Instructional Specialist

We have an opening for an Instructional Specialist. You will independently perform the full scope of instructional activities associated with the analysis design and development of Security Organization (SO) performance-based training programs including development of multimedia training material web-based training material performance activities and print-based instructional materials.  The successful candidate will be responsible for implementation and evaluation of instructional activities for all SO training programs. The position will report to the Training Group Support Supervisor.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

• Conduct needs assessment activities.
• Conduct validate and approve job and task analyses for SO personnel.
• Design course goals objectives and performance criteria based on the job analysis.
• Develop learning assessments and provide ongoing feedback and recommendations to instructors and course owners.
• Analyze and generate reports summarizing training evaluation results.
• Monitor and analyze changes in procedures and policies lessons-learned information and audit findings for impact and incorporation into training materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the H04.3 level

• Design develop and revise performance-based and web-based training materials instructor guides participant materials and supporting documentation. Partner with subject matter experts and management and participate in high-level reviews and assessments to ensure alignment between training programs and organizational requirements and needs.
• Design implement and evaluate internally developed and/or vendor-purchased training programs and services. Develop learning assessments; evaluate the results of performance tests and assessments and formulate trends to assist and plan approved corrective actions.
• Determine e-learning technical requirements compatibility and integrate changing technology.

Qualifications :

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelors degree in Instruction Systems Design Training and Development Organization Development Education Human Resources Industrial Psychology Sociology or related field or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in Instructional Design or Training related field.
• Instructional design skills including needs analysis scope identification design specifications performance-based objectives assessment and curriculum development using the application of the ADDIE model
• Experience developing establishing and maintaining web-based/e-Learning training to include storyboards tests still graphics movies animations etc.
• Advanced technical editing writing and grammar skills.
• Problem solving analytical and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of and experience applying adult learning theory training and development theories and technologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing as well as interact effectively with others and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work at Site 300 occasional off-shift activity and periodic travel required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently prioritize work assignments and plan long-term projects effectively.

Additional qualifications at the H04.3 level

• Experience developing strategies and project plans for implementing training programs. Analytical decision-making and project planning skills.
• Ability to work independently prioritize work assignments and plan long-term projects effectively.
• Experience evaluating training assessments designing developing and implementing performance metrics.

Qualifications We Desire

• Knowledge of and/or experience with performance-based training models.
• Experience using Vision Developer Application Articulate Storyline software Articulate 360 and HTML5.

Pay Range

$95820 - $117312 Annually for the H04.2 level

$114900- $140712 Annually for the H04.3 level

This is the lowest to highest salary range in good faith we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to specific competencies relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance and business or organizational needs.

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This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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  Remote Work :

  No

  
  

  Employment Type :

  Full-time