Senior Instructional Designer

$75,000 - $98,000/Yr

Shrm - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alexandria, VA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Instructional Designer (SID) at SHRM is responsible for the analysis, design, and development of innovative learning deliverables aimed at enhancing the HR profession and supporting SHRM's mission. This role involves utilizing instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles to create various training programs, including in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats. The SID collaborates with cross-functional teams and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure the training materials are effective and accessible, while also staying updated on industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, designs, and develops SHRM learning deliverables in alignment with SHRM's audience structure.
• Practices self-directed project management, ensuring timeline goals are met, and manages multiple projects concurrently.
• Cultivates relationships with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Collaborates cross functionally for training generation, expertise consulting, and participates in SHRM events when called upon.
• Creates program materials that are accessible to WCAG 2.2 Level AA standard, and only uses tools and products that are fully accessible to learners.
• Conducts annual audits of SHRM programs to determine necessary updates and redesign needs.
• Maintains a competitive ID edge by remaining informed with emerging ID and Talent and Development (T&D) trends, technologies, and practices.

Requirements

• Seven years' experience serving as a full-time Instructional Designer.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative, and Articulate 360 suite of tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree plus an Instructional Systems Design (ISD) or ISD technology certification.
• Master's degree in ISD or ISD technology.
• Knowledge and experience in the HR field.

Benefits

• Professional growth and development
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Well-being programs
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plan
• Open leave
• Annual discretionary bonus and incentives