About the Role

As Senior Talent Development Designer, you will lead the creation and delivery of innovative learning experiences that support business strategies and embody Kohl’s Purpose and Values at every level. You will independently manage complex learning projects from concept to completion, partnering with organizational leaders and applying the ADDIE methodology and adult learning principles.

What You’ll Do

Investigate subject matter and business needs by asking insightful questions, seeking feedback and developing an instructional design strategy that aligns with organizational goals

Effectively influence business partners and leaders to adopt design recommendations and pivot to alternate solutions 

Deliver engaging live and virtual facilitation by creating space for dialogue, adapting to participant needs, and bringing confidence, presence and credibility to every session. 

Adjust content in real time and use facilitation techniques that draw out perspectives, deepen understanding and connect concepts to practical application. 

Apply multiple design software tools (Articulate, Adobe Suite, Vyond, Google Sites, etc.) to create meaningful and memorable learning content

Develop and incorporate engaging stories, activities, graphics and interactions to create learning content

Lead the adoption of new learning technologies, formats and delivery channels to continuously enhance the learning experience

Leverage deep expertise and experience as a learning professional, along with internal and external business acumen, to ensure content remains relevant, current and valuable to Kohl’s learners

Lead self and peers in learning projects, including defining project scope, budget, risks and timelines in collaboration with business partners and leaders

Design and implement evaluation strategies to measure the learning experience's satisfaction and impact and inform future content development

Advise HR Operations regarding content deployment through the Learning Management System (Workday) and/or communication strategy

Mentor others in learning concepts, design tools and implementation strategies

Additional tasks may be assigned

What Skills You Have

Required

Strong written and verbal consulting and communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to achieve desired outcomes

Expertise in one or more design software tools, such as Articulate, Adobe Suite, Google Suite and Vyond

Expert facilitation skills for both in-person and virtual environments 

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Curiosity, continual learning and the ability to mentor others in the latest instructional design trends and technologies

Experience in designing evaluation strategies and analyzing data to measure the effectiveness and impact of learning programs

Commitment to continuous improvement through peer, manager and organization feedback

Confidence in using AI technology responsibly and effectively to enhance and expedite the learning design process

Experience in consulting and navigating complex, ambiguous organizational challenges

Experience in peer leadership, fostering positive project team dynamics and contributing to successful outcomes.

Occasional overnight travel

Preferred

5+ years of relevant experience in the Learning and Development field 

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Instructional Design or Adult Learning 

Experience with assessment tools such as CliftonStrengths, DiSC, etc.