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Adtalem Global Education is hiring a Manager, Learning and Development to lead a team of instructional designers and training facilitators. This role involves managing the development and delivery of training programs, supporting learning and development strategies, overseeing training intake processes, and coordinating onboarding efforts to align training solutions with business goals.

Highlights

Manage and develop a team of 3-5 instructional designers and training facilitators
Oversee daily operations related to training program development and delivery
Support learning and development strategy execution aligned with business goals
Manage training intake process including needs assessment and stakeholder engagement
Lead creation of high-quality, engaging instructional content
Coordinate and monitor onboarding programs for consistency
Drive project management efforts for learning initiatives
Require Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred in Training, Instructional Design, or related field
4+ years in training environment focusing on instructional design; 2+ years management experience required
Proficiency with project management software and excellent communication skills
Experience in higher education and stakeholder relationship management preferred
Salary range: $70,696.34 to $108,334.92 with benefits including health insurance, 401k with 6% match, and flexible time off

Manager, Learning and Development Full Description

Company Description

About Walden University

Walden University, an Adtalem Global Education institution, supports a diverse community of adult learners from across the U.S. and other countries, who seek to achieve their academic goals and make positive, lasting social change in their professions and communities. Walden offers more than 100 online degree and certificate programs, for students pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral or certificate. Walden University has graduated more than 174,000 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

In our U.S. locations, we operate on a hybrid work model with three in-office days and two remote days per week. Starting Q1 2025, we will transition to a four-day in-office schedule, Monday–Thursday. This in-office time fosters creativity, innovation, communication, and stronger team relationships, supporting both individual and organizational success.

Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Job Description

In this position, the Manager of Learning and Development will manage the daily workflow relevant to the development and delivery of training, training programs, and resources. Under the guidance of the Senior Director, this individual will support the strategy around instructional design and development, training intake and implementation, project management, and onboarding with a focus on designated stakeholder groups within the business.

· Manage and develop a team of 3-5 instructional designers and training facilitators

· Oversee the daily operations related to the development and delivery of training programs and resources for one or more areas of the Walden organization

· Support and execute the learning and development strategy in alignment with business goals, under the direction of the Senior Director

· Manage the end-to-end training intake process, including needs assessment, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement

· Lead instructional design efforts, ensuring the creation of high-quality, engaging, and effective learning content

· Coordinate and monitor onboarding programs to ensure consistency and effectiveness across stakeholder groups

· Drive project management efforts for learning initiatives, ensuring timely and efficient delivery

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align training solutions with business needs and performance outcomes

· Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree Required

· Master's Degree with a specialization in Training, Instructional Design, or Organizational Development (or related field). Preferred

· 4+ years experience operating within a training environment, with a focus on instructional systems design. Required

· 2+ years supervisory or management experience. Required

· 1+ year project management experience, with a focus on project consultation and management. Preferred

· Experience within the higher education industry. Preferred

· Proven experience maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders within a complex business environment.

· Expertise with the full lifecycle of a learning and development function, with knowledge of the instructional design and development process; adult learning theory; and performance development/management.

· Experience managing the improvement of employee performance, including creating and tracking measurement criteria and ensuring that training programs are contributing to organizational goals and objectives.

· Superb track record in developing and executing successful training programs.

· Exemplary organizational and time management skills.

· Ability to prioritize and work within a fast-paced environment.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

· Proficient computer skills required, including Project Management software.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $70696.34 and $108334.92. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
12 Paid Holidays

For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.

You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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