Instructional Designer of Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Programs

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Many companies offer payroll and human capital management (HCM) solutions, but Paylocity takes technology to the next level. We've evolved beyond HCM to a next-generation employee experience platform. With uniquely designed solutions to help companies engage employees, we've changed how and where work gets done and created a personalized work environment. Join Paylocity as we continue to transform the future of technology!
We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it's career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.
When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work - it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we're doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career!
There are jobs and then there are careers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!
Position Overview
The Instructional Designer will apply adult learning principles to analyze, design, develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain high quality leadership and organizational development programs content. The Instructional Designer collaborates with business partners and key stakeholders to conduct a learning needs assessment to identify learning gaps and opportunities. The Instructional Designer recommends and creates highly-engaging learning experiences for both internal and external clients and works with subject matter experts to develop learning content. The Instructional Designer is also responsible for developing learning assessments and training evaluations and is able to analyze results. The Instructional Designer will participate in professional development activities and will also play an active role in coaching and mentoring fellow designers and team members.
Primary Responsibilities

• Consult with business partners, and stakeholders to perform leadership and organizational needs analysis.
• Collaborate with SMEs to gather and analyze relevant content and to clarify learning objectives.
• Determine and recommend the proper approach to design, develop, and implement learning deliverables.
• Plan, organize and create training materials, programs and/or curricula to meet specific business objectives.
• Recommend and create learning activities that are congruent with learning objectives.
• Determine project goals/milestones based on identified business needs/timelines, and obtain appropriate approvals.
• Execute the development and implementation of learning programs and deliverables such as instructor led, eLearning, blended, or other media by using various software applications taking into account audience, business needs, and requirements.
• Develop innovative approaches that incorporate industry trends and best practices.
• Develop tools/resources for evaluating/measuring post-training learning effectiveness (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups, observations checklists).
• Gather, review, and create summaries of process and tool utilization.
• Make recommendations on enhancements to leadership programs and deliverables based on results of the evaluation.
• Ensure all materials are consistent and aligned with learning and development guidelines and established standards.
• Write scripts and talking points for eLearning modules and videos.
• Write supporting materials for learning activities such as agendas, schedules, quick reference guides, FAQs, handouts, job aids, trainer and participant guides.
• Responsible for content and process quality
• Can manage complex projects and can coach and mentor others on effective project management skills.
• Participates in cross-training/skill building activities on team and within the department.
• Additional duties as assigned

Education And Experience

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Communications, or related field or equivalent work experience
• Master's Degree in Organizational Development or Instructional Design, or Change Management related field preferred
• 5+ years' experience in instructional or process design
• Computer skills required including strong aptitude with web-based applications and expertise in MS Office programs required
• Expertise in utilizing eLearning authoring tools
• Knowledge of organizational development practices and methods including needs assessment and process design for talent management practices
• Knowledge of change management principles and tools
• Knowledge of learning theories and principles including adult learning theory
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a creative team
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Adobe Create Cloud preferred

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.
We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.
We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
This role can be performed from any office in the US. The pay range for this position is $71,783- $95,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here . Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.