Professional Development Opportunities Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Owner Operator - CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver

Company: Ace Doran

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2025

1 year of OTR/ Regional verifiable experience in the last 3 years or the same type of driving operation they are applying for. No age restrictions for tractors.

Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2025

Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding…

Data Scientist 1

Company: PayPal

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2025

We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account…

Clinical Diagnostician

Company: The Place for Children with Autism

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 05, 2025

Active (or license-eligible) Clinical Psychologist license in Illinois. Lead the design and implementation of workflows, documentation practices, and service…

CDL A Truck Driver- Increased Driver Pay

Company: PAM Transport

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 05, 2025

Earn more at PAM Transport, with our newly increased driver pay. Retirement plan w/ company matching. 3 months of CDL-A Tractor Trailer experience in the last…

Retail Sales Associate

Company: Korn Ferry RPO for Tempur Sealy

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Posted May 03, 2025

During the first year of employment, your paid time off will be pro-rated based on date of hire unless otherwise dictated by state or local law.

Chicago Tutor/Teacher – All Subjects

Company: Grade Potential Tutoring

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 05, 2025

Professional independence – use your own materials and teaching methods. Willing to travel within your preferred local radius to meet the student (typically 5-…

Assistant Director of Nursing

Company: Alden Lincoln Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 05, 2025

Current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN in this state. Coordinates an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the RAI process…

Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2025

Collaborate with and across Agile teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support technical solutions in full-stack development tools and technologies.

Sr. Golang Software Engineer - Chicago, IL or Reston, VA- ONSITE -

Company: Comcast Corporation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 05, 2025

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field. Design and develop client-facing audience products, features, and applications using…

Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Mobile Development

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 05, 2025

Develop iOS client code solutions that deliver on Product Strategy and adhere to established engineering best practices, design guidelines and principles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Professional Development roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level Learning Specialists earn $50k–$70k, mid‑level L&D Managers command $80k–$110k, and senior L&D Directors receive $120k–$160k. Executive roles such as VP of Learning can exceed $200k, especially in large tech firms.
What skills and certifications are most valued in PD positions?
Key skills include proficiency with LMS platforms like Cornerstone, SAP Litmos, or Moodle; instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM); microlearning authoring in Articulate 360 or Captivate; data‑analytics tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI); and video production. Certifications such as ATD Associate, CPLP, CILIP, or Microsoft Certified: Learning Designer boost marketability.
Are Professional Development jobs available for remote work?
Yes. Instructional Designers, Learning Technologists, and Training Specialists frequently work remotely or in hybrid models. Corporate Trainers and Learning & Development Managers may require occasional on‑site presence for workshops or pilot programs.
What career progression paths exist within PD roles?
Typical advancement moves from Training Coordinator to Instructional Designer, then to L&D Manager, followed by Director of Learning, and finally VP of Learning or Chief Learning Officer. Each step adds responsibility for strategy, analytics, and budget oversight.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Professional Development?
AI‑driven adaptive learning, microlearning on mobile, learning analytics dashboards, gamification, and skill‑marketplace platforms are elevating PD. Companies are also prioritizing continuous learning cultures to close skill gaps in data science, cybersecurity, and cloud management.

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