze learning data to continuously improve programs.
Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years in Learning and Development or related fields.
Experience with adult learning principles, video production, eLearning creation, and training facilitation.
Compensation range: $67,200 to $111,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and volunteer PTO.

Learning & Development Consultant Full Description

Learning & Development Consultant
Hybrid | Eagan, Minnesota

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have:

As a Learning and Development Consultant, you will design, develop, and deliver impactful learning experiences that support onboarding, continuous learning, and annual compliance initiatives across the organization.

You will be part of the Organization Development and Enterprise Learning team, collaborating cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels to manage end-to-end learning projects and bring creativity and innovation to our learning solutions.

Your Responsibilities:

Program Management

Lead and manage OD programs including but not limited to onboarding, compliance training, and continuous learning.
Support organizational learning governance and capability-building initiatives.
Oversee projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, deliverables, and success metrics.
Influence cross-functional teams to drive initiatives without direct authority.

Instructional Design & Video Production

Design and develop engaging, learner-centered content for Onboarding, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives, Talent, Compliance, and Continuous learning programs
Partner with key stakeholders to develop and implement the Annual Compliance Training program.
Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
Produce high-quality and engaging video content.
Leverage industry trends and best practices to impact design and delivery.

Facilitation

Facilitate and produce engaging virtual, hybrid, and in-person learning sessions (including new associate onboarding, continuous learning programs, etc.)
Continuously evaluate and improve our facilitation pool program.

Vendor Management

Manage relationships with learning vendors to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Coordinate vendor communications, timelines, and deliverables.
Partner with learning vendors to develop and roll out learning solutions.
Help evaluate vendor performance and provide feedback to ensure quality and accountability.

Technical

Manage the Workday Learning Management System (LMS), including content loading, managing content library, assignment and user experience improvements.
Utilize AI tools to develop learning resources and enhance program effectiveness.
Analyze learning data to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure all materials meet brand and formatting standards.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in learning, communication, organization development, HR or other related fields, OR 4 years of equivalent in lieu of a degree.
3+ years of professional experience related to Learning and Development, Organizational Effectiveness/Development, Change Management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Expertise in adult learning principles and video production.
Experience creating eLearning, video content, and other learning experiences.
Strong business acumen and commitment to continuous learning
Proficiency in Email, Open Microsoft Office applications, Articulate 360, Vyond, Adobe Premier Pro, Camtasia or similar tools.
Experience facilitating training in virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats.
High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience interacting with learning management systems such as Workday.
Experience managing learning vendor relationships.
SharePoint

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $67,200.00 - $89,100.00 - $111,000.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days a week—one designated anchor day with your team, and one day of your choosing. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Original Job Description

Learning & Development Consultant
Hybrid | Eagan, Minnesota

The Impact You Will Have:

Your Responsibilities:

Program Management

Lead and manage OD programs including but not limited to onboarding, compliance training, and continuous learning.
Support organizational learning governance and capability-building initiatives.
Oversee projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, deliverables, and success metrics.
Influence cross-functional teams to drive initiatives without direct authority.

Instructional Design & Video Production

Design and develop engaging, learner-centered content for Onboarding, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives, Talent, Compliance, and Continuous learning programs
Partner with key stakeholders to develop and implement the Annual Compliance Training program.
Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
Produce high-quality and engaging video content.
Leverage industry trends and best practices to impact design and delivery.

Facilitation

Facilitate and produce engaging virtual, hybrid, and in-person learning sessions (including new associate onboarding, continuous learning programs, etc.)
Continuously evaluate and improve our facilitation pool program.

Vendor Management

Manage relationships with learning vendors to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Coordinate vendor communications, timelines, and deliverables.
Partner with learning vendors to develop and roll out learning solutions.
Help evaluate vendor performance and provide feedback to ensure quality and accountability.

Technical

Manage the Workday Learning Management System (LMS), including content loading, managing content library, assignment and user experience improvements.
Utilize AI tools to develop learning resources and enhance program effectiveness.
Analyze learning data to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure all materials meet brand and formatting standards.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in learning, communication, organization development, HR or other related fields, OR 4 years of equivalent in lieu of a degree.
3+ years of professional experience related to Learning and Development, Organizational Effectiveness/Development, Change Management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Expertise in adult learning principles and video production.
Experience creating eLearning, video content, and other learning experiences.
Strong business acumen and commitment to continuous learning
Proficiency in Email, Open Microsoft Office applications, Articulate 360, Vyond, Adobe Premier Pro, Camtasia or similar tools.
Experience facilitating training in virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats.
High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience interacting with learning management systems such as Workday.
Experience managing learning vendor relationships.
SharePoint

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $67,200.00 - $89,100.00 - $111,000.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

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