Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Learning & Development Specialist in the Georgetown University Department of Human Resources plays a pivotal role in enhancing the professional growth of university employees through the design and delivery of both live and asynchronous training programs. This role requires a deep understanding of instructional design principles, the ability to develop engaging and effective learning experiences, and the flexibility to work with diverse learners across various departments. As part of the Department of Human Resources, the Learning and Development (L&D) team offers a variety of continuous learning opportunities, including but not limited to, online and in-person workshops, virtual toolkits, and training needs consultation to support the personal and professional growth and well-being of individual employees and teams. Duties include but are not limited to:

Design, develop, and deliver training programs tailored to the needs of University employees with a Human Resources lens and in alignment with University mission and values.

Consult with University partners and content experts to assist in developing trainings and materials that reflect best practices in adult learning principles.

Utilize best practices in adult learning and facilitation to support diverse adult learners and continuously research evolving trends in the field, applying findings to departmental projects.

Design and develop high-quality asynchronous eLearning courses using authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).

Lead and facilitate live training sessions, workshops, webinars, and other professional development events.

Manage multiple learning and development projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time and within the appropriate scope.

Use Workday Learning LMS to upload, track, and monitor online training modules and courses.

Utilize LMS analytics, Qualtrics surveys, and other tools to monitor and evaluate course participation, completion rates, and learner outcomes.

Work Interactions

The L&D Specialist reports to the Assistant Director of L&D and partners with the L&D team to design and deliver training. This position also collaborates with HR colleagues, including HR Business Partners, University Leaders, Managers, and Employees to align training with the learning & development needs across all five Georgetown campuses.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

5-7 years of experience in the area of instructional design, including designing and developing both live and asynchronous training programs

1 year of experience developing courses using eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia)

Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects or programs concurrently

Experience and understanding of the full-cycle of training from consultation, program design, content development, facilitation, and analysis

Demonstrated verbal, written, presentation, and facilitation skills

Ability and willingness to work with diverse populations and varying education levels

Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Familiarity with Zoom for live training delivery

Familiarity with Google Workplace (Gmail, Drive, Google Calendar)

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications

Advanced Degree or professional certification in talent development, organizational development, instructional design, leadership development, or learning and development

Familiarity with Workday Learning, Learning Management System (LMS)

2-4 years of experience utilizing the Zoom platform for executing or facilitating training programs

2-4 Years of experience working in Human Resources and/or a Human Resources certification

Experience with initiatives that promote diversity, equity and inclusion in an organization

Experience in a higher education environment or in the educator sector

Demonstrated passion or interest in growing a career in Human Resources or Higher Education

Bilingual with expert proficiency in Spanish & English and ability to train in both languages

Demonstrated passion for working with adult learners and promoting a culture of learning and professional growth

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance:

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.