Instructional Design Specialist job

Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.

We are Sustainability in Action — our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.

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Joining Republic isn’t just about taking on a new job, it’s about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.

As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:

• We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.
• We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
• We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.
• We are driven to deliver results in the right way.
• We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Instructional Design Specialist collaborates with stakeholders and subject matter experts to analyze business needs and recommend learning strategies. Employing a variety of instructional methods, the Instructional Design Specialist develops and deploys performance-based e-learning, video, instructor-led, and blended-learning solutions. The Instructional Design Specialist also aligns with business stakeholders to evaluate the impact of the learning strategy on organizational goals.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows accepted Instructional Design (ID) processes to design and develop blended learning solutions and training materials with highest level of instructional design and most up-to-date content—ensures a variety of collaborative learning strategies: guided facilitation, short lecture, group discussion, and experiential exercises.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs and recommends modifications to training programs as needed based on business goals and objectives.
• Manages program design projects; maintains project plan; scopes resource requirements, including costs; while working closely with sponsor(s), subject matter experts, developers, and/or vendors.
• Researches and assesses technical and soft skill training needs, establishes objectives, and designs curricula to meet the business needs.
• Conducts analysis of training evaluations to assess content relevancy, trainer effectiveness, Return on Investment (ROI), client satisfaction and trainer feedback regarding the experience.
• Provides input on planning and strategy for Instructional Design team to manager.
• Collaborates with team to ensure proper training design and consistent delivery methodology.
• Consults with management regarding organizational effectiveness and employee development needs.
• Conducts cost-benefit analysis for all training initiatives.
• Researches and recommends the use of vendor-based materials for organizational development and performance improvement projects.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 or more years of experience working with Learning Management Systems.
• Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult education concepts with an ability to identify appropriate delivery methods and develop technical and conceptual content for a variety of training projects.
• Ability to manage large design and development projects from conception, through design and development, implementation and evaluation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, WebEx or other virtual training application, eLearning (Articulate Storyline) /LMS systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills with a strong emphasis on technical writing skills. Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to effectively work within a fast-paced/customer-focused environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of 2 years of corporate training experience in instructional design and development.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.