Instructional Designer job at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

The individual filling this role will join a team of skilled professionals that are primarily tasked with developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the web-based training courses that are used by the lab. Examples of the programs and curricula supported by this team include worker safety and health, nuclear safety, environmental, emergency management, rad worker/rad protection, facilities and operations, and business services.

Responsible for planning, developing, and conducting training programs within assigned areas in accordance with the ADDIE Instructional Design Model. Provides leadership for the training development process and the delivery of training. Provides internal consulting services to the functional units to design and develop their training programs. May serve as a SME for specific compliance requirements. Serves as a formal reviewer of training documents to ensure their accuracy and completeness. Develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. Prepares and deploys self-assessment activities for assigned areas and supports internal/external audits for assigned programs. Keeps abreast of federal, state and local regulations for impacts and requirements on training programs. May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop and/or administer training programs. Those entering this career series may be tasked with more technical functions with a focus on the practical application of advanced training technologies, such as rapid development and deployment of eLearning content that is integrated within a learning management system.

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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.