Learning and Development Manager

* Build Something Meaningful. Lead Learning That Matters.
* At
* Colorado 811*, education is more than training. It is one of the ways we help protect people, communities, critical infrastructure, and the underground utilities that keep Colorado running.

We're looking for a
* Learning & Development Manager
* who wants to build, innovate, and lead learning programs that make a real difference across the state. This is a true
* player-coach role
* for someone who loves turning ideas into reality. You'll lead learning initiatives, build programs from the ground up, collaborate with subject matter experts, leverage emerging technologies, and help shape the future of education at Colorado 811. We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, spotting opportunities, solving problems, and driving projects from concept through launch.
* A Builder's Role for Someone Who Likes to Roll Up Their Sleeves
* This is not a  manage from the sidelines  position. It's an opportunity for a hands-on leader who can think strategically while remaining actively involved in the work. One day you may be developing a new learning pathway, building eLearning content, or launching a certification program. The next, you might be partnering with stakeholders, coaching team members, improving LMS experiences, or exploring new AI-enabled learning tools.

You'll join a small, collaborative team with ambitious goals, where initiative is valued, ideas move quickly, and everyone contributes. We take our mission seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. We celebrate wins, support one another, enjoy a good laugh along the way, and believe great work happens when talented people genuinely enjoy working together.
* What You'll Do
** Design and Build High-Impact Learning Experiences
** Create engaging classroom, virtual, blended, and eLearning programs
* Develop facilitator guides, participant materials, videos, assessments, job aids, and LMS content
* Transform subject matter expert knowledge into practical, learner-centered training
* Apply adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and learning science to create meaningful educational experiences
* Lead Colorado 811's Learning Programs
** Manage and continuously improve Colorado 811's Learning Academy and learning management systems
* Develop statewide education programs focused on utility damage prevention, Colorado regulations, and industry best practices
* Support curriculum strategy, course maintenance, certification programs, and learning initiatives
* Measure learning effectiveness and use data to drive continuous improvement
* Partner Across the Organization
** Consult with leaders, SMEs, and operational teams to identify learning and performance needs
* Lead learning intake, prioritization, and implementation processes
* Coordinate stakeholders, vendors, trainers, and reviewers to deliver successful learning projects
* Support change management and adoption of new programs, systems, and processes
* Lead and Develop Others
** Supervise and coach education team members
* Provide feedback, guidance, and professional development
* Establish standards and best practices for instructional design and training delivery
* Balance leadership responsibilities while remaining actively involved in course development and project execution
* What Makes This Role Exciting
** Opportunity to build and shape learning programs that impact an entire industry
* Use cutting-edge learning and AI tools including Microsoft Copilot, Articulate 360, Mindsmith, Synthesia, Canva, Camtasia, and more
* Blend creativity, technology, project management, and leadership in one role
* Work with a collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement
* Help advance Colorado 811's mission of protecting people, property, and critical infrastructure
* What We're Looking For
** Required Qualifications
** Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or a related field; or equivalent experience
* Five or more years of progressive experience in learning and development, instructional design, curriculum development, training operations, or related fields
* At least two years of people leadership, supervision, or team leadership experience
* Experience developing instructor-led, virtual, blended, LMS-based, and eLearning content
* Strong instructional design and adult learning expertise
* Demonstrated project management and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience…