Learning Content Developer - REMOTE from any US based location

About the role

CNO Financial Group is hiring a Learning Content Developer who will use a combination of project management and instructional design skills to create effective learning solutions. The role works across departments and with training team members to create a learning blueprint and learning content that meets performance and organizational objectives. The Learning Content Developer's deliverables will include an analysis of learning and performance needs, learning content to support the identified need, recommended learning design, and a clear, measurable means to determine the impact and effectiveness of the learning. The successful delivery of learning and performance solutions will ensure the continued development of a strong, knowledgeable, customer-focused talent pipeline, drive the engagement and retention of talent, and achieve business results.

Responsibilities

• Apply instructional design principles to a wide variety of educational formats, e.g. blended learning, social media, and mobile technologies.
• Design innovative approaches to learning, leveraging the right modalities or methodologies (e.g. microlearning, e-modules, collaborative learning, action learning projects, peer coaching, etc.).
• Ensure learning and performance objectives are appropriate to the audience and that the training materials meet the learning and performance objectives.
• Analyze organizational, group and individual performance needs to develop learning content specific to Enterprise Operations.
• Gather feedback about what's working well and where adjustments are needed.
• Analyze and identify trends in feedback that indicate learning content successfully addresses root causes and immediate needs.
• Take ownership of and periodically review (library) content to ensure that it maintains relevance and accuracy/quality of content (make sure library is current and accurate) and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Review and test new and revised curriculum offerings from other team members, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement; contribute to new curriculum or program ideas.
• Stay up to date on learning and performance trends, as well as trends in Enterprise Operations and the insurance industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent to 8 years of work-related experience in instructional design and adult learning required, master's degree preferred.
• 4 years of instructional design experience required.
• Experience in the financial services industry is a plus.
• Strong ability to apply training theories and principles, including applied behavioral science, adult learning theory, and/or established industry models of evaluation.
• Capable of translating complex concepts and ideas and convey them in a simple, easy-to-understand format and flow.
• Able to write course objectives and create effective assessment questions and learning activities.
• Clearly and concisely conveys training content in a manner that engages learners and improves learning retention rates in multiple learning modes.
• Skilled at developing engaging interactions using adult learning and instructional design (ADDIE, SAAM) best practices.
• Experience in developing storyboards and experience with authoring software such as Articulate Storyline or Camtasia.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail while also able to see overall picture.
• Skilled at working productively on multiple projects, while meeting tight deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and develop collaborative, productive relationships within teams and with key stakeholders.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to organize and prioritize effectively.

What will set you apart

• Master's degree in Instructional design or adult learning or equivalent 12 years of related work experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Performance-based bonus or sales incentive
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and 10 corporate holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance
• Mental & Financial Well-Being Resources

Pay

Compensation Pay Range: $67,000.00 - $100,400.00 Annual

Schedule

This position may work fully remotely from any US-based location, provided they are able to work Central or Eastern Time hours. All work must be performed within the United States, and occasional travel to corporate offices may be required. Associates living within 60 miles of a corporate office (Carmel, IN; or Chicago, IL) have access to work from that location as needed.