Training Lead / Instructional Designer

rockITdata • Arlington, VA

8d • Remote

About The Position

rockITdata is seeking a Training Lead / Instructional Designer to support a major federal healthcare modernization initiative. This role involves leading the design, development, and delivery of comprehensive training programs for healthcare professionals, system administrators, and government stakeholders to facilitate the adoption of new technology solutions. The position requires close collaboration with Organizational Change Management, Communications, engineering teams, and customer leadership to create engaging learning experiences that foster user confidence, operational readiness, and long-term adoption of enterprise healthcare systems. This role is ideal for an experienced instructional design professional skilled in translating complex technical concepts into effective learning experiences and supporting technology adoption in healthcare.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Communications, Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience designing and delivering technical training or instructional programs supporting enterprise technology implementations.
• Experience developing instructor-led training, eLearning, virtual learning, and blended learning solutions.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional systems design (ISD), and curriculum development methodologies.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Microsoft Office, Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Learning Management Systems (LMS), or similar instructional development tools is preferred.
• Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD), ATD Master Trainer, or other instructional design certification is preferred.
• Experience supporting VA, VHA, DHA, or other Federal healthcare organizations, health IT, telehealth, or Federal program management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced training programs supporting enterprise healthcare technology implementations.
• Develop curriculum, facilitator guides, participant guides, job aids, quick reference materials, user manuals, and other learning resources.
• Partner with subject matter experts, Business Analysts, engineers, and Government stakeholders to translate technical requirements into effective learning content.
• Conduct training needs assessments and develop learning strategies that support organizational readiness and technology adoption.
• Coordinate training schedules, instructor assignments, learning logistics, and course delivery activities.
• Deliver instructor-led training sessions, virtual workshops, demonstrations, and train-the-trainer programs as required.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and learner feedback while recommending continuous improvements.
• Collaborate with Organizational Change Management and Communications teams to align training initiatives with stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Maintain training documentation, course materials, learning management records, and curriculum updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Recommend innovative instructional technologies and adult learning techniques that improve learner engagement and knowledge retention.

Benefits

• rockITdata is committed to following its 10 Guiding Principles.
• Empowerment of people to be themselves.
• Encouragement of an entrepreneurial way of thinking.
• Challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Equal opportunity employer.
• Commitment to non-discrimination in all employment practices and decisions.
• Consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status or any characteristic protected by Federal, state, or local law.
• Assistance for individuals with disabilities needing accommodation to access the application process.

What This Job Offers

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