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Summary

The Instructional Designer (ID) works to identify skills, knowledge, and information gaps of a targeted audience and, based on instructional theory and best practices, selects or creates learning experiences that close this gap.

Job details

The ID 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 engineering and technical documentation and from interviews with subject matter experts (SMEs).

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.

* Engage with SMEs to solicit information as required during all phases of the project, and to provide recommendations or feedback where appropriate.

* 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.

* Collaborate with and accept feedback and coaching from more experienced IDs to achieve desired results.

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.

* 5 years of experience designing, developing, and delivering training programs and curricula.

* 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.

* 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 systems.

* Ability to read various technical drawings, specifications, 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.

* Minimal travel to client sites may be required (<10%).

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