[Hiring] Learning & Development Manager @California Dental Association

Role Description

The Learning & Development Manager, Education & Events, partners with the enterprise of subject matter experts, leaders, and stakeholders to design, deliver, and continuously improve high-quality educational programs for CDA members. This role leads the evaluation, development, and execution of learning experiences across modalities—including online self-study, webinars, instructional video, in-person programs, and blended learning solutions—supporting the professional growth of dental professionals.

Working closely with the Director of Educational Programs, this position aligns learning strategy with organizational priorities, revenue goals, and the CDA member value proposition. The ideal candidate is a strategic, data-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, applies proven instructional design methodologies, and brings curiosity, creativity, and passion to advance learning and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Organizational Development, Communications, or related experience
• 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in a learning or instructional design capacity
• Technical proficiency in course authoring tools such as Articulate 360 (Storyline and RISE), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator), Camtasia, etc.
• Technical skills in virtual training platform and live training session delivery, such as Webex, Zoom, and Teams

Requirements

• Partner with the Director of Educational Programs and key stakeholders to research, forecast, and define future education products aligned with member needs, strategic initiatives, and revenue goals.
• Partner across the CDA Enterprise of collaborators to ensure alignment, increase transparency, strengthen transparency, and develop products and services that serve our member needs.
• Maintain and seek expertise on emerging Learning and Development innovation, educational delivery models and formats.
• Develop, maintain, and manage education strategy, roadmaps, and project plans to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, on budget, and within scope.
• Lead and support internal education workgroups, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, data review, and decision-making to inform program development and prioritization.
• Collaborate with the Market Insights team to analyze industry trends, member data, and research findings to inform program proposals and product strategy.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to support the positioning, promotion, and communication of education programs and products.
• Proactively contributes to organizational initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Stay current about emerging innovations and developments in education and actively share relevant insights and best practices with others.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid flexibility and technology to support remote work
• Generous time off program starting at 22 days of PTO and 13 paid holidays (includes a floating holiday and winter closure)
• Highly competitive medical, dental and vision plans, including FSA and HSA account options
• 401(k) plans, with a generous match and safe harbor contributions upon eligibility
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs, including incentives and an In-Shape Family Fitness discount
• Opportunities for professional development, training and leadership skill-building
• Critical illness, accident, life, pet, short term and long-term disability insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support navigating day-to-day challenges