Instructional Designer Job

The Instructional Designer/Curriculum Developer is responsible for designing and developing new components of the curriculum as well as evaluating and making modifications to existing components.

The person in this role should be passionate about developing innovative learning solutions that are results-based, learner centered and meet learning and program objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Support course design from inception to final product of external training courses, specifically applying the principles of adult learning design for both synchronous and asynchronous (e.g. online courses) learning.
• Update and maintain existing course content in the LMS.
• Administer the enterprise learning management system (LMS) including user management and usage reporting.
• Manage small- and large-scale instructional design projects.
• Apply pedagogical/andragogical principles and learning theories to create engaging course designs.
• Conduct regular internal reviews of course content to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Work closely with all departments to understand training goals and needs and develop plans address.
• Perform targeted user outreach to LMS learners for feedback on their experience with the learning content.
• Lead and attend regular solution meetings to remain informed of upcoming enhancements and features.
• Recommend process improvements to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist with review and internal reporting of with a focus on identifying customer training opportunities.
• Develop and guide the production of classroom handouts, instructional materials, aids, manuals including print, digital, video, audio and web formats as required, using appropriate equipment and software.
• Ensure content is in alignment with organization goals.
• Provide ongoing feedback to users and management regarding the health and overall wellness of the system, effective use, and associated external-facing training content.
• Seek ongoing training opportunities to maintain system understanding of new features and functionality.
• Support architectural updates to the system, and participate in testing and/or validation activities, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experienced Instructional System Designer/Curriculum Developer
• 5+ years of instructional design experience
• 5+ years of experience developing curriculum
• Experience developing learning content for in-person, virtual, blended and mobile delivery models
• Expertise in creating or modifying learning content and approaches to meet identified needs Skilled at designing learning materials using Adobe InDesign, the Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator), and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Experience developing eLearning modules using course authoring software such as Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise 360 Experience with designing accessible learning content and materials (section 508, closed captions, etc.)
• Proficient using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite Proficient in course authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and or Articulate Rise 360 Strong project management skills
• Must have at least 6 years of experience with a Master’s degree, 8 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Instructional Design, Educational/Instructional Technology/Adult Learning, or 10 years of experience without a degree. Additional advanced degrees may be used to replace years of experience.

CLEARANCE

• Top Secret

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort George G Meade, MD 20755: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Adobe Captivate: 4 years (Preferred)
• technical curriculum development: 4 years (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort George G Meade, MD 20755