If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Grade: Professional 308Pay Range: $73,000.00 - $109,400.00
Job Description
Location: Hybrid – 4 days/week onsite in Salt Lake City, UT , 1 day remote. Relocation Assistance Provided
What You'll Do:
The People Development Partner is a strong and motivated individual who designs and builds development opportunities and consults to enhance competencies and effectiveness for a variety of WGU audiences. This individual contributes to analyzing, designing, developing, and evaluating learning and performance improvement solutions to close performance and skill gaps. They partner and assist with highly confidential talent management activities. This individual is responsible for learners' success in achieving learning objectives and providing data-driven results to management. The People Development Partner creates and collaborates on learning and performance improvement solutions and tools (in-person and virtual learning experiences, e-learning, job aids, coaching, learning management systems and other learning technologies).
Main Responsibilities Include:
Conducts needs analysis on projects of all levels of complexity and collaborates to develop and maintain learning experiences for faculty and staff.
Facilitates effective instruction and discussions regarding new and current training materials. Provides feedback to the People Development team on solutions’ effectiveness in changing behavior and achieving business results.
Serves as a model for carrying out WGU’s mission and strategic vision, consistently exhibiting WGU Leadership Principles in all aspects of service to students, employees, and partners of WGU.
May develop training materials, assessments, surveys, and other tools for measuring the effectiveness of training.
Collaborates effectively through diverse avenues with a variety of management, team members, and employees throughout the organization.
Participates in analyzing, selecting, and integrating technologies into learning solutions and teaches others to effectively utilize technology and adapt to changes in technology to support essential job functions.
Collaborates with their leadership in determining appropriate actions for atypical situations or developments outside the scope of the originally assigned project.
Engages in creative problem-solving to drive continuous improvement. Assists management in identifying development needs of employees and leaders within WGU.
Models leadership and professionalism at all times. Takes initiative and is self-managed with specific project assignments.
Demonstrates accuracy and professionalism throughout their daily operations.
Provides operational learning & development support for in-person, online, and asynchronous learning events.
Promotes and drives usage of People Development solutions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill, Abilities, and Competencies You'll Need to Be Successful:
Experience with and knowledge of virtual learning technology, systems, and instructional methods.
Ability to present topics and information in a dynamic, engaging, and effective way.
Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation skills (both in-person and virtual). Tactfulness and discretion are required in communications as the subject matter often involves sensitive material.
Ability to collaborate creatively with colleagues inside and outside the department in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to track tasks/deliverables and remain organized.
Ability to maintain a positive and influential attitude with all members of WGU.
Ability to work without supervision in a fast-paced environment.
A developed understanding of the people and operations at WGU, including an understanding and appreciation of the competency-based education model.
Ability and temperament to proactively consider the needs of others.
Creative mindset for recommending new initiatives.
Attention to detail in keeping development materials updated and effective in order, flow, and learning curve.
Skills in planning, organizing, and self-management required with the ability to manage multiple projects at different stages.
Strong written communication and copy-editing skills.
Ability to take content outlines and SME-provided materials and transform to add value for the intended audience.
A willingness to be innovative and take risks that promote successful learning outcomes.
Works to achieve operational targets within job areas impacting department, function, or office results, as well as helping customers achieve their key results.
Responsible for employing adjustments or recommended enhancements to systems and processes to solve problems or improve the job area’s effectiveness while leveraging a systems-thinking approach.
Ability and willingness to have a growth mindset. Also, provide & receive constructive, professional feedback from others.
Minimum Requirements:
3+ years of instructional design experience with Bachelor’s degree.
Proficient use of educational technology platforms and common software packages, such as an LMS System, MS Office and SharePoint.
Knowledge of, and experience with applying distance-learning and adult-learning principles.
Experience in course and curriculum development.
Acceptable level of internet connectivity to allow full participation in learning & development activities, according to the WGU Employee Handbook.
Preferred Qualifications:
4+ years recent experience or Master's degree (or equivalent).
Experience with learning and course authoring software (e.g., Rise, Storyline).
Familiarity with visual design principles and software (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Physical Requirements:
Position & Application Details
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.
Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
