Instructional Systems Designer IV

Global in service but local in approach, Nisga'a Tek is committed to high-quality service to those who defend us. Nisga'a Tek ensures mission assurance and execution for customers and warfighters. Providing intelligence, IT, cyber security, training, logistics, administrative, acquisition, and background investigation services.

Summary:

Nisga'a Tek is looking for an Instructional Systems Designer/Technical Instructor IV to provide instructional design services encompassing all phases of the ADDIE process while incorporating instructional principles, theories, concepts, and best practices into plans for training materials and products.

Essential Job Functions:

• Create learning materials grounded in sound educational theory and best practices in technology using multimedia, software, and programming.
• Support the instructional design team by utilizing expertise to develop, revise, and maintain training products.
• Integrate media components in asynchronous and synchronous training products using approved government applications (i.e., Captivate, Articulate, Rise, Storyline etc.).
• Assist in strategy development to evolve the practice of design with a focus on human-centered design principles with an application of equity and justice frameworks within traditional ISD models.
• Provide instruction, to the Government and Military on Instructional Design Strategies and Application
• Establish, generate, and maintain tracking of all relevant files, documents, and correspondence relative to requests for and delivery of training.
• Handle logistics of providing training materials, files, and equipment.
• Responsible for the testing, certification, and maintenance processes for numerous and varied courses.
• Process large volumes of data and perform data reduction and editing. Conduct Internet searches to support informational requests.
• Perform education related technology tasks to include 508 compliance, Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) compliance (ADL test suite), operability/playability troubleshooting and repair, hosting system compatibility, etc. These tasks require some limited programming skills demonstrating functional knowledge of Java, HTML, XML, as it applies to computer-based training design and development.
• Lead and foster a collaborative development process while working closely with government and contract instructional designers, training specialist/developers, media specialists, programmers, subject matter experts, project sponsors and key project stakeholders.
• Develop new, complete distributed learning training products (interactive multimedia instruction, video, audio, job aids, etc.) that include complete content that exactly meets the course objectives; learning activities at the appropriate interactivity level; assessment items that precisely measure the objective to include practical exercises, checks-on-learning, exams, etc.; media enhancements to include, narration, graphics, animations, etc.; and end-of-course surveys.
• Modify/update existing distributed learning products provided from various sources and authored with diverse development tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, Articulate, Captivate, Adobe Presenter, etc.
• Additional tasks include the following: research and gather data; develop plans, communications, briefings, and policies; load and maintain courseware files; coordinate repair options and decisions with proponents; repair/modify courseware; re-develop courseware that cannot be repaired; complete course academic; and test and validate products on target learning management system.
• Perform a variety of writing tasks ensuring cohesiveness, clarity, flow, appropriate reading level, and compliance with Army and grammatical writing guidelines. Writing tasks include but are not limited to narration, scripts, storyboards, and documents previously identified.
• Provide detailed update briefings to the Instructional Design Creative Director, corporate Program Manager, and COR on any critical issues requiring prompt attention prior to the actual suspense for deliverables.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Design Thinking: Human Centered Design
• Learner-centric design strategies
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective communication
• Visualization skills
• Analysis
• Specialized knowledge within the Center of Excellence realm highly preferred
• Curriculum development within a medical concentration
• Technical experience with education delivery systems

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field 12+ years of experience OR General ISD experience 10+ years and a MA/MS degree or certification.
• Minimum 10+ years of related experience required.
• Experience writing curriculum for the DoD recipient Center of Excellence audience.
• Experience with Instructing/Facilitating
• eLearning Experience
• Complex project experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in education or related field.

Pay and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.