Learning Specialist

HGA; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Success sharing bonus

401(k)

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Disability insurance

Job summary

HGA is seeking a Learning Specialist in Minneapolis to design and deliver impactful learning experiences that grow employee capabilities and leadership potential. You’ll work with the HR team and Director of Learning & Development to implement programs across onboarding, professional development, and leadership growth.

The role emphasizes instructional design, program execution, and learning operations, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days in the Minneapolis office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in instructional design, learning and development, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies and adult learning.
• Experience administering Learning Management Systems and e-learning platforms.
• Proficiency with content development tools.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging learning solutions (e-learning, instructor-led, job aids, multimedia).
• Coordinate with subject matter experts to translate needs into learning experiences.
• Apply instructional design principles to create effective content and experiences.
• Ensure learning aligns with quality standards and firm priorities.
• Collaborate with leaders and SMEs to support learning initiatives.
• Manage LMS administration, content, reporting, and learner support.

Skills

Instructional design

Learning & development

LMS administration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

LMS platforms

Job description

Overview:

Empower Growth Through Learning - Learning Specialist

Location: Minneapolis, MN

At HGA, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We're seeking a Learning Specialist to help design, deliver, and continuously improve learning experiences that support employee growth, leadership development, and organizational success.

As a member of the Human Resources team, you'll play an important role in advancing HGA's learning and development strategy by creating engaging, impactful programs that build capabilities across the firm. Working closely with the Director of Learning & Development, you'll help employees at all stages of their careers develop the skills, knowledge, and experiences needed to thrive.

The Learning Specialist supports the design, delivery, administration, and continuous improvement of learning and development programs across HGA. This role combines instructional design expertise with program execution and learning operations responsibilities, serving as a key contributor to the firm's learning and development function.

Reporting to the Director of Learning & Development, you'll collaborate with leaders, subject matter experts, and HR partners to create engaging learning experiences that support onboarding, professional development, leadership growth, and organizational effectiveness. You'll help manage learning technologies, coordinate firmwide learning initiatives, measure program effectiveness, and ensure learning resources are accessible, relevant, and aligned with HGA's strategic goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, detail-oriented, and creative learning professional who enjoys designing meaningful learning experiences and helping employees reach their full potential. Through your work, you'll contribute to a culture of continuous learning, leadership development, and innovation that supports HGA's long-term success.

The role follows a hybrid work model, with a minimum of three days per week in the Minneapolisoffice.

In this role you will focus in these areas:

Learning Design & Content Development

• Design and develop engaging learning solutions, including e-learning, instructor-led materials, job aids, and multimedia content.
• Partner with subject matter experts to translate business needs into effective learning experiences.
• Apply instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and industry best practices to create effective and impactful learning content and experiences;
• Ensure learning aligns with quality standards, and firm priorities.

Program Coordination & Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with leaders, Talent Management, and subject matter experts to support learning and development initiatives.
• Assist with learning needs assessments and the development of targeted learning solutions.
• Manage multiple learning projects and priorities to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

Measurement & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate learning effectiveness through feedback, participation metrics, and other assessment methods.
• Analyze learning data and recommend improvements to programs, content, and delivery approaches.
• Research and apply emerging learning trends, technologies.

Learning Operations & Technology

• Administer and maintain the firm's Learning Management System (LMS), including content management, reporting, and learner support.
• Maintain learning resources, records, and program documentation.

What you will need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in instructional design, learning and development, talent development, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies, adult learning principles, and learning technologies.
• Experience administering Learning Management Systems and e-learning platforms.
• Proficiency with instructional design and content development tools.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted.Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensurerequirementsand/or skill level and will befinalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range:$72,000 - $91,500 depending on qualifications and experience.

Additional Information:

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy,are fueledby curiosity, and embrace thehard workthat leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is anational award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.

Learn more about ushere.