Distance Learning Project Manager - KS

John Deere Lenexa is seeking a Distance Learning Project Manager to moderate distance learning events and prepare others for distance learning classroom delivery.  In this position, you will:  

• Conduct dry-runs so that all participants are identified and prepared to ensure quality distance learning delivery.
• Work with Training/ Marketing/ Authoring Network (TMAN) Project Managers on creating and/or adapting materials for distance learning classroom (DLC) delivery by including surveys, tests, animation, and conversion of slides.
• Coach/assist others in design and development as necessary.
• Support presenters and other moderators in the DLC environment with "boot camps" for instructors to distribute basic skills and understanding of new tools and features.
• Support the adoption of new integrated technologies by the delivery staff.
• Provide resource expertise and coordination for material hand-off events conducted via DLC.
• Promote and evaluate distance learning events.
• Create and monitor promotions sent out to dealers and John Deere personnel.
• Edit and publish summaries based on dealer/participant feedback and make recommendations for improvement/modification of the course.

   Education

• Bachelor's degree in a Business/Management, Education, Communication or Marketing discipline or equivalent experience and education.
• Master's degree in Instructional Design or Technologies or Education would be an asset.

    Required Skills and Experience

• 1-3 years experience in training and development areas such as;  instruction,  needs assessments, curriculum development and "Train-the-Trainer" activities.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity of Agricultural products and services. 
• Strong writing skills, including grammatical usage, persuasive copy and style.
• Demonstrated experience managing small projects and budgeting.  
• Background/knowledge of the agricultural, manufacturing and distribution industries.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Skills and/or experience with current instructional technologies such as streaming media, video production and delivery via the Internet, simulation or virtual reality environments.
• Experience with developing, designing, managing, or delivering training in a on-line synchronous or asynchronous environment: AT&T Connect, Centra, Breeze, Articulate, Macromedia Flash, LMS, CMS, etc.
• Familiarity with an equipment dealership organizational structure.
• Technical training or sales experience working with/at an equipment dealership.  
• Marketing communications or advertising experience
• Industry certifications (Microsoft, Cisco).

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