Instructional Designer & Trainer

Lamar Advertising Company•Baton Rouge, LA

17h•$60,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lamar's Corporate Office is looking for an Instructional Designer/Trainer! The purpose of this role is to design, deliver, and evaluate Professional Development programs within the company. This role requires a seasoned professional with demonstrated experience in live training facilitation and the strategic mindset to drive enterprise-wide professional development initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
5 years of experience in HR required (2 of which must be in Training & Development or equivalent)
Proven track record of designing and delivering live (in-person and/or virtual) training programs to diverse audiences
PHR or Training Certification
Instructional Design & Learning Strategy: Ability to conduct needs assessments and KSA gap analyses to assist in designing and developing comprehensive learning paths and effective instructional content.
Training Delivery & Engagement: Skill in delivering engaging presentations and training sessions (in-person and online), managing group dynamics, and fostering interaction and motivation among learners through a coaching and mentoring approach.
Communication & Interpersonal Effectiveness: Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills for explaining complex information clearly and concisely, combined with effective interpersonal and diplomatic skills to collaborate across all organizational levels.
Technological & AI Fluency: Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS, UKG Pro Learning preferred), common office software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace), and the ability to ethically leverage AI tools for HR functions such as data analysis and process automation.
Organizational Acumen & Execution: Demonstrates strong analytical and proactive problem-solving skills, exercising sound judgment, continuous attention to detail in high-stakes situations, and effective time management to meet deadlines. Innovative and proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise integrity and sound judgment in complex and ambiguous situations. Work requires continuous attention to detail in understanding legal requirements, composing, typing, and proofreading communications and training materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines. Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree, preferably in HR or Training & Development
Experience with instructional design
PHR or Training Certification

Responsibilities

Provide strategic input to develop enterprise-wide learning and development strategies in partnership with leadership/executives
Assist with determining appropriate participants for all professional development events
Conduct learning need assessments and gap analyses to identify organizational KSA deficiencies
Designs, creates, and curates comprehensive courses, curricula, and/or learning journeys, including instructor-led training, e-learning, blended formats, etc.
Assist with research related to identifying appropriate professional development solutions
Where applicable, customizes learning content and delivery methods to meet regulatory and compliance requirements specific to our industry.
Demonstrate expertise in classroom facilitation, managing live training environments, encouraging participation, and handling group dynamics
Deliver engaging training sessions, workshops, and webinars
Facilitate live training experiences both in-person and virtually, adapting delivery styles to meet participant needs in order to maximize learning retention.
Support talent development initiatives such as leadership development, onboarding, and career pathing
Assess and evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs through surveys and performance metrics
Assist with various administrative duties related to professional development programming

Benefits

A Monday-Friday 8a-5p work schedule
An annual salary of $60,000-$72,000/year, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications
120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
12 paid company holidays, including President's Day and Juneteenth
A comprehensive 2-month training program
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401k plan with company match
Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program
A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback