What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning & Development Specialist position at Connexus Credit Union?
Connexus Credit Union - Who We Are:
Serving members across all 50 states, Connexus Credit Union is a member-focused cooperative that is proud to return profits to member-owners through high yields for checking accounts and deposit products, as well as competitive rates on our loans. We are a remote first employer with the majority of our employees residing in the upper Midwest.
As an employer we foster collaboration and high performance to achieve excellence. We holistically care for and develop our employees to thrive personally and professionally. We are proud to share our success with our employees and those we serve.
Connexus offers an Amazing Benefits package:
25 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays
16 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off
401K Retirement with up to 6% employer match
Excellent Health, Dental, Vision insurance, including multiple plan options
Health Savings Account with generous employer contributions
Employer paid Life insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement from $4,000 - $7,000 per calendar year
Robust Learning and Development program that includes an annual professional development stipend
About the Role:
The Learning & Development Specialist designs and delivers engaging learning solutions, including virtual training, eLearning, job aids, etc. that advance skills and align with organizational goals. This role collaborates closely with subject matter experts and leaders to assess needs, apply adult learning principles, and create practical, accessible learning experiences. The specialist will be expected to use instructional design and facilitation skills, while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Design and develop learning solutions (eLearning, instructor-led training, job aids, videos, resources, etc.) that align with organizational strategies to support performance goals and skills development.
Apply adult learning theory, instructional design models, and best practices to create clear, engaging and accessible content.
Design and facilitate learning that aligns with adult learning principles such as relevance, experience-based learning, practice, and immediate application.
Partner with SMEs, and leaders to understand business needs to co-create learning solutions.
Assist with marketing L&D opportunities.
Back-up point of contact for the Learning Management System (LMS) to provide tracking of employee progress on their development goals; filter requests to other team members as necessary.
Participate in educational and professional organizations/opportunities.
Comply with all Federal Regulations as they pertain to your job duties, including BSA.
Position Requirements:
This position is Remote.
Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience is Required.
3 years of direct working experience within a Learning & Development role is Required.
Experience with eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Storyline, Rise, Captivate, or similar) is Required.
Expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, along with other presentation/training and development related programs is Required.
Connexus Credit Union's Employer Recognitions:
2024 Best in Class Employer, Gallagher
2025 Best Place to Work in IT, Computer World
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/41 CFR 60-1.4, 41 CFR 60-1.35
Connexus Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and fair treatment, free of discrimination and retaliation. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.