Hybrid Learning and Performance Specialist bei CARF International

Career Opportunity

Ignite Potential: Learning & Performance Specialist Wanted to Enhance our Team
Do you have a passion for unleashing potential and driving performance? A dynamic Learning & Performance Specialist is needed to design, develop, and deliver impactful learning experiences.

Application Deadline: August 8, 2025

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and responsibilities are the essential functions of this job that an individual must be able to perform with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Utilizing performance improvement techniques to address individual/organizational performance opportunities. In collaboration with key stakeholders/subject matter experts, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Identifying learning needs and conducting performance gap analyses, varying in complexity, to determine root causes.
  • Recommending learning solutions (e.g., training, job aids) or other interventions (e.g., communication, process improvement) for strategic project approval.
  • Implementing solutions and/or interventions, guiding the change management process, and evaluating the results, as appropriate.
• Utilizing instructional design methodologies to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate corporate learning solutions. In collaboration with key stakeholders/subject matter experts, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • In partnership with project lead/sponsor, developing/maintaining ID project plans outlining, at minimum, executive summary; problem statement, business and alignment to CARF strategic plan; assumptions, risks, and/or constraints; targeted audience; proposed solutions and deliverables; project scope and timelines; team/key stakeholders and approval workflows; and communication, implementation, measurement and evaluation plans.
  • Developing/maintaining high-level and detailed design documents outlining educational program requirements, learning goals and objectives, training content, and delivery methods.
  • Applying agile ID methodologies to develop blended learning solutions to meet established educational objectives; develop/facilitate train-the-trainer curriculum/materials; and updating curriculum/materials as needed, based on system enhancements, operational changes, and/or regulatory/policy changes.
  • Applying adult learning theories to create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances knowledge transfer and retention.
  • Developing/maintaining various levels of competency-based assessment tools to measure training efficacy against established educational objectives and utilizing feedback/results to improve training design and implementation practices.
  • Ensuring adherence to accessible and inclusive design principles.
  • Aligning existing professional development/continuing education opportunities with position competencies to guide in prescriptive performance improvement and converting/repurposing existing instructor-led courses to an elearning format, as appropriate.
  • Enhancing the trainer/learner experience through utilization of innovative learning technology and providing recommendations for strategic application of new and/or integrated technology solutions based on current industry trends and enhancements.
• Adhering to ethical principles and company policies regarding the safeguarding of restricted and/or confidential information obtained as part of HRET department activities.

Special job demands

• Flexible work schedule required.

Note: Duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive and may change at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The market entry salary for this exempt position is $63,417 - $66,588 USD annually, payable semi-monthly. Actual starting salary is commensurate with education and experience. CARF offers a competitive compensation and premium benefits package; e.g., medical/dental/life/disability insurance, medical and childcare flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement savings account, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive wellness program, employee assistance program, goal sharing and other performance award programs. 
 

WORK LOCATION
Based in Tucson, AZ, this position may be eligible for relocation assistance and part-time (up to 2 days per week) remote work.

Qualifications

The following qualifications represent the training, education, certifications, licensures, and/or work experience required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities successfully:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human resources development, instructional design, project management, education, or related field and (7) seven years related professional experience required. Master’s degree and five (5) years related professional experience preferred. CARF accreditation/survey process knowledge preferred.
• Specialized training and/or demonstrated knowledge of full-cycle instructional systems design, human performance improvement/technology, and complex project management required.
• Learning technology (e.g., course authoring software, learning management/learning content management systems, webinar/virtual meeting platforms, web-based surveys) experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills necessary to effectively manage various large scale learning and performance initiatives from inception to implementation required.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully maintain the highest level of confidentiality, ethics, and professional standards required.
• Demonstrated skill in establishing/maintaining professional and collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders and influencing organizational decision making in order to achieve established strategic goals and objectives required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office required and functional mastery of AIMS preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. Does not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status, including but not limited to H-1B visa status.