Instructional Designer Job

The Department of General Services/Division of Purchases and Supply is seeking a Training Coordinator to support their mission, goals, and objectives through expanding the sphere of knowledge of Virginia Public Procurement among the workforce as well as promoting and developing learning opportunities for professional procurement officers.

The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as project manager for the eVA Training Program. Another responsibility of this position is to design and develop plans, text, graphics, multimedia animations and simulations, tests, or assessment instruments for use in instructor-led or asynchronous e-learning courses and integrate these into a final course deliverable or deliverables utilizing a variety of adult learning methods and e-learning and digital marketing and design software. This position works primarily independently, with senior leadership, and/or with a team of subject matter experts (SMEs) within the division and with cross functional teams within the department and other agencies. In addition, this position provides end to end coordination of training programs, trainers, and materials for assigned programs.

The selected candidate will serve as eVA track coordinator and support for the DGS/DPS Forum statewide conference. This position acts as senior LMS administrator for eVA programs and is responsible for eVA VILT scheduling, to include trainer selection and training, and maintenance, including periodic curriculum reviews.

This position is located in Richmond, Virginia and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) upon completion of an approved telework agreement.

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short and Long Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and a working

knowledge of Articulate products or similar eLearning software in the development of
online training.

• Excellent project management, time management, and organizational skills and the

ability to manage multiple projects and project teams.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and analysis skills.
• Proven facilitation, coaching and presentation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of management, staff, customers,

and vendors to maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.

• Demonstrated ability to make sound, independent judgments while knowing when to

seek guidance from senior management.

• Ability to plan, prepare, and conduct functional user training in formal classroom settings,

online formats, and on an individual basis.
Additional Considerations

• Experience and/or knowledge of eVA, Virginia’s eProcurement system
• Experience developing training using proven instructional design techniques and practices to provide courses that adhere to

accepted quality standards such as those of the ATD certification institute, International Association for continuing Education and
Training or other accepted bodies.

• Experience related to training in e-Business, e-Commerce, automated procurement systems, technology instructional design,

educational technology, educational program leadership, and/or training administration and presentation skills.

• Experience with LMS administration.
• Experience with conference/event planning.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Notice: DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.

The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. The online State application must contain all required information and fully respond to the questions to be considered for this job opportunity.

For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office at jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or call 804-786-3910.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Department of General Services

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: Jobs@DGS.VIRGINIA.GOV

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.