Job Title:  Senior Talent Training Specialist

Job Code:  107856

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Talent Strategy, the Sr. Talent Training Specialist will oversee and act as the subject matter expert in the design, development, and maintenance of new and existing talent and leadership development curriculum and materials across NiSource. This is a senior level individual contributor with the expertise, autonomy, and authority to develop robust, learning solutions for the enterprise. They will build a strong rapport with internal customers to analyze competency / capability gaps to design and lead learning solutions. Direct and perform such tasks as needs analysis as well as the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training courses, curriculum, and materials. This position will execute and measure effectiveness of training programs and operate as a functional contact of the Workday Learning platform.

Key Results:

· Talent and leadership development programs aligned to NiSource values, mission, competency model and business strategy

· Readily available programs, resources, and tools to address talent management and leadership development needs both in HR and across the business at all levels

· Effective collaboration with HR and business partners

· Streamlined talent and leadership development programs leveraging core technology platforms i.e., Success Factors, Workday, etc.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the design, development and execution of simple, scalable, and sustainable talent and leadership development solutions that identify and enable the future talent needs to execute business strategy across NiSource. Manages, develops, implements, and facilitates program content for and support of the NiSource leadership development curriculum to all levels of audiences, as needed.

 

·        Stays ahead of external trends and industry best practices to design, develop, implement, manage, and enhance learning experiences for the NiSource employee

• ·        Assesses business needs and defines key training deliverables

• ·        Evaluates, supervises, and manages external vendors, as needed, for learning solutions
• ·        Determines appropriate training methodology based on content, available time and resources, and business needs
• ·        Develops and implements training ensuring superior learner experience, effectiveness, and efficiency. This includes developing and managing project/communication plans and schedules
• ·        Acts as virtual producer for instructor-led courses to manage and monitor the entire classroom environment including interactive segments as well as troubleshoot any technical problems
• ·        Writes, directs, and produces video productions used in training and other special projects
• ·        Creates training materials that may include eLearning modules, facilitator and participant guides, ppt decks, job aids, video tutorials, etc.
• ·        Supports the administration of the MySource web page.
• ·        Monitors and evaluates training effectiveness through post training evaluations making modifications to the program design to increase program efficiency
• ·        Thoroughly tests training in Workday Learning before launching to ensure the learner experience, navigation, course assignment, course flow, and reporting features are all working as intended
• ·        Serves as the key point of contact for Workday Learning, addressing questions and requests in a timely and professional manner
• ·        Leads the administration of the Workday Learning platform for the TM team including new releases and partners with HRIS team to streamline Workday processes and reporting
• ·        Provides training reports, training metrics, and dashboards to business partners, as required

 

Required Qualifications for Position

· Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or 5+ years’ experience in a training or instructional design position

· Expert user of Articulate 360, Camtasia, Canva, and Vyond

· Expertise in using learning management systems to administer course offerings

· Proficient in knowledge and navigation of virtual delivery platforms such as MS Teams needed for managing session content and interactive elements

· Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

· Strength in building trusted relationships and working collaboratively across organizational boundaries

· Ability to work remotely, stay organized and prioritize in a fast paced, dynamic environment

· Exceptional project management skills to formulate a plan of action and effective execution of the plan

· Ability to exercise independent judgment to make timely decisions, solve complex problems and prioritize projects/responsibilities to drive results

· Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and support multiple people/programs simultaneously with a strong attention to detail

· Demonstrated customer service skills (both internally and externally) at all levels within the organization from entry level to the executive levels

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Travel 15-20%

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• ·   Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Organizational Development
• ·   Previous Workday experience (Talent, Performance, and Learning)
• ·   Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Applications
• ·   Videographer of training videos; Video editing
• ·   Graphic Design
• ·   Facilitation skills

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

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Job Title:  Senior Talent Development Consultant

Job Code:  106126

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Talent Strategy, the Sr. Talent Development Consultant will drive NiSource values, mission, and competency model through talent management programs and processes that are strategically linked to the organization’s business strategy. This is a senior level individual contributor with the expertise, autonomy, and authority to develop robust, whole system solutions for the enterprise. They will partner and collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Utilities Training, Field Experience, Change Management, Organization Effectiveness, Employee Relations, HR Leadership, and Business Leaders to lead the planning, design, development, implementation, and sustainment of processes/programs that increase employee engagement and accelerate performance to deliver business results. To include performance management, succession management, talent review, leadership development and targeted development programs for diverse talent, and other strategic initiatives. They will operate as the functional contact of talent management technology.

Key Results:

· Increased understanding of the current state of talent and future talent requirements

· Readily available programs, resources, and tools to address talent management and leadership development needs both in HR and across the business at all levels

· Increased quantity and quality of “ready now” leaders at all levels across NiSource creating a diverse talent pipeline

· Effective collaboration with HR and business partners

· Streamlined talent management processes/programs leveraging core technology platforms i.e., Success Factors, Workday, etc.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and execution of simple, scalable, and sustainable talent and leadership development strategies that identify and enable the future talent needs to execute business strategy across NiSource. Manages, develops, implements, and facilitates program content for and support of the NiSource leadership development curriculum to all levels of audiences, as needed.

