Learning Specialist Job

What You Will Do

Are you looking for an exciting career in eLearning? Do you want to be part of a fast-paced, forward-thinking team of professionals?

Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions in the US! We are engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world.

The Operational Readiness Implementation Division (ORI-DO) is seeking a highly skilled eLearning Specialist (Learning Specialist) to directly support the New Employee Training & Workforce Development group (ORI-6). The primary core tasks of the position will support Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Production (ALDWP) with development and implementation of training program elements and eLearning processes.

The eLearning Specialist will report directly to the eLearning Specialist Team Lead at the group level. The eLearning Specialist will perform day-to-day eLearning services for the assigned customer and become an expert in applying the various requirements and drivers that must be adhered to. The eLearning Specialist will have the responsibility and accountability to execute work that supports important training deliverables while always setting the standards for utmost professional behavior and integrity in the workplace.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working with other eLearning Specialists to develop eLearning products for the customer.
• Develop 3D models as needed for use in eLearning environments.
• Researching training issues, identifying root causes, recommending practical solutions, and implementing those solutions in collaboration with fellow team members and the customer.
• Performing various administrative functions in conjunction with or in support of operational program compliance, including planning, prioritizing, and scheduling of eLearning activities.
• Working within the LANL Learning Management Systems (LMS) to setup, prepare, troubleshoot, and manage LANL eLearning products.
• Assisting with knowledge preservation, capture, cataloging, and transfer projects in support of the Operational Readiness and ALDWP scope.
• Shadowing and assisting other eLearning personnel on additional duties, as needed.
• This position will be a combination of telework and on-site. Amount of on-site work is based on customer needs as identified by your manager.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Knowledge and Expertise:

Knowledge of adult learning theory in a virtual environment and performance-based eLearning techniques. Advanced knowledge of authoring tools, basic HTML and CSS code languages, graphic design abilities, UI/UX Design abilities, adult learning theory and application in a virtual environment.

Performance:

Experience gathering requirements, performing analysis, developing individual eLearning products, implementing eLearning, and assisting with evaluation methods. Experience utilizing a learning management system to effectively implement training programs. Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a complex, fast-paced operational environment.

Accountability:

Experience working with confidential or proprietary information, classified documents, or sensitive information, including PII training records. Sound understanding of safety and security requirements to individual responsibility and as applicable to training activities.

Communication and Customer Service:

Demonstrated skill with interpersonal, written, and verbal communications. Ability to transfer knowledge effectively to both technical and non-technical personnel. Proven skillset in using excellent communication to provide top-notch customer service.

Education/Experience:

Position requires an Associate’s Degree in a related field and 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• TSQP qualified as a Learning Specialist, or the ability to become qualified.
• Previous experience working in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex.
• Expertise in nuclear facility-related subject matter areas (radiation protection, criticality safety, nuclear material control accountability, integrated safety, conduct of operations, engineering, maintenance).
• Experience as an AP-01000 Preparer for training documents and/or familiar with formal preparation of documents and document control.
• Active DOE Q-Clearance and Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification highly desired.

Location:

This position will be in Los Alamos, New Mexico with the potential for a hybrid work arrangement (partially onsite/partially offsite) from a location within 2 hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite will be periodically required. Hybrid is at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

COVID Vaccine:

The COVID vaccine is mandatory for all Laboratory employees, on-site contractors, and on-site subcontractors unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to those working on-site, those teleworking, and all new hires.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is a 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

• For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive resume that addresses the key requirements of the position.
• Submission of a writing sample and/or applicable work materials is highly suggested.
• This position will work in both an administrative office environment, as well as a hands-on training environment with the ability to telework depending on the assigned customer’s needs as identified by your manager. Unescorted access to ALDWP nuclear facilities is required to actively participate in training activities, if/when needed.
• While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)