Learning Experience & Technology Specialist

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking a Learning Experience & Technology Specialist to design and curate learning resources, support learning systems, and consult with university partners on learning solutions. This hybrid role focuses on accessibility and ongoing improvement of learner experiences across the campus.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in instructional design or educational technology, strong communication skills, and experience with learning platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in instructional design, learning experience design, educational technology, adult learning, organizational learning, or a related field.
• Typically 3–5 years of relevant experience designing, developing, or supporting workplace learning experiences and resources.
• Demonstrated experience applying adult learning and learning design principles to create practical, effective learning experiences that support application on the job.
• Experience consulting with stakeholders on learning needs and providing guidance on learning approaches, resources, or solutions.
• Experience using learning technologies or digital platforms to develop, deliver, manage, or support learning.
• Strong communication, collaboration, consultation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop learning experiences that build capability, provide opportunities for practice, and help employees and leaders apply learning in their work.
• Develop, curate, and organize learning resources and pathways that help employees find and use learning at the point of need.
• Use learner needs, performance needs, utilization data, and feedback to inform learning design and continuously improve the learner experience.
• Consult with university partners to understand learning needs and recommend appropriate learning approaches, resources, technologies, and delivery methods.
• Build capability by providing learning design expertise, guidance, tools, and feedback that help others create and deliver effective learning experiences.
• Advise on accessibility and online learning standards and help them apply those requirements to their learning experiences and resources.
• Track and analyze participation, utilization, learner experience, and available outcome data to understand how learning resources and platforms are being used and where improvements are needed.
• Develop regular reports and insights that support decisions about learning offerings, resources, platforms, and priorities.

Skills

Instructional design

Learning design

Educational technology

Adult learning

Organizational learning

Stakeholder consultation

Learning technologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Learning management system (LMS)

Job description

The Learning Experience & Technology Specialist is part of the Organizational Effectiveness team within University Human Resources and helps make employee learning effective, accessible, and sustainable across the University of Iowa. The position combines learning design, learning technology, and consultation to help employees build capability and apply learning in ways that strengthen performance. The specialist develops and curates learning resources, supports and improves the systems that enable learning, and provides learning and design expertise to colleagues across the university.

There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold the University’s commitment to creating welcoming and respectful environments for all.

What You May Do In This Role

• Design and develop learning experiences that build capability, provide opportunities for practice, and help employees and leaders apply learning in their work.
• Develop, curate, and organize learning resources and pathways that help employees find and use learning at the point of need.
• Use learner needs, performance needs, utilization data, and feedback to inform learning design and continuously improve the learner experience.
• Consult with university partners to understand learning needs and recommend appropriate learning approaches, resources, technologies, and delivery methods.
• Build capability by providing learning design expertise, guidance, tools, and feedback that help others create and deliver effective learning experiences.
• Advise on accessibility and online learning standards and help them apply those requirements to their learning experiences and resources.
• Track and analyze participation, utilization, learner experience, and available outcome data to understand how learning resources and platforms are being used and where improvements are needed.
• Develop regular reports and insights that support decisions about learning offerings, resources, platforms, and priorities.

For a full job description, including all duties and competencies assigned, please e-mail the contact listed below.

About University Human Resources

University Human Resources is responsible primarily for programs and policies that attract, develop, and retain qualified staff, and for providing programming which enhances the well-being and effectiveness of the University community. To consistently meet the changing needs of our many customers, University Human Resources is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in instructional design, learning experience design, educational technology, adult learning, organizational learning, or a related field.
• Typically 3–5 years of relevant experience designing, developing, or supporting workplace learning experiences and resources.
• Demonstrated experience applying adult learning and learning design principles to create practical, effective learning experiences that support application on the job.
• Experience consulting with stakeholders on learning needs and providing guidance on learning approaches, resources, or solutions.
• Experience using learning technologies or digital platforms to develop, deliver, manage, or support learning.
• Strong communication, collaboration, consultation, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience administering or supporting a learning management system or other digital learning platform.
• Experience applying accessibility principles and standards to digital learning content and experiences.
• Experience using learning data, feedback, or evaluation results to improve learning experiences.
• Experience curating digital learning resources or developing self-service learning and performance support.
• Experience using or exploring emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to support learning.
• Experience working effectively in a complex or decentralized organization.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions, contact Jade Rogers at [e-mail].

Benefits Highlights

Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

About Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Instructional Serv Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Organization: University Human Resources
• Contact Name: Jade Rogers
• Contact Email: [e-mail]