 Talent & Technology Management

• ·        Designs, develops, implements, and maintains processes, programs, and technology in support of talent management strategy ensuring superior employee experience, effectiveness, and efficiency (i.e., performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, executive coaching, targeted development for diverse talent, etc.)
• ·        Influences and engages key business stakeholders to design and execute NiSource-wide strategies to accelerate performance and development of leaders in alignment with success profiles and/or competency model (i.e., individual development planning, coaching, mentoring, learning solutions, etc.) 
• ·        Facilitates decision-making of sr. leaders across business units to align on approach, resourcing, and timing for implementation of talent strategies
• ·        Assists with identification of assessment tools and technologies that align with the competencies identified for each level of leadership and/or role (i.e., 360s, leadership style indicators, etc.)
• ·        Partners effectively with external vendors and internal resources, as needed, for talent and leadership development solutions
• ·        Serves as a key point of contact to the business for talent management programs and technology, addressing questions and requests in a timely and professional manner
• ·        Develops learning material and facilitates learning events to ensure NiSource-wide adoption of talent management programs, processes, and technology
• ·        Manages the administration of the Workday Talent & Performance platform including new releases and partners with HRIS team to streamline Workday processes and reporting
• ·        Designs evaluation strategies to collect feedback, assess the effectiveness of solutions, and make recommendations for improvements

Leadership Development

·        Stays ahead of external trends and industry best practices to design and develop strategies that meet anticipated strategic enterprise-wide leadership development needs based upon talent and business strategy  

·        Strategically works across functional and organizational boundaries and/or may lead teams in the development and delivery of learning solutions

·        Consults with executive and business leaders to diagnose needs and identify learning or related projects and recommend appropriate actions 

·        Markets, educates, and communicates with business and peers on resources, initiatives, and curriculum 

·        Oversight of scheduling, documentation, logistics, and coordination of development events conducted by team

·        Facilitates leadership development curriculum in a virtual and/or in-person instructor-led classroom setting

·        Partners with Talent Training Specialist and/or Utilities Training team to post, assign and track learning solution in learning management system

Required Qualifications for Position

· Bachelor’s degree

· 6+ years’ experience in a talent development related role designing and executing integrated development processes and tools across multiple functions, regions, or geographies

· 6+ years’ experience in analysis, design, development, implementation, and facilitation of leadership and interpersonal skill learning solutions

• ·   Ability to gain an understanding of organization’s business goals and translating business strategy into development needs
• ·   Strength in building trusted relationships, collaborating across teams, and influencing partners – peers, senior leaders, and team members

· Exceptional project management skills to formulate a plan of action and effective execution of the plan

· Ability to exercise independent judgment to make timely decisions, solve complex problems and prioritize projects/responsibilities to drive results

· Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and support multiple people/programs simultaneously with a strong attention to detail

· Demonstrated customer service skills (both internally and externally) at all levels within the organization from entry level to the executive levels

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Excellent facilitation skills

· Works collaboratively and cooperatively across organizational boundaries

· Previous experience with competency models such as DDI and/or Korn Ferry

· Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

· Travel 15-20%

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• ·   Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Organizational Development
• ·   Previous Workday experience (Talent, Performance, and Learning)
• ·   Certifications such as DDI, Korn Ferry Leadership Architect, DiSC, Hogan, SHRM

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

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Job Title:

Learning and Development Senior Analyst

Department:

Business and Finance | Office of the Controller

The Learning and Development Senior Analyst resides in the Office of the Controller. This position will be dedicated to developing learning and performance support for the financial policies, procedures, and process changes. This position will require a fast-paced, rapid developer. The incumbent employs instructional design methodologies to systematically develop instructional specifications and financial training content using learning and instructional theory to ensure the quality of instruction from inception through implementation. Responsible for the translation of course content and/or concepts that supports learning following accepted design standards created during the instructional development process. Develops and deploys computer-based training and interactive e-learning courses and training modules. Collaborates with subject-matter experts to develop or enhance content and utilize best-practice mechanisms to deliver content to learners. Shares expertise in the development and use of e-learning methodologies for course design. Creates or documents development standards, templates and story boards. Manages e-learning content vendors and liaises with internal and external technical resources to ensure connectivity. Engages with technical and business resources to ensure courses are properly assigned to learners. Measures the effectiveness of learning and development programs in attracting, developing, motivating, and retaining a productive and engaged workforce. Responsible for maintaining inventory of learning support materials, liaising with vendors, ensuring integrity of learning records, and invoice management. Uses technology-based learning interventions, programming skills, adult learning principles, project management techniques, and instructional design methodologies to analyze, research, implement, plan, design, and evaluate learning activities and user tests; operates technology tools and software to integrate knowledge and learning experiences with software tools to improve the business performance (e.g., Captivate, Articulate, Dreamweaver, cascading style sheets, Flash, Photoshop, Snag-It) of financial and fiscal professionals throughout campus; trains other staff members on use of technology tools; assists with instructor-led learning as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in instructional design, workforce development, education, graphic design, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; student teaching or four (4) years of experience in assessing, researching, designing, developing, evaluating & delivering instruction & associated materials for adult learners; two (2) years of experience in use of software &/or application systems to create and deliver accessible, technology-based training (e.g., Captivate, Articulate, Dreamweaver, CourseMill, Lectora); 18 months experience using Microsoft Office; six (6) months of experience in web art manipulation programs (e.g., Flash, Photoshop); one (1) year of experience with learning management systems (e.g, Cornerstone, Moodle, D2L); strong facilitation and presentation skills; strong project management skills; competence in dealing with diverse populations.

Desired Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field; student teaching or six (6) years of experience in assessing, researching, designing, developing, evaluating & delivering instruction & associated materials for adult learners; four (4) years of experience in use of software &/or application systems to create and deliver accessible, technology-based training (e.g., Captivate, Articulate, Dreamweaver, CourseMill, Lectora); one (1) year of experience in web art manipulation programs (e.g., Flash, Photoshop); 2 years experience using programming languages (e.g., html, dhtml, xml, css, javascript).

Additional Information:

The target hiring range for this position is $62,700 to $83,600 per year.

Location:

Blankenship Hall (0360)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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