Instructional Designer

Steampunk • McLean, VA

8d • $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. Working with a cross-functional team of designers and technical experts, you will engage stakeholders and end users to create an effective approach and support adoption of new systems and processes. The role includes analyzing training and business processes, developing engaging learning materials, leading training delivery, measuring adoption, supporting learning management system administration, and planning for the long-term governance of training programs and materials. The position requires travel across the United States (10%).

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 about problem-solving, and strong analytical skills.
• Experience working in a project-based environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database software.
• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of total experience, or equivalent experience in Training and Instructional Design and education.
• Ability to travel across the United States (10%).

Nice To Haves

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

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 improvement opportunities.
• Research learning content and coordinate with Subject Matter Experts to structure learning paths.
• Develop interactive training materials in varied modalities, including videos, user guides, and gamified learning, applying learning theories and frameworks such as ADDIE, Bloom’s, and SAM.
• Determine the use of 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.

What This Job Offers

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