Instructional Designer - Remote

First American • Washington, DC

5d • Remote

About The Position

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American’s family of companies, First American Home Warranty offers a wide range of home warranty products and services to home sellers, buyers and agents. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Design, develop and implement learning solutions and curriculum materials for instructor led, self-paced training, mobile learning, video and audio-based training as assigned. What You'll Do: Build commercial quality learning content using industry accepted instructional design processes (ADDIE, ARCS, SAM, Bloom’s etc.). Perform needs/job analysis and effectively communicate development requirements to all levels within the organization. Gather information and compile/analyze data to determine the most appropriate and effective learning methods for diverse work groups. Work with subject matter experts, stakeholder, business sponsors and students to ensure learning objectives are met. Present complex information using instructionally effective methods. Analyze/assess training effectiveness and recommend adjustments. Track employee performance and measure training outcomes. May recommend training methods. May participate in system administration and course maintenance, such as Learning Management System (LMS)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4-7 years of experience designing training for adult audiences in a professional environment
• Training project management skills with an emphasis on needs analysis, scope, time estimations and execution
• Demonstrated critical thinking to review and analyze data
• Proficient in graphic/user interface/interactive design
• Experience with applications such as: Adobe Creative Suite (PhotoShop, Illustrator, Bridge, Premiere, InDesign, AfterEffects, etc.) Articulate 360 (Storyline 360, Rise, Studio 360, Replay, etc.) Snagit Camtasia Microsoft Office Applications Online graphic design applications, such as Venngage, Canva, etc. HTML, ActionSript or application/gaming design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated; self-starter
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond quickly to emergent problems

Nice To Haves

• Information Mapping/DocuTools Certification preferred.
• Instructional design certificate from an industry recognized organization (ATD, Learning Guild, Langevin, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

• Build commercial quality learning content using industry accepted instructional design processes (ADDIE, ARCS, SAM, Bloom’s etc.)
• Perform needs/job analysis and effectively communicate development requirements to all levels within the organization.
• Gather information and compile/analyze data to determine the most appropriate and effective learning methods for diverse work groups.
• Work with subject matter experts, stakeholder, business sponsors and students to ensure learning objectives are met.
• Present complex information using instructionally effective methods.
• Analyze/assess training effectiveness and recommend adjustments.
• Track employee performance and measure training outcomes.
• May recommend training methods.
• May participate in system administration and course maintenance, such as Learning Management System (LMS)

Benefits

• First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

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