Instructional Systems Designer job

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Job Summary

Instructional designer will be part of a large curriculum development team responsible for the design and development of technical training for a maritime manufacturer. Candidate will be required to develop training materials from interviews with subject matter experts (SME) and engineering and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Apply front-end analyses including task analysis, content analysis and evaluation of learner characteristics to propose the most effective learning solutions and topical flow for each training program and audience.

• Use sound instructional design methods to design and develop learning experiences for self-directed training, eLearning, instructor-led training (in-class and virtual) or performance support solutions that increase employees’ knowledge skills and abilities.

• Collaborate closely with project managers, training analysts, subject matter experts and content and media developers to build highly engaging and effective learning experiences.

• Identify opportunities to supplement instructor-led training with blended learning solutions that include game-based, performance support, and eLearning.

• Synthesize technical and complex ideas and procedures into easy-to-understand training formats for novice learners.

• Follow a curriculum development framework to ensure consistency and quality in all deliverables.

• Be adaptable and flexible in managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

• Share frequent status updates with internal team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Systems Design or related discipline.

• 1-year of experience designing and developing technical training for employees in a maritime manufacturing setting.

• Demonstrate experience storyboarding eLearning courses, writing video scripts, designing and developing instructor-led training, writing assessment questions for written and performance-based examinations, and creating performance support tools such as job aids and interactive PDFs.

• Demonstrate experience designing and developing examinations, quizzes, knowledge checks and performance-based assessments to ensure learner mastery of the subject matter.

• Integrate reviewer feedback into course design.

• Use enthusiasm, drive, and creativity to apply instructional strategies to course design and development.

• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products.

• Have a working knowledge of SharePoint and in managing version control of files and documents.

• Have a portfolio of your work ready to share.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design/Instructional Technology, Education, or Adult Learning.

• Five years of experience designing, developing, and delivering technical training programs and curricula in a manufacturing setting, including in-depth experience with eLearning.

• Experience developing training using an AGILE approach.

• Knowledge of US Navy submarine structural components and its systems.

• Ability to read various technical drawings, specs, and other work package documentation.

• Exceptional ability to earn trust of subject matter experts and stakeholders.

• Self-starter with outstanding organization and execution of task-based skills.

• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities and grammar skills

Additional Information

• The selected candidate will design training for one or more trade departments: electrical, pipefitting, pipe welding, structural welding, steel processing and fabrication, inside and outside machinist, rigging, painting and carpentry.

• All candidates selected will be subject to a security background investigation and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to client information.

Travel is not anticipated for this position.

With more than 4000 employees in over 30 countries, diversity at GP Strategies is second nature! Beyond our locations, our culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That’s how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter.

GP Strategies is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.