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HR Instructional Designer in San Francisco, CA

HR Instructional Designer Job Description

Instructional designers in human resources develop and implement learning solutions that support employee development, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. They play a key role in designing engaging training programs, aligning content with business goals, and leveraging instructional technologies to enhance learning outcomes. This position requires strong communication skills, instructional design expertise, and the ability to translate complex information into accessible formats.

Typical HR instructional designer duties:

Design and develop training materials, e-learning modules, and instructional content Collaborate with HR and subject matter experts to assess learning needs and define objectives Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to course development Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on feedback and performance data Manage learning management systems (LMS) and ensure content is current and accessible Support onboarding, compliance training, and professional development initiatives Create multimedia assets including presentations, videos, and job aids Maintain documentation and ensure alignment with organizational standards and branding

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Salary for HR Instructional Designer in San Francisco, CA

90113 - 114750

Low
90113
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
102263
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
114750
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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