What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Designer position at NC State Board of Elections?
The Instructional Designer is responsible for creating engaging and effective learning experiences. Using best practices from adult learning theories, design theory, and creative writing, the Instructional Designer works with agency stakeholders to shape, develop, and deliver eLearning, workshops, job aids, and other instructional materials for internal and external learning.
Description of Work:
Learning Object Creation
Essential Functions:
Design learning objects including but not limited to eLearning modules, PowerPoints, course assignments, and assessments
Use templates to create job aids, user guides, standard operating procedures, and other written materials
Analyze, updates, and refines existing instructional content
Instructional Support Material Creation
Essential Functions:
Develop instructor’s manuals, rubrics, and other teaching tools
Create modules and storyboards
Develop template designs for courses
Write scripts for video and audio content
Create or modify document templates
Training Consultation
Essential Functions:
Conduct training needs analyses
Collaborate with subject experts to develop and update course content
Advocate for and research best practices for adult learning strategies and methodologies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Knowledge of adult learning models
Knowledge of visual design and composition
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to translate needs into deliverables
Experience with design platforms, such as Adobe Creative Cloud products and Articulate products
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical colleagues and clients
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous deadlines
Proficiency in the use of a learning management system, such as Cornerstone
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of training development experience in a progressive training or teaching role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html) for the State of North Carolina.