Instructional Designer

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Senior Instructional Designer works with the instructional design team to create curricula, training materials, instructional standards, templates, and processes. The role mentors and consults with instructional designers on best practices, tools, interaction techniques, and evaluation of learning outcomes using Kirkpatrick’s Methodology. The position also facilitates training and development activities for team members.

The Senior Instructional Designer collaborates with business partners and subject matter experts to identify training needs, determine course content and delivery methods, develop classroom and web-based learning materials, and evaluate learning outcomes. The role leads and collaborates on multifaceted curricula, delegates design tasks to junior instructional designers, supports the review of learning deliverables, and implements process improvements. It also adapts instruction for different learners, helps promote learning opportunities, and facilitates in-person and virtual training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, instructional design, education, or a related field, or related professional experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Five years of related experience in content development or instructional design.
• Ability to develop virtual education experiences.
• Advanced understanding of instructional design models and learning theory, resulting in improved employee job performance.
• Ability to facilitate training in classroom and virtual settings.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Kirkpatrick’s Methodology of Evaluation certification.
• Experience with eLearning development software; Articulate 360 is preferred.
• Experience using Camtasia video recording and editing software.
• Strong graphics background and experience using graphics software.
• Project management experience.
• Healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of current human resources, training, and organizational development trends.
• Experience in public speaking and training facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business partners and centers of excellence to identify training needs and solutions.
• Consult and collaborate with instructional designers, trainers, business units, and area experts to determine course content and appropriate delivery methods.
• Advise and collaborate with instructional designers to improve training activities and program effectiveness using metrics and evaluations.
• Develop classroom and/or web-based courses and learning materials that support team-member development and business goals.
• Evaluate learning outcomes using Kirkpatrick’s methodology to assess return on expectation and alignment with the organization’s mission, strategic goals, and operational objectives.
• Lead and collaborate on the creation of multifaceted curricula, delegating design tasks to junior instructional designers.
• Facilitate the learning deliverable review process.
• Identify and implement process improvements for the instructional design team.
• Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.
• Assist with communication and promotion of learning opportunities through email and intranet design elements.
• Facilitate in-person and/or virtual training on soft skills, technology, and other competencies.
• Mentor instructional designers and facilitate training and development activities for team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior