eLearning Specialist (12 month fixed term)
Article
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on Nov 29, 2024
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013, we have been reinventing the furniture industry one sofa at a time, it’s not easy — it requires solving challenging, meaningful problems. This is where you come in, as the eLearning Specialist, you'll be the project lead for our LMS replacement project.
Why We Need You:
You'll be a key part of the LMS implementation process, liaising with internal teams and external vendors to ensure a successful implementation. Then you'll help with transitioning our eLearning courses to Articulate Rise format, and upload, test, and organize eLearning courses, all while ensuring seamless transition and functionality.
Why We Need You:
You'll be a key part of the LMS implementation process, liaising with internal teams and external vendors to ensure a successful implementation. Then you'll help with transitioning our eLearning courses to Articulate Rise format, and upload, test, and organize eLearning courses, all while ensuring seamless transition and functionality.
We need an eLearning Specialist who is tech-savvy - understands industry trends, including learning technologies.
Why Article?
As a Particle (people of Article), you will have a high level of autonomy to solve challenging, meaningful problems the best way you can. That means you’re trusted to explore solutions you believe will work best (you’re the expert, after all). You’ll do all this while growing your skills within a company that is redefining the furniture industry.
About the Learning and Talent Development team:
- We have a team of two, you'll be our third. Our Head of P&C actually comes from a Talent & Development background -as a result, building talent is key for our People Strategy.
- We are a hybrid team - you'll be in the office 3 days per week.
- In-office days are Tuesday and Thursday, and the third day is flexible for you to choose.
- Department
- People & Culture
- Employment Type
- Fixed Term - Full Time
- Location
- Vancouver
- Workplace type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $61,000 - $72,000 / year
What You’ll Do
Executing the LMS implementation and first point of contact for support:
- Partner with PMO, IT and vendor to ensure the successful implementation of the new system
- Serve as the primary contact for LMS-related inquiries and provide timely support to employees and managers.
- Escalate complex technical issues to IT or the LMS vendor while ensuring users are kept informed.
eLearning Administration:
- Administrate and maintain the LMS, including user account creation, role assignments, and system configurations.
- Upload, test, and organize eLearning courses, ensuring seamless delivery and functionality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the LMS in collaboration with IT or external vendors.
- Manage system updates, new feature rollouts, and integrations with other platforms.
(Basic) eLearning course development and maintenance:
- Design, develop, and implement engaging eLearning courses using Articulate Storyline, Rise.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with organizational goals.
- Regularly update and enhance eLearning modules to keep content fresh and aligned with changing needs.
- Ensure all training materials are accessible, user-friendly, and compliant.
Reporting and analysis:
- Generate reports on training completion rates, user engagement, and course effectiveness for the L&D team.
- Analyze data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for enhancing training programs (high-level).
- Create dashboards or visualizations to communicate insights to stakeholders effectively.
Quality assurance and attention to detail:
- Perform testing of eLearning courses and LMS configurations to ensure accuracy and functionality.
- Maintain consistent naming conventions, file organization, and tagging within the LMS.
- Review all reports, content, and system changes for accuracy before release.
Who You Are:
- 2+ years’ experience creating eLearning in a corporate environment
- 2+ experience in learning management systems administration and eLearning authoring tools
- Knowledge of instructional design theory and adult learning principles
- Experience with Articulate Rise is an asset
- Familiarity with evaluating training results
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fast-paced, complex, remote environment
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Proficient with Gsuite
- Legally able to work in Canada
- Completion of criminal background check
Perks & Benefits:
Wealth:
- The expected salary is $61,000 to $72,000. The actual base pay can increase beyond this range and will be based on various factors, including transferable skills, training and certifications, work experience, business needs, and market demands.
Life:
- 15 days of vacation*
- 6 well-being (sick) days
- 1 Inclusion and Diversity Day
- Hybrid work: 3 days a week in the office
- Work remotely (anywhere in the world) for up to 3 weeks
Total Health:
- Excellent extended health and dental benefits packages
- $1000 health/lifestyle spending account* for your total physical and mental well-being
- TELUS Health App
- Mental Health Assistance/Counseling
- Virtual medical appointments
Office Space:
- The Article HQ is a converted warehouse, with an open accessible layout and no offices (even for our founders)
- Work from your desk, an Article sofa, collaboration spaces, or a private meeting room
- Standup desks can be requested too
- Our kitchens are stocked with salty, sweet and healthy snacks, & all the premium coffees and teas to keep you buzzing
- Onsite fitness equipment with showers and towel service
- A dog-friendly office - well-socialized pups are welcome
Getting here:
- Free street parking (first come, first serve; no reserved spots for senior leaders)
- Indoor secure bike storage with change rooms and showers
- 20-minute walk to either Main Street- Science World or VCC Clark Skytrain stations
Extra:
- 45% discount on our entire product range (15% for friends and family)
*Prorated
About Article
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013 we’ve been redefining the furniture industry one sofa at a time.
- Vancouver, Canada is home to our HQ (and our first retail store)
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is home to our Asia HQ
- Our US and Canadian logistics network serves our customers coast to coast.
Criminal Background Checks:
Having a criminal record does not restrict your employment at Article. Criminal background checks are only conducted with your permission and after a conditional employment offer has been accepted.
Having a criminal record does not restrict your employment at Article. Criminal background checks are only conducted with your permission and after a conditional employment offer has been accepted.
The decision if a criminal record will restrict your employment will be done on a case by case decision, where we conduct an "individualized assessment"—a reasoned, evidence-based determination as to whether the applicant's past conviction has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific job duties of the position.
Work Authorization:
Unless otherwise stated, all open roles require legal authorization to work in the location where the job is based, without requiring VISA sponsorship.
For US based roles, Article participates in E-Verify
For US based roles, Article participates in E-Verify
Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Article, we value and respect individuals for their different talents, skills, abilities, and unique contributions. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, personal beliefs, or any other classification protected by federal, state, provincial, and local laws and ordinances.
Accommodations:
If an applicant requires an accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic feel free to email ta.accommodation@article.com or let the hiring team know at any stage of the recruitment process.
This email will only respond to accommodations, all non-related emails will be deleted.
Artificial Intelligence in Hiring:
All applications are carefully reviewed by humans. We do not use artificial intelligence or ranking algorithms in our hiring decisions.
This email will only respond to accommodations, all non-related emails will be deleted.
Artificial Intelligence in Hiring:
All applications are carefully reviewed by humans. We do not use artificial intelligence or ranking algorithms in our hiring decisions.
Our Hiring Process
Stage 1:
Application Review
Stage 2:
Phone Interview
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