Associate Learning Product Manager

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SCTE®, a subsidiary of CableLabs, is shaping the future of connectivity. Through technological leadership and innovation, SCTE has served as the applied science leader for the cable telecommunications industry for more than five decades. As a not-for-profit member organization, SCTE moves member companies forward through continuous training for the workforce of tomorrow and by putting leaders into the conversations that matter.

The Associate Learning Product Manager (APM) is part of the newly created SCTE Product team reporting to the Director of Product Management for Professional Learning. This team plays a crucial role in understanding the learning needs of SCTE members. We create excellent professional learning products to advance careers and support the telecommunications industry.

Why This Role Is Exciting

The Associate Product Manager for Professional Learning (APM) supports the development, improvement, and management of professional learning products with a focus on Professional Certifications. This role is ideal for someone making a career pivot from an education field such as learning design, learning strategy, or learning program management into product management. Your primary responsibility will be to use your expertise in L&D and general business skills to develop and improve our certification exams. The APM will ensure our exams accurately measure the required skills, are well-aligned with industry needs, and are an attractive product desired by telecommunications professionals and hiring managers alike.

As a creative learning professional, the APM will also collaborate across SCTE to imagine the future of professional learning products, including online and in-person courses, AI based-training tools, and mentorship programs.

A successful candidate will:

• Approach projects with curiosity and a growth mindset
• Care about quality work and demand excellent user experiences
• Communicate effectively with diverse professionals including senior level technologists, , entry-level field technicians, educators, and business administrators.

Applicants should submit a targeted resume and a cover letter that goes beyond the resume, providing insights into their fit for this role. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.

What You’ll Do

The APM will work across departments and teams to develop valuable certifications recognized across the cable and telecommunications industries.

• 40% Product Development
  • Collaborate with the Head of Product to create and manage product roadmaps for certifications
  • Conduct user and industry research to inform product development
  • Develop learner/user personas and product requirements documentation
  • Analyze costs and revenue opportunities to ensure certifications are financially sustainable
• 40% Program Management
  • Coordinate the full life-cycle of certifications from ideation, development, launch, refresh, and retirement.
  • Serve as the SCTE expert on our certification offerings.
  • Ensure exams are fair, accurate, and measure the right skills through data-driven validation and collaboration with assessment experts.
  • Monitor product performance and present reports on key metrics, outcomes, and impacts.
• 10% Innovation and Trends
  • Stay informed about emerging trends in educational technology and workforce development.
  • Contribute new ideas to enhance our learning products.
• Other duties as assigned

What Is a Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts field (e.g., English, communications, social sciences, or the arts) or a technology-focused STEM discipline, along with a certificate or equivalent training/experience in learning design or education.
• At least 5+ years in education, learning design, product development, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of financial principles related to product costs, pricing, and revenue generation.
• Experience on project teams keeping projects organized, on time, and on budget.

What Will Set You Apart

• A strong history of personal and professional success, with measurable impacts, outcomes, and awards.
• Experience in the cable industry
• Experience in psychometric analysis or collaborating with psychometricians to design and validate assessments.

At CableLabs You’ll Enjoy Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: The salary range is $82,420 - $100,620. This position is eligible for bonus incentive compensation up to 17.5% of base salary.

Health Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision insurance. Access to flexible spending and health savings accounts with employer HSA contribution.

Retirement Benefits: Competitive 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 6% plus an ADDITIONAL 8% contribution to 401(k) which becomes fully vested after only two years of employment.

Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements, Unlimited PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% paid family and medical leave.

To learn more and discover additional benefits, read our Employee Benefits Guide.

Working conditions and physical requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

• This position requires limited travel.
• May be required to navigate a construction site or industrial facility, ability to lift, move and transport equipment up to 15bs.

We understand that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can make it challenging for exceptional candidates to apply. We encourage you to apply confidently and without hesitation, you may just be the right candidate for this position or similar opportunities.

CableLabs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or 303-661-3307. View our full EEO policy here.