Instructional Designer
Scenthound is the first membership-based franchise providing affordable and accessible wellness-focused dog care. Dogs need consistent care to keep all their parts healthy, from their Skin and Coat to their Ears, Nails, and Teeth (yes, that spells SCENT). At Scenthound we’re committed to providing every dog with the care necessary to help maintain their health and keep them clean and happy.
Founded in 2015 and Franchising since 2019, our revolutionary concept, technology-driven strategy, and proven model are fueling rapid nationwide growth. On pace to open over 100 locations by the end of 2023 and 250 by 2024, Scenthound is establishing itself as the preeminent solution for routine and preventive dog care.
Overview of Responsibilities:
The Instructional Designer reports to the Director of Learning and Development and is an essential role at Scenthound. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, producing, and managing instructor-led and asynchronous training for virtual and classroom delivery to corporate and franchise teams. The Instructional Designer will collaborate with a cross-functional team of subject matter experts to define the required learning objectives, determine the optimal learning path, and rapidly develop course materials integrating the appropriate technology options with an understanding of the target audience.
This role will also work closely with the Training Manager to promote team skill development including the use of multimedia technology, adherence to styles and standards, and the application of learning theory to content.
Requirements:
- At least three years of experience in Instructional Design
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, English, Journalism, or equivalent experience
- Ability to coach, mentor, and guide team members in instructional design skills and processes
- Experience in performing training needs analysis on complex initiatives
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with minimal direction
- Skilled at building rapport through effective interpersonal and written communication
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office, Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, and other authoring/production tools
- Ability to learn new applications, processes, and technologies quickly
- Willingness to travel up to twice per year for company events
Work Environment
- This is an on-site position at our corporate headquarters in Jupiter, FL
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop interactive virtual and asynchronous training programs using principles of ADDIE and Kirkpatrick’s Levels of Training Evaluations
- Storyboard, develop, produce, update, and evaluate training content
- Work with Subject Matter Experts and other leadership to identify and capture learning and technical requirements for requested curriculum design
- Transform complex concepts into simple training materials and on-the-job resources
- Apply an innovative mindset to solving learning design problems that arise during the development process
- Manage a fast-moving pipeline of content development and validation
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement by following up with facilitators and assessing course feedback
- Research and recommend educational innovations
- Additional responsibilities as the needs of the business evolve
Skills and Abilities:
- Confident, energetic, motivating, and encouraging
- Patient and adaptable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail oriented
- Works well individually and collaboratively in a team setting
- Organized and consistent
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Technology
- Accountability to hold self and others to Scenthound Standards
Benefits:
- Health insurance with generous company contribution
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Health Care FSA & Dependent Care FSA
- 401k plan
- Free grooming services for your dog
- Energetic, fun, loving work environment
- Unlimited growth potential with an expanding business
- $65, 000 to $75,000, depending on experience.
- Performance-based bonuses
Compensation: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
About Organization
Scenthound is the very first wellness-focused, membership-based grooming franchise! We are an emerging concept pioneering a new frontier of dog care in the booming pet industry. Our tested and proven membership-based model keeps dogs on a routine care schedule and provides monthly recurring revenue for franchise partners.