Learning and Development Specialist

Sun Health•Sun City West, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Learning and Development Specialist - Join Our Big-Hearted Team Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant, compassionate community? Join our exceptional team, Hybrid/Remote in Sun City West, AZ! Your Mission: The Learning & Development Specialist plays a critical role in shaping Sun Health's culture and strengthening team member and leader capabilities through impactful learning and development experiences. This role partners closely with Talent Solutions (HR) and business leaders to design, deliver, and continuously improve learning, leadership, onboarding, and talent development programs that support organizational priorities, performance, and engagement. Blending instructional design, facilitation, and program execution, the Learning & Development Specialist translates Sun Health's values and strategic goals into meaningful development experiences that help team members grow, leaders lead effectively, and the organization thrive. Why Choose Us? Great Place to Work: Sun Health has been certified as a Great Place to Work in 2021, 2022, and 2023. National Recognition: We secured a top 10 spot on the Fortune Best Workplaces for Aging Services™ list in 2020 and 2021. Platinum Award Winner: Our dedication to health and safety earned us Platinum awards from the Healthy Arizona Worksites Program in 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required
Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in learning and development, organizational development, or a related field
At least 2 years of experience in curriculum design and development
Ability to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
Demonstrated experience in instructional design and adult learning principles
Strong facilitation skills across live, virtual, and on-demand learning environments
Ability to design engaging, learner-centered content that drives behavior change
Experience working with LMS platforms and eLearning tools

Responsibilities

Partner with Talent Solutions and business leaders to assess learning and development needs aligned with organizational goals and culture priorities.
Translate business and people priorities into effective learning solutions that support performance, engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
Co-design, implement, and facilitate leadership development, core skills, and culture-focused learning programs.
Reinforce Sun Health's values and Vibrant Living culture through learning experiences that promote consistent behaviors and shared expectations.
Support succession planning, career pathing, and talent development initiatives in collaboration with HR partners.
Design and deliver engaging, high-quality learning content using a variety of modalities, including in-person, virtual, and on-demand formats.
Facilitate training sessions that foster participation, application, and sustained learning transfer.
Create and maintain branded learning materials, guides, and online modules aligned with organizational messaging and standards.
Administer and continuously improve new team member orientation and onboarding programs to support engagement, connection, and early success.
Coordinate and schedule onsite and virtual learning events, managing logistics, instructors, materials, and resources.
Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including course catalogs, curricula, records, and reporting.
Maintain accurate learning records and transcripts within UKG.
Evaluate program effectiveness using participant feedback, leader input, and learning metrics to inform continuous improvement.
Serve as a culture ambassador by modeling Sun Health's values and commitment to service excellence.
Deliver a positive, responsive, and professional experience to team members and leaders.
Demonstrate Sun Health Mission and Values.