Franchisee Learning Facilitator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 10, 2026. Choice Hotels scores B on the Alion truth index.
JOB SUMMARY
The Learning Facilitator is responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality learning experiences that support franchisees, hotel associates, and contact center associates. This role facilitates instructor-led training in both virtual and in-person environments, develops and maintains learning content across multiple platforms, and understands stakeholder needs to help them drive adoption of operational programs, systems, and strategic initiatives. The position serves as a subject matter expert in learning delivery methodologies and hospitality operations, helping hotels to perform at their best with guest service, revenue generation, and operations, while promoting a culture of continuous development and professional growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitation and Delivery of Learning Programs
Facilitate live virtual and in-person learning programs for franchisees, hotel staff, and contact center associates.
Lead or assist in the delivery of Hotel Operations Certification programs and related workshops for owners and General Managers.
Facilitate virtual and in-person workshop topicsand ensure a high-quality learning experience.
Deliver interactive webinars, workshops, coaching sessions, and educational programming at the Choice annual convention.
Utilize virtual learning technologies, including Zoom and related platforms, to support engaging and effective instruction.
Content Development and Program Maintenance
Create, update, and maintain learning content across multiple delivery methods, including:
Instructor-led training materials
Virtual workshops
eLearning courses
Videos
Reference guides and job aids
Evaluate learning materials regularly to ensure content remains accurate, relevant, compliant, and aligned with business priorities.
Support instructional design efforts and collaborate with learning partners to improve program effectiveness.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
Support initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction, operational excellence, revenue generation, and brand performance.
Collaborate with department representatives, franchisees, owner associations, and area directors to develop and deliver learning that support organizational objective.
Coaching and Subject Matter Expertise
Provide guidance and consultation on learning best practices and operational training requirements.
Promote certification programs and continuous learning opportunities across hotel and contact center operations.
Meeting and Event Participation
Deliver educational content at annual conventions, regional workshops, onboarding programs, owner association events, and other company-sponsored learning events.
Support preparation, logistics, and facilitation for learning events and conferences for Choice and owner association learning events.
QUALIFICATIONS
Employment Experience
Minimum of 3 years of hospitality, hotel operations, learning and development, training, facilitation, or related experience.
Demonstrated experience facilitating instructor-led training programs in both virtual and in-person environments.
Experience supporting operational excellence, guest service initiatives, brand standards, revenue management, or contact center operations preferred.
Experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or learning content creation preferred.
Technical Skills
Proficiency with Zoom and virtual learning technologies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with learning management systems and content development tools preferred.
Ability to develop and maintain digital learning resources and training materials.
Additional Skills & Competencies
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to engage diverse learner audiences and adapt delivery methods to learning needs.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a matrixed organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
Ability to model organizational values, integrity, curiosity, inclusiveness, respect, responsiveness, and accountability.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Education, Learning and Development, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this position is $75,553- $88,886.
Choice prioritizes our associate wellbeing by offering a comprehensive benefits program that is both competitive and flexible to help you achieve your wellbeing goals - here are just a few:
- Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Leave and paid time-off for holidays, vacation, personal, family, volunteer, sick, jury duty, bereavement, military, and religious observance
- Financial benefits for retirement and health savings
- Employee recognition programs
- Discounts at Choice hotels worldwide
About Choice
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With 7,500 hotels in 45+ countries and territories, we offer a range of high-quality lodging options in the upper upscale, upper midscale, midscale, extended stay, and economy segments. We’re the hotel company for those who choose to bet on themselves - the striver, the dreamer, the entrepreneur - because that’s who we are, too.
At Choice, we are united by the simple belief that tomorrow will be even better than today - for associates, our company, and our franchisees. At our worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland, at our technology center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and through our associates around the globe, every voice is heard and every idea is listened to, no matter what area of the company they come from. We are united in supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our thousands of franchise owners, which propels us forward - giving our work at Choice a purpose larger than our business.
Our corporate office locations:
North Bethesda, MD - Located at Pike & Rose, our worldwide headquarters is less than 15 miles from Washington, D.C., one block away from the North Bethesda Metro station, with easy access to I-495, complimentary parking, electronic charging stations, restaurants and retail.
Scottsdale, AZ - Located at the northwest corner of Loop 101, the Scottsdale office is home to our technology, eCommerce and customer service organizations, with easy access to complimentary parking, electronic charging stations, restaurants and retail.
Minneapolis, MN - Select roles are based in our Minneapolis office on Highway 394, near the intersection with Highway 100, only five minutes from downtown.
Field/Remote - Select roles designated as field/remote will require associates to work from a home office, connecting virtually with Choice team members and leadership on Zoom, with possible required travel depending on the role.
Choice’s Cultural Values
Welcome and Respect Everyone | Be Bold | Be Quick | Listen | Be Curious | Show Integrity
Choice’s Leadership Principles
Act with Intention | Lead with Authenticity | Grow & Deliver