Lead Instructional Designer

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package.

The package includes a comprehensive health insurance plan featuring a low co-pay and no deductible plan as well as dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage;

flexible spending accounts; competitive paid time off; relocation assistance; 401(k) and profit sharing; and education advancement.

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Position Overview :

The Instructional Designer leads the assessment of Operations learning needs through the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs that facilitate the professional development and continuous learning of team members.

The Instructional Designer is an expert in Training Interventions and is responsible for performing advanced, specialized, and project-related duties within training.

The person in this position works collaboratively at organizational and developmental levels to ensure that all training activities support the business goals.

This role is based in Thief River Falls or Bloomington, Minnesota, and will require a minimum of two days per week in the office and be available for projects in the office as needed.

Travel required, at times, domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities :

Assess, design, develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate programs that support organizational objectives and align with the organization’s business goals

Research the latest trends in education and instructional design

Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts

Effectively utilize current learning delivery platforms and tools to support training, including eLearning (Articulate), gamification, self-paced, etc.

Conduct and / or collect research and collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)

Collect data on training needs by interviews, workplace shadowing, and research training data

Track training outcomes and ensure alignment to the business objectives

Develop and drive cross-functional goals and objectives by collaborating with internal departments to develop training materials that achieve defined learning objectives

Provide insight, facilitation, team development, whole systems analysis, process reengineering and learning and development services in consultation with Business Partners to implement training strategies / plans

Develop, revise, and implement procedures in relation to course content

Observe training program(s) / session(s) in real time for effectiveness and make changes based on corporate goals / mission

Assess, develop, and implement staff development programs that support the organization’s objectives

Provides leadership, coaching, and / or mentoring to peers, trainers, and business partners as appropriate

Advise relevant professionals on how to deliver training materials

Lead and participate in special and cross-functional projects and project teams

Support the International Training Teams / Offices as needed, answer questions, and escalate to Manager when appropriate

Seek continuous improvement strategies as they related to training outcomes

Taking on additional responsibilities from Training Leadership

Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and / or country-specific requirements, inside and outside the standard role of Operations Training

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, relevant work experience

6-9 years of learning and development experience

In-depth knowledge of curriculum / instructional design theory and learning principles, and training techniques

Proven experience in designing multiple training events and / or programs

Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques

Experience in Articulate 360 and / or eLearning Software Platforms

Preferred Qualifications

Instructional Design Certification from an Accredited Institution

Experience with the electronic component distribution industry

Strong knowledge of DigiKey brand and its principles

Physical Requirements :

Work is primarily performed at a desk and / or in an office environment for 3 / 4 of the day and up

The office noise level in the work environment is typically, moderate

Generally, spend the workday at a workstation or in a training environment and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse, and screen

Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body