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Steampunk, Inc. · 1 month ago

Senior Instructional Designer

McLean, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $160K/yr

5+ years exp

Steampunk, Inc. is a company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the Federal contracting industry. They are seeking a Senior Instructional Designer to develop and implement comprehensive technical training programs for their federal clients, working collaboratively with stakeholders and end-users to ensure the effective adoption of new systems and processes.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop learner personas to create tailored training for diverse user needs

Analyze existing training materials and business processes to identify learning gaps/needs and opportunities for improvement

Conduct user-wide learning needs analyses and identify business process training gaps

Conduct user research to determine learning content scope and coordinate with Subject Matter Experts to structure learning paths

Balance stakeholder expectations with learner needs through training approach deliverables

Develop interactive and engaging training materials using a variety of modalities (videos, user guides, eLearning, etc.) with learner theories in mind (ADDIE, Bloom’s, Spiral Model, etc.) to create dynamic learning experiences

Incorporate proper implementation of knowledge checks and compliance tracking

Lead and direct training development and delivery

Establish metrics and measure user adoption

Facilitate learning management system administration, usage, and develop feedback loops for enhancement

Consider long-term governance plans for sustaining training programs and materials like the development of Train-the-Trainer structures

Qualification

Training program developmentLearning management software508 compliant trainingTechnical training experienceAnalytical skillsDesign ThinkingMS Office proficiencyTraining tools masteryCollaboration skillsWritten communicationPresentation skills

Required

Ability to obtain a U.S. government Public Trust Security Clearance

5+ years of experience in Education, Training, or a related field

1+ year(s) of experience in training on technical systems or software

Thorough knowledge of the full training life cycle and demonstrated ability to develop and implement

Knowledge of contemporary learning management software platforms

Experience with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques

Ability to convey complex information in a way that people understand

Experience collaborating within a multi-disciplinary delivery team including UX/UI designers, technologists, data scientists, engineers, solution architects, and change managers

A collaborative nature with excellent written communication and presentation skills

Familiarity with Design Thinking and a natural curiosity for solving problems coupled with strong analytical skills

Experience with 508 compliant training

Experience working in an agile project-based environment

Proficiency in MS Office and Mastery of Training tools (Articulate, Camtasia, Vyond)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Training and Instructional Design

Preferred

Previous work experience in or with the federal government

Previous work experience as a consultant

Company

Steampunk, Inc.

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Steampunk is anchored by a startup culture with a customer-centered delivery approach, we put our Federal government clients in the center of everything we design, develop, and deliver to drive high-quality mission impacts and user experiences at speed.

Founded in 2019

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

201-500 employees