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SHRM is a member-driven catalyst for creating better workplaces where people and businesses thrive together. As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and thought leader on issues and innovations impacting today’s evolving workplaces. With nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries, SHRM touches the lives of more than 362 million workers and their families globally.

Summary
The Senior Instructional Designer (SID) is responsible for the analysis, design, and development of SHRM’s consumer products in order to meet the mission of elevating the HR profession, the HR professional and the human in business. Using instructional design (ID) methodologies and adult learning principles, the SID is responsible for creating a variety of innovative learning deliverables including, synchronous in-person and virtual programs, asynchronous digital products, and hybrid learning that includes foundational knowledge, interactive simulations, and multimedia elements. The SID participates in cross-functional collaboration within SHRM to generate training for both the SHRM workforce and external audiences across all career levels.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, designs, and develops SHRM learning deliverables in alignment with SHRM’s audience structure.
• Practices self-directed project management, while ensuring timeline goals are met, and manages multiple projects concurrently.
• Cultivates relationships with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Collaborates cross functionally for training generation, expertise consulting, and participates in SHRM events when called upon.
• Creates program materials that are accessible to WCAG 2.2 Level AA standard, and only uses tools and products that are fully accessible to learners.
• Conducts annual audits of SHRM programs to determine necessary updates and redesign needs.
• Maintains a competitive ID edge by remaining informed with emerging ID and Talent and Development (T&D) trends, technologies, and practices.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education:

• SHRM considers a variety of education and experience combinations. We look forward to evaluating your unique background to join our team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Systems Design (ISD) a plus
• Master’s degree in ISD or ISD technology

Experience:

• Seven (7) years’ experience serving as a full-time ID.
• Knowledge and experience in the HR field a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative, and Articulate 360 suite of tools.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively listen, understand business requirements and translate them into products.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and collaboration skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Certifications

• ISD technology certification preferred.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred.

Physical Requirements
This position operates in a typical office environment and requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements may include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.

Work Environment

Hybrid Position (3 Days In-Office, 2 Days Remote):

• This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence [three days per week] and remote work [two days per week]. Core work hours will be designated by the department. The office environment includes a standard workstation setup with collaborative spaces, while remote work requires a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home workspace. Employees must maintain availability during standard business hours and adhere to company policies for both in-office and remote work.

Travel: 0 – 10%

The hiring range for this position is $83,000 to $98,000 per year. This range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. SHRM offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. The benefits for this position include professional growth and development, health, dental, vision, well-being, health savings, flexible spending, retirement, open leave, and annual discretionary bonus and incentives.

Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

SHRM is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).

We do not sponsor applicants for work visas.