Instructional Designer

$65,603 - $74,339/Yr

Acs Professional Staffing - Vancouver, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Vancouver, WA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer position at ACS Professional Staffing involves supporting the organization responsible for managing field operations, maintenance, and construction of high-voltage electrical transmission systems. The role focuses on developing and converting technical and safety training courses into web-based formats, ensuring that educational needs for various electrical apprentices and craftsmen are met effectively.

Responsibilities

• Consult with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop courses using established ISD processes.
• Create or convert existing technical and safety courses into Web-based Training (WBT) courses using ToolBook and Adobe Captivate.
• Provide subject matter expertise for special projects related to training efforts.
• Create WBT testing/quizzes for score recording and reporting using current WBT course development software.
• Encode HTML script to quiz pages for compatibility with HRMIS.
• Create voiceovers for WBT courses following a written script.
• Record training delivery and how-to videos using a Digital Video Camera.
• Edit previous VHS tapes to digital format for WBT integration using Adobe Premier.
• Interview and transcribe SME knowledge for course development.
• Update and upgrade WBT courses in a timely manner based on content owner notifications.
• Troubleshoot online courses and correct issues as needed.
• Write/develop/maintain HTML/SharePoint web pages for the Technical Training website.
• Create forms in SharePoint using Nintex and maintain existing InfoPath forms.
• Create and maintain Technical Training Center websites and web pages, including workflows and forms.
• Use SnagIt to generate catalogs of pictures and graphics for course creation.
• Create animated pages within online courses using Adobe Flash.
• Edit graphics using Adobe Photoshop and create drawings with Visio for embedding into WBT.
• Stay updated on new methods and best practices for Adult Education to enhance training programs.
• Maintain compliance with document management and information security standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in educational design, education training & development, or a related field is desirable.
• 1 year of experience as an Instructional System Development (ISD) Designer, Training Specialist, or Course Developer required.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft software such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Word.
• Proficiency with SharePoint for content creation and maintenance.
• Proficiency with Adobe software products: Flash, Audition, Premiere Pro, Bridge, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator.
• Experience with ToolBook, Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, Basic HTML script, SnagIt, Visio Pro, MS InfoPath, Nintex.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Exceptional grammar and proofreading skills.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.

Benefits

• Paid holidays: 11
• PTO: Starting at 10 days
• Sick Leave: Up to 56 hours per year (prorated based on start date)
• EAP: Employee Assistance Program
• Benefit Options Available: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, DCA, LPFSA, HSA, Group Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Voluntary Accident
• 401k (immediately eligible for employee and employer contributions - employer match up to 4%)
• Calm App
• Access Perks