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TEKsystems is hiring a Learning Professional/Instructional Designer to lead the design and optimization of role-specific digital learning solutions within their dealer network. The role involves conducting learning needs analyses, collaborating with SMEs and stakeholders, and delivering scalable training programs aligned with business goals to enhance operational performance.

Highlights

Lead identification and design support of learning solutions for digital job roles in dealership network.
Conduct learning needs analysis and translate findings into business-aligned learning objectives.
Develop role-specific curricula and coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors.
Ensure content accuracy and relevance through collaboration with Subject Matter Experts.
Apply adult learning theories and instructional methods to enhance engagement and retention.
Use LMS platforms such as Workday Learning, and project management tools like AzureDevOps.
Require a Bachelor's degree in Learning and Development, Instructional Design, or related fields with 5+ years experience.
Pay range of $30.00 - $35.00 per hour, with eligibility for benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Work involves strong skills in graphic design, performance consulting, stakeholder engagement, and change management.
Collaborate across departments and with vendors to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement of learning programs.

Learning Professional/Instructional Designer Full Description

Learning Professional/Instructional Designer

Peoria, Illinois, USA
30 USD - 35 USD/hour

*Must be able to go onsite in Peoria*

Description

We are seeking a strategic and business-driven Learning Consultant to lead the identification, design support, and optimization of learning solutions for digital job roles within our dealer network. This role is responsible for assessing role-specific learning needs, streamlining content, and ensuring the delivery of impactful, scalable training solutions which directly support operational performance and business outcomes. The consultant will work closely with SMEs, product teams, vendors, and enterprise partners to ensure timely, relevant, and high-quality learning experiences.

Typical task breakdown:

- Conduct thorough learning needs analysis to identify performance gaps.

- Translate findings into role-specific learning objectives that support business outcomes.

- Support the design and development of comprehensive curricula targeting specific roles and responsibilities.

- Coordinate input from cross-functional stakeholders to ensure training aligns with dealership priorities.

- Proactively identify and engage Subject Matter Experts to contribute to learning initiatives, ensuring content reflects current practices and expertise.

- Advocate for access to end users and frontline dealer employees to gather actionable feedback that informs learning design and continuous improvement.

- Build partnerships across departments to secure SME participation and facilitate direct learner input throughout the project lifecycle.

- Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.

- Work with external vendors and internal teams to develop and implement high-quality training programs.

- Apply adult learning theories and various instructional methods to enhance learner engagement.

- Align learning initiatives with business objectives and measure their impact on performance.

- Convert organizational strategies into practical and scalable training solutions.

- Plan and execute change management strategies for smooth adoption of new learning initiatives.

- Communicate effectively and coordinate projects for timely delivery.

- Conduct quarterly evaluations to keep learning aligned with changing technologies, tools, and goals.

- Eliminate overlapping training content, aligning materials to performance goals.

- Set and manage expectations regarding project scope, funding, and timelines.

- Ensure development timelines, modalities, and deliverables align with user needs and objectives.

- Collaborate on design approaches that support scalability, maintenance, and adoption.

- Evaluate and continuously improve learning effectiveness, adoption, and business impact.

- Leverage feedback, performance data, and field input to refine learning experiences.

- Recommend and test new methods to sustain long-term learning effectiveness

Key Skills:

- Learning Needs Analysis & Performance Consulting: Proficient in assessing training requirements and identifying performance gaps to tailor learning solutions.

- Role-Based Curriculum Development Support: Skilled in designing and developing comprehensive curricula targeting specific roles and responsibilities within the organization.

- Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling: Ability to design visually engaging training assets. Understands layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy to support learner engagement.

- Stakeholder Engagement & SME Relationship Management: Expertise in collaborating with various stakeholders and managing relationships with Subject Matter Experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.

- Collaboration with Vendors & Cross-Functional Teams: Effective in working with external vendors and internal teams to create and implement high-quality training programs.

- Understanding of Adult Learning Principles & Learning Modalities: Knowledgeable in adult learning theories and various instructional methods to enhance learner engagement and retention.

- Strong Business Acumen & Outcome-Focused Mindset: Ability to align learning initiatives with business objectives and measure the impact on organizational performance.

- Ability to Translate Strategy into Actionable Learning Solutions: Capable of converting organizational strategies into practical and scalable training solutions.

- Change Management Awareness & Adoption Planning: Proficient in planning and executing change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new learning initiatives.

- Communication, Facilitation, and Project Coordination Skills: Strong in communicating effectively, facilitating training sessions, and coordinating projects to ensure timely and successful delivery of learning programs.

- Project Management: Experience managing timelines, inputs, and deliverables across cross-functional teams.

- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Applies logic and sound judgment to connect learning needs with business priorities.

Technical Skills:

- Learning Management Systems (LMS): Familiarity with platforms such as Workday Learning, or similar for course management, tracking and reporting.

- Graphic Design Tools: Tools to create polished visual assets for training materials.

- Content Management & Collaboration: Familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, for document collaboration and version control.

- Data & Analytics Tools: Comfortable using Excel, LMS reporting dashboards, or basic PowerBI/Tableau reports to track engagement and training effectiveness.

- Project Management Platforms: Experience with AzureDevOps (AzDO) to manage project backlogs, sprints, tasks, and cross-function collaboration.

- Proven ability to assess learning needs, develop role-based curriculum, and deliver scalable, business-aligned learning solutions

- Skilled in learning tools (LMS platforms)

- Strong understanding of adult learning principles, content optimization and agile or iterative development cycles

- Experience in working in cross-functional, matrixed environments with subject matter experts (SMEs), product teams and enterprise partners

Skills

Instructional design, E-learning, Training development, Learning Needs analysis, Curriclum development

Top Skills Details

Instructional design,E-learning,Training development,Learning Needs analysis,Curriclum development

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Soft Skills

(Required)

- Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and evolving stakeholder expectations.

- Strategic Thinking: Understands how learning solutions align with enterprise goals and dealer performance metrics.

- Collaboration: Builds trust and alignment across digital product, vendors, dealer, and enterprise teams.

- Attention to Detail: Catches inconsistencies in content design, or messaging that could confuse learners.

- Communication: Communicates clearly and confidently both visually and verbally to diverse audiences.

- Continuous Learning: Stays current with digital tools, learning trends, and feedback loops for ongoing improvement.

Education & Experience Required:

- Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or a related field(s): Learning and Development, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Business Administration or Management (with demonstrated experience in learning or enablement)

- Minimum 5 years experience in this capacity

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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