Learning Strategist- Onsite in Seattle, WA

Overview:
Our client, a public utility company, is launching a strategic initiative to develop learner personas that will inform and tailor learning paths across the organization. This effort supports a broader talent development strategy by ensuring that training and learning solutions align with the unique needs of different role types—particularly people leaders. They are seeking a skilled Learning Strategy Consultant to lead the identification of audience segments, conduct qualitative research and interviews, analyze data, and develop a set of learner personas. This work is essential to delivering effective, role-based development programs that enhance performance and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Discovery Phase:
  • Partner with stakeholders to understand project goals and organizational context.
  • Define audience segments (buckets) within the “people leader” population.
  • Identify target individuals for interviews across three core audiences.
• Research & Analysis:
  • Conduct in-depth interviews with three distinct employee groups:
    • Front-Line Leaders (onsite, including utility plants and field locations)
    • Engineers
    • Senior Leaders and Managers
  • Analyze interview data and identify key themes, needs, and learning preferences.
• Persona Development:
  • Synthesize findings into three robust learner personas—one for each target group.
  • Present insights and personas to stakeholders with recommendations for application in future learning strategies.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience developing learner personas as part of broader learning strategy initiatives.
• Strong background in instructional design, L&D consulting, or organizational development.
• Excellent qualitative research and interview skills, with the ability to engage audiences ranging from field workers to executives.
• Preferred: Prior experience working with utilities or government clients (either FTE roles or consulting).
• Comfortable conducting interviews in a variety of environments, including plant/field settings.

Tools & Requirements:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Consultant must provide their own laptop. No additional tool licenses required.
• Use of AI tools is permitted, though not required.

Ideal Consultant Profile:

• A strategic thinker who brings ideas, not just execution.
• Proactive communicator who shares regular updates and seeks clarity when needed.
• Adaptable and personable—able to build rapport across different roles and work environments.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight.

Start Date: Late April or early May 2025
Duration: 16 – 20 weeks
Hours: Flexible
Location: partially onsite in Seattle

The pay range is $70 to $75 per hour on an independent contractor basis and is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, relevant education, certifications, and specific work location.

Clarity Consultants is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.