Learning & Development Program Lead

AESO; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian power system operator is seeking a Learning & Development Program Lead in Calgary. This full-time role involves collaborating on training programs for Alberta's electricity industry and requires a post-secondary education, a strong background in learning and development, and project management skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid work arrangement. Ideal candidates will have experience in adult learning methodologies and designing effective training programs.

Benefits

Paid vacation and flex time

Health and dental benefits

Mental health support

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corporate learning and development or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in designing and executing strategic learning programs.
• Solid knowledge of program planning and adult learning methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experts to assess learning needs for Market Participants.
• Develop and manage the training program for Alberta's electricity market.
• Ensure training aligns with the change management strategy.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Critical thinking

Instructional design

Adult learning principles

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma

Certificate in Workplace or Adult Learning

Tools

Articulate 360

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

If you are a current AESO employee or contractor, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday.

Role

Reporting to the Director, People & Culture, the Learning & Development (L&D) Program Lead plays a key role in leading the assessment and design of AESO’s Internal and External Training Programs. This role works collaboratively to support the Transformation Management Office and Market Participant Readiness to ensure the program meets the learning needs of current and prospective Market Participants in Alberta’s electricity industry.

Compensation and Work Arrangement

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to assess and define learning needs for Market Participants within Alberta’s electricity industry.
• Establish clear success metrics and evaluation criteria for the Market Participant Training Program.
• Identify effective strategies to reach required audiences and ensure equitable access to learning for participation in Alberta’s new market.
• Design a holistic Market Participant Training Program to prepare Market Participants for Alberta’s redesigned electricity market.
• Develop a project plan to manage the design, development, and implementation of the External Training Program.
• Ensure the training programs, internally and externally, support overall Market Participant readiness.
• Ensure the training program aligns with the Transformation Management Office’s change management strategy.
• Collaborate with the Learning & Development team to strengthen SME and trainer capabilities and develop high-quality training materials.
• Partner with instructional designers and subject matter experts to define audience-specific learning outcomes and design appropriate learning solutions.
• Track, manage expenses, and report on time for the Market Participant Training Program.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree/diploma required.
• Certificate in Workplace or Adult Learning, or equivalent.
• 10 or more years in corporate learning and development OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing and executing strategic, complex learning program plans.
• Strong, proven project management capabilities.
• Proven leadership in the development and execution of organization-wide learning programs.
• Demonstrated success delivering large-scale system implementation learning initiatives.
• Solid knowledge of adult learning principles, program planning, and instructional design methodologies.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to apply creative problem-solving approaches.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and drive projects to completion.
• Hands-on experience with the Articulate 360 software suite.
• Experience using Adobe Creative products or comparable design tools.
• Background in the utilities industry considered an asset.

Application deadline: February 14, 2026

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