Operations Instructional Designer and Trainer - Evernorth - Remote
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled instructional designers in the healthcare industry has increased by 25% in the past year, with companies like The Cigna Group leading the way. As the job market shifts towards remote work, professionals with expertise in learning and development are in high demand. With over 70% of companies adopting remote learning solutions, the need for instructional designers who can create engaging and effective training programs has never been greater. The Cigna Group, a major player in the healthcare industry, is looking for an Operations Instructional Designer to join their team, offering a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the way healthcare professionals learn and perform.
Job Description
About the Role
The Operations Instructional Designer and Trainer is a key role at The Cigna Group, responsible for shaping the way the company's workforce learns and performs. This role involves partnering with business stakeholders to design, deliver, and measure high-impact learning solutions that drive operational performance. As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to work with a range of stakeholders, including business leaders, subject matter experts, and trainers, to identify skill gaps and determine appropriate learning solutions.Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end development of skills-first learning programs, ensuring alignment to business priorities, enterprise governance, and measurable performance outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about learning and development, with a strong understanding of adult learning and performance development methodologies.
The Cigna Group is a global healthcare company that is committed to improving the health and vitality of those they serve. With a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, the company is constantly looking for ways to improve the way they operate and deliver value to their customers.
What You Will Do
- Partner with business leaders, SMEs, and trainers to identify skill gaps and determine appropriate learning or non-learning solutions
- Apply adult learning and performance development methodologies to design effective learning strategies that close skill gaps and improve performance
- Lead the end-to-end development of scalable learning programs, including curricula, learning paths, skills journeys, and onboarding solutions
- Develop and deliver skills-first learning programs grounded in a strong skills architecture to drive consistent, performance-based outcomes
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality training materials and curricula across multiple formats, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, timely delivery, and compliance with enterprise brand and governance standards
- Provide constructive, standards-based feedback to instructional designers and trainers to ensure consistently high-quality, polished, client-facing content
- Define measurable learning objectives and “I can” statements aligned to agreed-upon outcomes
- Evaluate training effectiveness and performance tools to assess impact and drive continuous improvement
- Independently manage complex training projects end-to-end, overseeing intake and execution while proactively communicating progress, risks, timelines, and outcomes with stakeholders
What We Are Looking For
- High school diploma or GED, required; bachelor’s degree, preferred
- 2+ years of experience supporting operational initiatives, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, required
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and maintain strong attention to detail, required
- 2+ years of experience using instructional or design software to develop professional learning content, required
- Experience using the Articulate 360 Suite, Camtasia, and Vyond to create polished, scalable, and learner-focused training content in an enterprise environment, strongly preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, required
- Proven project management experience, including planning, execution, and stakeholder communication, required
- Proven ability to collaborate with teams, build strong relationships, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, required
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a healthcare or pharmaceutical environment
- Knowledge of adult learning and performance development methodologies
- Experience with instructional design software, such as Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate
- Certification in instructional design, such as CPTD or IDOL
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary range of $93,200 - 55,400 per year, depending on experience and location
- Annual bonus plan
- Comprehensive range of benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Company paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, plus paid holidays
- Remote work options with a flexible schedule
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your instructional design experience and skills
- Familiarize yourself with the Articulate 360 Suite, Camtasia, and Vyond to increase your chances of standing out
- Practice your project management skills, including planning, execution, and stakeholder communication
- Highlight your ability to work independently and maintain strong attention to detail
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with instructional design software and adult learning methodologies
- Research the company culture and values to understand their approach to learning and development
- Prepare examples of times when you had to communicate complex information to non-technical stakeholders
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