Sr Instructional Designer Job

This position leads the planning, analysis, design, development, deployment, and evaluation of learning materials. This position works collaboratively with development and delivery teammates to develop, test, and maintain software applications to improve efficiency of business operations. This position also writes training and performance support materials for clinical application and also designs, writes, and develops materials for departments throughout the Village applying instructional strategies in collaboration with subject matter experts (SME).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Design and develop curriculum-level learning systems
  • Conduct needs assessment
  • Develop training plans, design documents, and analysis documentation
• Select, modify, or create a design and development model appropriate for a given project.
• Identify and describe target population characteristics
• Analyze the characteristics of the environment
• Select and use a variety of techniques to define and sequence the instructional content and strategies.

• Position provides leadership, mentoring, and coaching to other instructional designers; may oversee day-to-day work and contribute to performance reviews as requested.
• Lead the design and development of instructional materials; create interactive, effective, engaging course content and SCORM compliant training products
  • Design, write, edit, and develop audience-appropriate, clear, and concise training materials and tools
  • Consult/collaborate with subject matter experts
  • Develop appropriate performance objectives to guide the development of training and performance support materials and tools
  • Create interactive, engaging course content on subjects as assigned
  • Conduct/Create/Record audio files as needed
  • Develop complete self-paced online course using course authoring tools such as Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline
  • Create tests and assessments within the Learning Management System (LMS) assessment center to validate/certify knowledge of eLearning content
  • Evaluate and assess instruction and its impact
  • Schedule weekly project calls with SMEs and project stakeholders
• May conduct or arrange internal SME audio recordings or professional audio voiceovers as needed
• Create project documentation including design templates, training plans, need analyses, standards, style guides, technical specifications, straw models, train-the-trainer, and pilot materials
  • Manage project related documents and source files; update as necessary
  • Record progress and time related to project development
• Perform quality assurance checks on training courses that have been developed
• Arrange internal pilot group testing of new eLearning courses
• Provide for the effective implementation of instructional products and programs

• Upload web-based training (WBT) materials, files, courses in LMS
  • Work with LMS, IT, or software vendor to resolve any technical issues with the WBT course or its performance within the LMS
  • Write course descriptions for inclusion in the LMS

• Modify existing instructional materials
• Promote collaboration, partnerships and relationships among the participants in a design project
• Apply business skills to managing instructional design

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to:
  • Attend team meetings, phone conferences, and training as needed
  • Know, understand, and follow teammate guidelines, employment policies, and department or company procedures

• Travel required: up to 20%

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, licenses, certifications, and experience required to fulfill the essential duties, include computer skills as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in related area required or a combination of education and progressively responsible work experience in related area may be substituted in lieu of degree on a year-for-year basis
• Minimum of four (4) years’ instructional design and development experience in an eLearning environment with:
  • Demonstrated experience in eLearning planning and analysis, with particular emphasis on identifying learner and environmental characteristics, and the use of technology.
  • Demonstrated experience in eLearning design and development, with particular emphasis on producing meaningful, memorable, and motivational learning experiences
  • Demonstrated experience in implementation and management of eLearning solutions, with particular emphasis on collaboration and effective communication,
  • Demonstrated proficiency in instructional design with experience in eLearning course development required
  • Demonstrated expertise using adult learning models and instructional systems design (ISD) to develop effective sound learning and performance support materials and tools required
  • Demonstrated expertise in online course/training design and development required
  • Demonstrated expertise in creating content outlines, storyboards and web-based training modules required
  • Demonstrated expertise in design, development, delivery, and evaluation of technical training required
  • Demonstrated expertise providing training consultation and/or training curriculum/product design recommendations required
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
  • Advanced proficiency in eLearning authoring tools, such as Adobe eLearning Suite (including Captivate, Flash, Photoshop, etc) or Articulate Storyline strongly preferred
  • Intermediate proficiency with SCORM specification for content integration in an LMS or other delivery platform
  • Intermediate proficiency in JavaScript, Flash ActionScript, and graphics development preferred

ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION

• Commitment to DaVita’s values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment and Fun with ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively to patients, teammates, management, physicians, and/or vendors (Village Service Partners) in everyday performance and interactions.
• Commitment to DaVita’s values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment and Fun with ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively to patients, teammates, management, physicians, and/or vendors (Village Service Partners) in everyday performance and interactions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to apply to individual learning styles within eLearning projects as well as demonstrated effectiveness in instruction skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills including ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with cross-functional groups
  • Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels of the company
  • Approachable and open
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to produce courses and projects that meet program requirements

• Demonstrated networking skills and ability to initiate, drive, and leverage relationships with other teams and external vendors
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively at both detail and big-picture levels and to drive projects forward
  • Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt easily to a fast-paced, changing environment and to follow through on tasks and assignments
  • Demonstrated understanding of business processes with the ability to deliver requested output timely and accurately
  • Ability to present and document work according to standards required
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, meet deadlines, and adjust priorities appropriately
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities concurrently with shifting time frames, and meet deadlines.

• Demonstrated strengths in organizational, attention-to-detail, follow-through, reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to seek underlying assumptions through probing, questioning, and listening
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service; proactively communicate and respond promptly to teammate needs
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team, facilitate effective team interactions, and to foster a positive work environment; willingness to assist teammates in order to achieve departmental goals

• Demonstrated creativity, innovation, and imagination; ability to think outside-the-box

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.

• Primary language of instructional design is English; position requires expert-level fluency in English language including but not limited to vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, proof reading and editing.

Vision requirements

Vision adequate to perform essential duties and responsibilities of position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical requirements can vary. These must be reviewed with management. However, in general, the position requires the following physical activities:

• Ability to lift minimum of 2 pounds to a maximum of 15 pounds unassisted; able to sit for extended periods of time with some standing, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, lifting; moderate range of body motions
• Ability to hear and interact by phone clearly and efficiently
• Ability to use computer and all peripherals for extended periods of time

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Level III – Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

No required tasks involve greater exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues than would be encountered by a visitor. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or other hazardous conditions. Normal hazards associated with business travel.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits