Lead Instructional Designer

Company: Alliant Credit Union
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Design and deliver innovative learning experiences supporting large-scale development programs across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to assess learning needs, build targeted training pathways, and manage learning content that enhances the employee experience. Combine instructional design expertise, strategic program management, and emerging technologies, including AI, to create impactful solutions. Continuously evaluate and refine learning initiatives to achieve measurable behavioral and performance outcomes that support organizational goals. Essential Responsibilities Design and develop multi-modal learning experiences such as eLearning, instructor-led training, virtual learning, videos, guides, and job aids leveraging AI tools to personalize content, accelerate development, and enhance learner engagement Create engaging, branded learning assets utilizing instructional design best practices and adult learning theory, while integrating AI-driven insights and automation to optimize design and delivery Develop assessments, activities, and application tools that reinforce behavior change and skill development. Create metrics dashboards, track participation, and measure learning effectiveness Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), HR Business Partners (HRBPs), and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to capture critical expertise and transform it into engaging, scalable learning solutions that drive capability building across the organization Design and implement enterprise-wide learning strategies that foster a culture of continuous growth, including structured learning pathways and competency-based development programs for emerging leaders and high-potential talent. Align initiatives with organizational priorities, succession planning, and career advancement to build leadership capability and workforce agility Align with HR COEs and business leaders to guide teams through change by embedding change management principles into development initiatives, ensuring adaptability and engagement during transformation Maintain learning content within the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure accuracy, quality standards, and an optimal user experience, while coordinating with designated team members to update content as needed Analyze organizational learning needs to recommend targeted solutions and provide insights that elevate workforce capability. Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative design practices, bringing forward ideas to enhance programs and advance overall team initiatives Education & Years of Experience Minimum - High School or Equivalent Preferred - 4 Year Bachelors Degree in Business or Related Minimum - 5 Years Instructional design, learning experience design, talent development or related Compensation & Benefits: Typical hiring range:??? ? $76,600.00 to $119,100.00? Annually. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills & knowledge. ? Benefits: Alliant provides a benefits package including health care, vision, dental, and 401k with employer match including: Annual performance bonus Work from home up to 3 days a week Paid parental leave Employee discount programs Time off including paid personal and sick days 11 paid holidays Education reimbursement *Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, or temporary employment. Adhere to and ensure compliance of all business transactions with policy and process of the Bank Secrecy Act. Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, company procedures and policies. Maintains integrity and ethics in all actions and conversations with or regarding credit union members and their accounts; complies with Privacy Act directives. The responsibilities listed do not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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