Learning & Development Specialist II

Position Title:

Learning & Development Specialist II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 3 years in learning and development. 
Experience with Articulate Storyline or Camtasia.
Certificate in graphic design.

Job Description:

Iowa State University is seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning & Development Specialist II to join our team. This role will focus on developing, executing, and managing training programs to support ongoing and new initiatives at the university. The ideal candidate will have experience in instructional design, training program execution, and project management, along with proficiency in a variety of learning management tools. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, build strategic relationships, and drive the successful adoption of initiatives across the university.

Example of Duties

• Develops and prepares training and instructional materials, including, but not limited to: Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs), Digital Learning Courses (DLCs), Instructor-led Trainings (ILTs) outline, Demonstration videos

• Assesses instructional need.
• Provides instruction to participants.
• Prepares training materials.
• Prepares, maintains and operates audio-visual equipment, computer equipment and software and other educational aides.
• Solicits feedback from participants via surveys and other mechanisms to determine transference of knowledge and areas of improvement.
• Tracks attendance of participants.

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

December 31, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS808

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

March 17, 2025

Posting Close Date:

March 30, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16613