Instructional Designer Job

• Develops training courses, materials and learning guides using adult learning principles and integrates interactive concepts and activities in instructor-led, online and distance formats to encourage knowledge application and skill development.
• Ensures the instructional integrity of training projects through systematic design and clear writing of trainer guides and learning materials, with content that fully meets the outlined training objectives, company brand standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Collaborates with Program and Development teams, Technical Trainers and subject matter experts to contribute to overall program development through project scoping, needs assessment and the development of lesson plans, assessment tools and reports.
• Transitions existing classroom-based training courses into engaging, user-friendly synchronous and asynchronous eLearning courses within our LMS.
• Delivers on all stages of a project from start to finish within established timeframes and budgets.
• Supports the ongoing redevelopment, revision and updating of training programs and provides assessment of instructional effectiveness for all existing and future training programs.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Adult Education, or equivalent education and experience
• Minimum of 3 years experience designing, developing, and implementing learner-centric interactive e-learning programs as well as classroom-based training in a business-to-business environment with proven proficiency in utilizing instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles
• Experience with Articulate 360 Suite, specifically; Storyline 360 and Rise 360
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills with a high level of adaptability in dealing effectively and positively with diverse team members
• Proven excellence in consultation skills
• Excellent organizational, communication, project management and time management skills to prioritize and manage workload effectively
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects to create unique and immersive learning experiences and enhance visual appeal
• Knowledgeable in layout, color theory and imagery to create captivating visual content that enhances the overall learning experience
• Must be able to work independently and be a positive contributor to team environments
• Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office suite (especially PowerPoint and Publisher)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of food science, public health, food safety, quality and/or food industry
• Multi-media production skills an asset
• Working knowledge of learning content management systems
• Experiential learning experience, integrating hands-on and practical elements into instructional design
• Proficiency in French or Spanish

NSF is a growing global public health and safety organization. Our mission is to protect and improve human and planet health by enabling safe food, clean water and life-enhancing health technologies and products for millions of people around the world. We do so by developing standards, testing, auditing, certifying, and providing advisory services to clients in the food, water, health sciences and consumer industries.Our nearly 3,000 employees provide services in over 180 countries through many of our global offices, at our 35,000 client sites, from home offices and in state-of-the-art laboratories. We’re growing fast and expanding into new areas such as sustainability and digital. And that’s where you come in. Come join a team that makes a difference in the world.

More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org
One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work. NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Our certifications services cover the Global Food Safety Initiative, supplier assurance, foodservice equipment and nonfood compounds, and organic and Certified Transitional certification through Quality Assurance International (QAI). We also offer HACCP validation and inspection, label claims verification and certification, DNA and food package testing, and product and process development. Separately, we provide expert consulting, food safety training, and auditing in areas including food fraud and gap assessments, retail food safety, and brand standards.