Instructional Designer/Trainer (Technical)

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking an Instructional Designer / Trainer (Technical). The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https : / / sen.gov / J5NY . This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.Duties Partners and collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design and develop effective and accessible training to a diverse audience. Designs, delivers, and evaluates e-learning programs, virtual, and live instructor-led training. Prepares and revises educational and training materials to support larger training programs and initiatives. Delivers Senate-specific training for DC and State offices. Some travel to State Offices may be required. Prepares evaluation instruments and conducts diagnostic, formative, and summary evaluations. Provides consultation, documentation, and training to project teams for various products and processes. Other duties as assigned.Requirements For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https : / / sen.gov / J5NY .Qualifications Other Duties / ResponsibilitiesMonitors current training and development publications and activities; makes appropriate recommendations for adaptation and inclusion into Senate programs.Required Work ExperienceThree to five years’ experience in teaching, training and / or training development.Required Special Skills / KnowledgeKnowledge of, or ability to learn, services provided by the Joint Office of Training and Development. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and functions, including policies and regulations set by the Senate Rules Committee and the Senate Committee on Ethics.Ability to conduct professional presentations and present training to a variety of students.Ability to conduct needs analysis to determine training needs.Ability to develop instructional material and select the most effective instructional method.Ability to effectively interact with staff members representing all levels of the organization, as well as with outside vendors.Ability to communicate effectively.Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of training, instruction, and coaching. Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to apply it in e-learning environments.Knowledge of Instructional Systems Design, course development, and training. Strong writing skills.As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.Desired QualificationsTechnical Training Proficiency : Experience using e-learning authoring tools to create self-paced training and delivering via online platforms as well as in-person.Technical Orientation : Experience learning and training others on software systems by translating complex concepts and processes into actionable steps. Ability to quickly learn software and systems to create and provide training to a variety of audiences in one-on-one and group settings.Customer Service Orientation : Experience listening to needs, staying flexible in approach to solutions, and maintaining a professional attitude.Communication & Collaboration : Professional interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating with project teams.Working ConditionsSedentary. Work requires frequent physical effort walking, bending, crawling, standing for long durations.#J-18808-Ljbffr