Learning and Training Director Job
August 22, 2023
Instructional Designer job
August 23, 2023Website The State of Oklahoma
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why were are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!
What is Public Health?
Oh yeah, did we mention perks?
We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive
benefits package
for all eligible employees.
- Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
- A wide choice of
insurance plans
with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
-
Retirement Savings Plan
with a generous match.
- 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
- 11 paid holidays a year.
- Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
- Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
- Longevity Bonus for years of service
Position Description:
The Instructional Designer/Facilitator position at the Oklahoma Department of Health falls within the Human Resources Division and operates under the supervision of the Learning and Organizational Development Manager.
This person is responsible for designing and delivering impactful training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of our employees. Collaborating closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders, the individual will create comprehensive instructional materials, encompassing multimedia content, virtual and in-person instructor-led sessions, and eLearning modules.
The role involves facilitating engaging training sessions and workshops, updating, and enhancing training resources, and aligning training initiatives with organizational objectives and agency policies. As a key contributor to the organization’s learning and development efforts, the Instructional Designer/Facilitator will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the department and making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our employees who serve Oklahomans.
Duties:
- The essential functions performed may vary but will include the following:
- Demonstrates knowledge of and supports agency Mission, Vision, and Values, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
- Support, create, market, coordinate, schedule and administer the expansion of curriculum by developing and presenting training courses and programs. This includes researching, preparing curriculum, designing manuals, and conducting/facilitating trainings based on agency specific topics, special requests, organizational efficiencies, and solutions that meet business priorities, both in terms of content, context, delivery format and timeliness.
- Collaborate, build, and maintain partnerships with peers, area managers, directors, and other essential staff members to develop fulfilling concepts. Using this skill to listen to others’ ideas and opinions attentively, while posing pertinent questions to clearly identify the agency’s need for training.
- Organize and facilitate trainings to staff via internal or external communications and LMS (learning management system) platforms (i.e., in person, Microsoft Office 365).
- Perform broadband technical and industry research to assure technical accuracy, comprehension, and relativeness of lesson material or resources in conjunction with updating new or existing material.
- Write learning outcomes; verify achievement of objectives through engaging activities, well-written test questions, and virtual hands-on skills verification mechanisms.
- Ensure the instructional integrity of lesson development projects through systematic design, clear writing of scripts, narratives, storyboards, objective maps, programs, and software.
- Proficiency in software systems such as but not limited to: Microsoft Office 365, Articulate 360, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere, Captivate, Camtasia, Storyline, Canva and Mentimeter.
- Conduct training evaluations and follow up sessions to ensure continuous development, enhancement of skill solutions, satisfaction, and return on investment for clients and skills academy.
- Update, track, streamline and communicate employee training records using an LMS platform.
- Respond to requests for specialized training and assists in conducting needs assessments to help determine the appropriate course of action.
- Evaluate results of conducted trainings by various methods and adjust materials and/or techniques as needed to meet agency goals and objectives.
- Develops interactive tools following trainings to assist in continued education programs.
Other Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Organizational Development, Training and Development, Facilitation, Public Speaking/Communication or related field, OR a master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Organizational Development, Training and Development, Facilitation, Public Speaking/Communication or related field, or a combination of education and experience.
Valued Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Ability to present and communicate efficiently and effectively while teaching adult learners.
- Possess technical writing skills (writing and editing) related to content development and instructional materials development.
- Ability to design assessments to support defined Learning Objectives.
- Meticulous attention to detail regarding stylistic and linguistic presentation.
- Evidence of driving business performance through training & coaching using innovative methods.
Travel Requirements
- Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- This position is set in an office environment, computer based. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach.
- I have read and understand this job description. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations. I understand that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Telework:
- This position is Hybrid and is subject to OSDH policy and supervisor’s discretion.
Application Requirements:
- If education, certification, or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation by the time of interview.
- All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
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