Job Description

The Instructional Designer uses their knowledge of adult learning principles to develop high-quality, high-impact learning content in support of enterprise initiatives. They work effectively with key stakeholders across multiple levels to identify training needs and to design and develop learning programs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging learning solutions across multiple modalities, including instructor-led training (ILT), virtual instructor-led training (VILT), eLearning, videos, job aids, performance support resources, and blended learning experiences.
• Create and maintain learning assets such as facilitator guides, participant guides, presentation materials, scenarios, activities, assessments, and digital learning content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to synthesize complex information into clear, learner-centered content that drives knowledge transfer and behavior change.
• Apply adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, accessibility standards, and organizational branding guidelines to all learning solutions.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and incorporate stakeholder feedback to ensure learning solutions meet business objectives and learner needs.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities, timelines, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay informed on emerging learning technologies, instructional design trends, and best practices to continuously improve learning experiences.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, or experience.

Additional Experience and Education

• 2+ years of experience in instructional design, learning and development, talent development, or facilitation. 
• Experience designing and developing instructor-led, virtual, and digital learning experiences using tools such as Storyline, Rise, Adobe Suite and Camtasia. 
• Experience supporting professional development or leadership development initiatives. 
• Prior experience partnering with business stakeholders in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong project and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with instructional design and eLearning development tools, including Articulate 360 suite (Rise and Storyline), Camtasia, and other multimedia authoring platforms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles and learning experience design best practices.
• Working knowledge of instructional design methodologies, including ADDIE and agile learning development approaches.
• Ability to design engaging, learner-centered experiences across instructor-led, virtual, self-paced, and blended learning modalities.
• Experience incorporating multimedia, interactive elements, scenarios, and performance-based learning strategies into learning solutions.
• Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to identify learning needs, extract critical knowledge, and translate complex information into clear, engaging learning experiences.
• Commitment to accessibility, quality standards, and continuous improvement in learning design and development.

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. Pay Grade 18.  $56,900 – $119,200 

Additional Information

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes: 

• Competitive base and incentive pay 
• 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations 

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

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About The Team

At Delta Dental, we’re behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we’ve served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care – but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We’ve come this far by building fair programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.

We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.

Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you’ve got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that’s transforming the future of health care, join us!

Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.

Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment.  Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category.  Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, we have adopted and maintain an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment-Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies and will not tolerate violations of these policies.

Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

*Delta Dental includes: Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental of New York

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