Position Purpose :
At The Home Depot, we help doers get more done. In order to do this, we need the best leaders in retail . Our Enterprise Leadership Development team helps develop confident, competent, orange-blooded leaders who can effectively take care of their associates. We have a strong team of instructional designers who are focused on the goal of developing our leaders, and we're looking to add to the team.
That's where you come in! This Instructional Designer will help design, develop, and implement cutting-edge , experiential leadership development programs that build enterprise leadership capabilities throughout the leadership lifecycle. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative team that creates learning to build knowledge and, more importantly, change the way our leaders think.
When you join The Home Depot, you join a team that takes care of our people. The Instructional Designer will take care of our leaders and ensure they are equipped with the mindsets and behaviors needed to effectively lead their teams and achieve business results .
Interested? Here's what we're looking for :
- You have strong communication skills and you're comfortable communicating through technology ( WebEx , Microsoft Team s , etc.) .
- You are passionate about leadership development and have a strong background in instructional design, leadership, talent development, or psychology.
- You have a track record of using innovative approaches to develop people, particularly leaders.
- You have experience with vertical development , coaching, or leading a team.
- You have experience with Agile Learning Development or the Successive Approximation Model (SAM) .
- You are self- driven , resourceful, and excellent at project management .
- You are comfortable taking risks , communicating new ideas to a variety of audiences, being a trusted consultant and partner, and propelling current thinking about leader development to the next level.
Is this you? If so, we want to talk to you!
Key Responsibilities :
60% Create learning objectives, design documents, storyboards, and other learning design deliverables. Develop learning solutions using project-based templates. Test and debug deliverables for quality assurance. Ensure leaning solutions align with desired outcomes.10% Partner with Learning Strategy Senior Managers on confirming needs analysis and instructional strategy10% Know standard eLearning development tools and software (Articulate Storyline and Presenter, Adobe Captivate).10% Proactively communicate task and project status to client group and management10% Assist in the interviewing, selection, and onboarding of contractors and associatesDirect Manager / Direct Reports :
This position reports to Manager of Learning.This position has 0 direct reports.Travel Requirements :
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.Physical Requirements :
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.Working Conditions :
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.Minimum Qualifications :
Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.Preferred Qualifications :
Master's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Human Resource Development, Organizational Behavior and Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, or related field4 years in the Learning fieldExperience creating training deliverables for leadersExperience conducting learning needs analysisExperience with project managementExperience with Agile Learning Development or the Successive Approximation Model (SAM)Experience developing content for leaders at multiple levelsExperience working closely with leaders director-level and aboveAdvanced knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theoriesExperience applying or researching psychological methods to shape thinking and behaviorAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and OutlookAdvanced knowledge of eLearning development tools and software (i.e., Articulate Storyline / Rise , Adobe Captivate)Strong verbal and written communication skillsStrong ability to communicate and present information to various groups within THDAbility to work independently (e.g., project revisions, solving issues as they arise)Minimum Education :
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and / or GED.Minimum Years of Work Experience :
Competencies :
Proficient knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theoriesProficiency with software including Microsoft Office and standard eLearning development toolsBasic knowledge of project management principles and MS ProjectExcellent written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills
