Instructional Designer

Steampunk • McLean, VA

9d • $75,000 - $140,000

About The Position

As an Instructional Designer, you will develop and implement a comprehensive onboarding and training program in support of a Federal client. You will work with a cross-functional team of designers and technical experts, engaging stakeholders and end users to develop an effective approach and support adoption of new systems and processes.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Public Trust Security Clearance.
• At least 4 years of experience in Education, Training, HR, or a related field.
• Thorough knowledge of the full training life cycle and demonstrated ability to develop and implement training.
• Knowledge of contemporary learning management software platforms.
• Experience with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques.
• Ability to convey complex information in an understandable way.
• Experience collaborating within a multidisciplinary delivery team, including UX/UI designers, technologists, data scientists, engineers, solution architects, and change managers.
• Collaborative nature with excellent written communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with Design Thinking, curiosity for solving problems, and strong analytical skills.
• Experience working in a project-based environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database software.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Training and Instructional Design.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in or with the federal government.
• Previous work experience as a consultant.

Responsibilities

• Understand end users and develop training appropriate to their diverse needs.
• Analyze existing training materials and business processes to identify learning gaps, needs, and opportunities for improvement.
• Research appropriate learning content and coordinate with Subject Matter Experts to structure learning paths.
• Develop interactive and engaging training materials in a variety of modalities, including videos, user guides, and gamified learning, applying learning theories such as ADDIE, Bloom’s, and SAM.
• Determine how to use knowledge checks and compliance tracking.
• Lead training development and delivery.
• Establish metrics and measure user adoption.
• Facilitate learning management system administration and usage, and develop feedback loops for enhancement.
• Consider long-term governance to sustain training programs and materials.

Benefits

• Steampunk offers additional employee benefits; details are available through the company’s benefits information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time