What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contractor - Instructional Designer (REL) position at INSPYR Solutions?
Title: Instructional Designer
Location: Winchester, VA (Hybrid)
Duration: Initial 6 Month Contract with Extensions
Compensation: $30-37.50/HR
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
Description
To plan and manage instructional design projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the
organization. Develop instructional courses tailored to meet the desired learning outcomes and needs of
Navy Federal and the learners. Collaborate to implement strategies for educating and training employees to achieve higher levels of performance. Utilize a variety of techniques to define and sequence instructional content and strategies. Create curricula by quickly and efficiently learning/processing large volumes of information and by conducting research on subject matter. Remain supportive of business unit/organizational training needs and refresh the training and materials as needed throughout its lifecycle. Work under minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
• Advise and assist trainers on course evaluation results
• Collaborate with others to plan and design courses and curricula; ensure accuracy of content and
test multimedia elements
• Conduct needs assessment on request from business unit management to provide customized
training or individual guidance to improve and develop performance
• Create and edit new LMS learning activities; set up required training assignments in LMS; create
custom LMS reports
• Create dynamic instructional and training materials using current technologies including
references and support tools that reinforce training, increase efficiency and help produce error[1]free work
• Develop and test course content, training games, graphic designs and other technology driven
products
• Develop classroom, online and/or independent learning program content that transfers knowledge
effectively and brings about desired behavior change
• Develop instructional strategies and courses for a business unit and/or cross-company products
and skills
• Evaluate the effectiveness of courses, learning products and delivery methods to ensure that the
desired learning objectives and goals are achieved
• Involved in instructional design project teams with multiple deliverables, significant risk and
complexity
• Select most effective instructional approach including a blend of instructor-led and/or self-directed
techniques
• Select, modify, or establish a design and development model appropriate for a given project;
analyze learning needs to assist in establishing learning objectives
• Validate and integrate feedback, assessments and course evaluations into current and new
training course content and/or delivery vehicle
• Conduct presentations for various groups including executive leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Ability to adapt to fluctuating workflow
• Ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely
• Experience in evaluating the effectiveness of courses and learning products and delivery
methods
• Experience in researching/writing course content and/or developing courses, demonstrations,
graphic designs and other technology driven products
• Advanced knowledge of instructional theories, educational psychology, educational theory, tools
and resources
• Working knowledge of instructional design to develop courses for products, processes and/or
skills
• Desired - Experience in multi-media training
• Desired - Working knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and
procedures
• Advanced skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals
• Effective database and presentation software skills
• Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
• Effective research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective skill capturing and translating processes and requirements into easily understood terms
• Effective skill collaborating with various external and internal technical and/or functional contacts
• Effective skill communicating with all levels within an organization
• Effective skill in assessing organizational training needs and researching topics for course
development
• Effective skill in building strategic and execution-focused plans and alliances with partner
leadership
• Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in difficult situations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, business, communication, behavioral sciences, training
development or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Qualities: strong communicator - both written and verbal, proactive, takes initiative to find opportunities to make an impact, active contributor in meetings, natural leader, builds strong relationships, earns respect from colleagues
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Location: Winchester, VA (Hybrid)
Duration: Initial 6 Month Contract with Extensions
Compensation: $30-37.50/HR
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
Description
To plan and manage instructional design projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the
organization. Develop instructional courses tailored to meet the desired learning outcomes and needs of
Navy Federal and the learners. Collaborate to implement strategies for educating and training employees to achieve higher levels of performance. Utilize a variety of techniques to define and sequence instructional content and strategies. Create curricula by quickly and efficiently learning/processing large volumes of information and by conducting research on subject matter. Remain supportive of business unit/organizational training needs and refresh the training and materials as needed throughout its lifecycle. Work under minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
• Advise and assist trainers on course evaluation results
• Collaborate with others to plan and design courses and curricula; ensure accuracy of content and
test multimedia elements
• Conduct needs assessment on request from business unit management to provide customized
training or individual guidance to improve and develop performance
• Create and edit new LMS learning activities; set up required training assignments in LMS; create
custom LMS reports
• Create dynamic instructional and training materials using current technologies including
references and support tools that reinforce training, increase efficiency and help produce error[1]free work
• Develop and test course content, training games, graphic designs and other technology driven
products
• Develop classroom, online and/or independent learning program content that transfers knowledge
effectively and brings about desired behavior change
• Develop instructional strategies and courses for a business unit and/or cross-company products
and skills
• Evaluate the effectiveness of courses, learning products and delivery methods to ensure that the
desired learning objectives and goals are achieved
• Involved in instructional design project teams with multiple deliverables, significant risk and
complexity
• Select most effective instructional approach including a blend of instructor-led and/or self-directed
techniques
• Select, modify, or establish a design and development model appropriate for a given project;
analyze learning needs to assist in establishing learning objectives
• Validate and integrate feedback, assessments and course evaluations into current and new
training course content and/or delivery vehicle
• Conduct presentations for various groups including executive leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Ability to adapt to fluctuating workflow
• Ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely
• Experience in evaluating the effectiveness of courses and learning products and delivery
methods
• Experience in researching/writing course content and/or developing courses, demonstrations,
graphic designs and other technology driven products
• Advanced knowledge of instructional theories, educational psychology, educational theory, tools
and resources
• Working knowledge of instructional design to develop courses for products, processes and/or
skills
• Desired - Experience in multi-media training
• Desired - Working knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and
procedures
• Advanced skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals
• Effective database and presentation software skills
• Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
• Effective research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective skill capturing and translating processes and requirements into easily understood terms
• Effective skill collaborating with various external and internal technical and/or functional contacts
• Effective skill communicating with all levels within an organization
• Effective skill in assessing organizational training needs and researching topics for course
development
• Effective skill in building strategic and execution-focused plans and alliances with partner
leadership
• Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in difficult situations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, business, communication, behavioral sciences, training
development or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Qualities: strong communicator - both written and verbal, proactive, takes initiative to find opportunities to make an impact, active contributor in meetings, natural leader, builds strong relationships, earns respect from colleagues
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Salary : $30 - $38
