Instructional Designer

Disability Solutions - Overland Park, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Overland Park, KS

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer plays a crucial role in the analysis, design, development, and evaluation of training materials across the organization. This position is responsible for creating effective learning experiences that cater to various formats, including online e-learning, virtual classrooms, and live instructor-led sessions. The designer will conduct in-depth needs analyses to uncover both learner and organizational needs, identify performance gaps, and adapt to changes in work processes, procedures, and technologies. By utilizing training authoring and multimedia tools, the Instructional Designer will ensure that the training materials are engaging and effective. In this role, the Instructional Designer will collaborate closely with subject matter experts to determine the most suitable learning solutions for specific situations. They will design and develop a variety of learning programs and content, employing adult learning methodologies to enhance the learning experience. Acting as a project manager, the designer will oversee the implementation of these learning solutions, ensuring that all aspects of the project are executed smoothly and effectively. Additionally, the Instructional Designer will create test questions, activities, and exercises to measure the trainees' learning outcomes. They will also manage and populate training course data within the learning management system, ensuring that all information is accurate and up-to-date. Staying current with training and development research, learning theory, and new materials and methods is essential for this role, as it allows the designer to continuously improve the quality of training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth needs analysis to uncover learner and organizational needs, identify performance gaps and changes in work processes, procedures and technologies.
• Work with subject matter experts to determine the best learning solution for the situation.
• Design and develop various types of learning programs and content (e-learning, classroom, webinars) using adult learning methodology.
• Act as project manager for implementation of learning solutions.
• Create test questions, activities, and exercises to measure the trainee's learning.
• Manage and populate training course data in learning management system.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 3 years experience as an instructional designer
• Minimum 3 years experience and advanced proficiency using e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate
• US citizenship in order to obtain US Dept. of Energy 'Q' level security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, organizational development, education, communication or related field preferred
• 3 years experience with learning management systems preferred
• 3 years experience using graphics programs to create supporting graphics, photos, screen captures to illustrate learning points
• Experience in conducting needs analysis
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage instructional design projects
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office
• Experience in manufacturing or technical business
• Project management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, influence, collaboration and listening skills to interpret client needs and drive results
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available