Training and eLearning Specialist

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well‑being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and implement web‑based, multi‑media development solutions using instructional methods that best suit the content and learning needs of participants.
• Develop curriculum, course material and assessment techniques that meet the defined learning objectives.
• Support design and implementation of projects.
• Provide subject‑matter support to appropriate areas.
• Collaborate proactively with team members and other internal clients to provide the most appropriate solutions to meet client needs.
• Provide technology support and program management in support of department initiatives.
• Review teaching and learning programs to assess potential for online delivery and advise on curriculum redesign/enhancement using eLearning.
• Design, develop and deliver training for leaders in support of ongoing leadership and development initiatives.
• Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, eLearning, blended learning and on‑the‑job coaching.
• Oversee the development of testing scenarios, test scripts, testing schedules, resources, and testing outcomes.
• Contribute to initiatives by creating resources, tools, and other materials to support learning and drive culture change.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under aggressive time frames.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment to meet production deadlines.
• Demonstrated presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly understand and assimilate new technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Training and Development, Business, Communications, Education, or related area, or equivalency.
• Five to seven years of curriculum development, facilitation, and instructional design experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience filming and editing video productions, including graphic elements and audio tracks.
• Experience creating and editing scripts and video concepts.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Sedentary position; may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Physical requirements include listening, manual dexterity, sitting, and speaking.