Learning and Development Specialist

At Corgan we are passionate about great design. We are also passionate about great people, whether they are clients, consultants, or co-workers. Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our strength lies in our people, and those people consistently exceed expectations.

We are looking for a passionate Learning and Development Specialist to join us in our Dallas office. This candidate will act as a learning and development specialist on effective and leading-edge learning and development designs that align with learning and talent development strategy to achieve desired business outcomes. Responsibilities include:

• Identify, develop, and execute Corgan-specific courses relevant to the business practices.
• Review current L&D portfolio for improvement and upgrade.
• In collaboration with the L&D Manager, design, develop, evaluate, pilot, and deliver new learning and development programs.
• Manage and ensure integrity of the learning management system to include working with vendors, system upgrades, maintenance, and advocacy (LearnUpon).
• Partner with subject matter experts to develop and deliver content in a hybrid environment.
• Create courses using course authoring software (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate, etc.).
• Facilitate in-person and virtual classes.
• Lead, coach and support the success of junior team members.
• Develop and maintain L&D metrics and analytics.
• Create, manage and leverage relationships with firm and business colleagues.
• Manage the course survey process resulting in observations and suggestions for improvement regarding training effectiveness.
• Support L&D Manager in the promotion of a Strengths-Based Organization (CliftonStrengths).

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• Consultative approach: excellent communication and influencing skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, with audiences at all management levels.
• Proficient in the entire training process, with experience in building, implementing, and managing training systems, and mastering key points of training work and project operation experience.
• Proficient in training demand research methods, training plan development, organizational implementation, and training evaluation methods.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles/previous instructional design experience.
• Strong strategic-thinking skills with an ability to collaborate with team members on best practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a complex and matrixed environment.
• Facility to manage ambiguity across multiple priorities and to know when to escalate issues for final resolution.
• Exceptional writing skills, creativity, and innovation.
• Aptitude to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in a learning and development organization.
• Experience with LearnUpon or similar learning management system.
• Experience creating and maintaining L&D metrics and analytics.
• Experience with course authoring software (e.g., Articulate, iSpring Suite, Adobe Captivate, etc.)
• Experience with CliftonStrengths is a plus.

Bachelor’s Degree Required

• Minimum 8 years of related professional experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Demonstrated, end-to-end project/program management experience: conception and initiation, planning, execution, performance/monitoring, and project close.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office skills and ability to produce high-quality deliverables:
  • In Excel, aggregate and analyze operational data to identify insights and trends.
  • In PowerPoint, tell a logically structured, succinct, and compelling story tailored to your audience; identify clear and actionable asks.
  • In Word, create clear, concise, professional communications and resources.
  • In Teams, effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders to maximize efficiency.
• CliftonStrengths experience or working within a Strengths-Based organization is a plus.

Corgan believes in partnering for success, building on our legacy for the future, and providing an excellent product. Corgan’s project sectors include aviation, data centers, commercial, education, interiors, and healthcare. Our 92% repeat client business record is a testament to our ability to serve clients in a competent, ethical, and professional manner. Corgan offers a competitive compensation and benefit package and in addition to our excellent environment, philanthropic culture and numerous awards, we offer the ability to work with the highest level of technical equipment and programs.