Learning Advisor (98707)

Employment Type: 

Full-time Temp Contract 6+Mos  

City: 

Calgary, AB (YYC)  

Posting Open Date: 

01/23/2024  

Posting Close Date: 

02/06/2024    (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception. 

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we’re going global. 

Join us and love where you’re going.

Remote Work:

 This position is eligible for remote work, within Canada, under our mobile workforce program. 

** This is a 16month temporary position **

The Learning Advisor role is responsible for consulting with business stakeholders and SMEs to identify and develop ‘best in class’ learning solutions aligned with business goals through their expertise in a multitude of learning modalities including face to face learning, digital learning, user experience, along with the architecture and analysis of learning effectiveness  

Key deliverables include   

• Consult with multiple groups within our organization to assess and prioritize training and development needs linked to business objectives  
• Design comprehensive learning solutions that will deliver the best return on investment for the business unit and/or group  
• Conduct and/or analyze training needs and skill assessments to develop new training or improve existing program(s)  
• Assess and select external vendors or consultants for training program creation  
• Develop and implement best practice evaluation methodologies and leverage evaluation summary reports to demonstrate return on investment (ROI) for training programs to business leaders  
• Examine the most effective learning methodologies and design training solutions including instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, self-paced, eLearning, video tutorials, informal and social learning methods  
• Determine appropriate learning objectives and evaluation metrics upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion  
• Consider user experience in all design solutions that fulfill against WestJet’s values and enable a positive employee experience  

Experience and qualifications   

• Minimum 3 years of Learning & Development experience 
• Minimum 3 years of adult education experience 
• Strong understanding of current adult learning principles and emerging trends  
• Working knowledge of applications/tools used in development & tracking of training (MS suite, LMS)  
• Strategic thinker who can conceptualize the most suitable learning design that fulfills the business need through a practical approach   
• Collaborative relationship builder who can manage internal clients and external vendors to achieve excellent results with tight restrictions   
• Professional communicator that is flexible, detail driven, with a proactive self-starter approach and exceptional time management and organizational skills  
• End-to-end design for organizational learning programs  
• Creation of comprehensive digital learning solutions using eLearning software such as Articulate Storyline, Rise or similar technologies   
• Project management and change management experience considered an asset  
• Master’s in education, degree in information design, certificate in Adult Education, and/or graphics design is considered an asset 

The benefits of being a WestJetter:  

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package.  On top of that, we offer:   

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win  
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs 

Think we are a fit?  Apply now!  

About WestJet Group of Companies  

Together with WestJet’s regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.   

Our Safety Promise  

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.  

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet’s operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet’s Alcohol and Drug Policy.   

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion  

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.  

For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.  

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