Instructional Designer

Job Title: Technical Writer

Duration: 11 months contract

Location: CARSON CITY, NV 89701 - 40% onsite/60% onsite. Mon/Tues in office but may shift as needed

Pay Rate: $40-44/hour on w2 without any benefits, vacation and holidays.

Job Description :

This role focuses on designing, developing, and delivering engaging training content to support general public. You will create digital and print learning experiences that make complex administration processes accessible, accurate, and easy to follow.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain engaging training materials in multiple formats (eLearning, facilitator/learner guides, PowerPoints, videos, microlearning, handouts, and job aids).

• Balance speed with quality, producing professional, polished content by defined deadlines while maintaining accuracy and instructional integrity.

• Translate complex processes, regulations, and laws into clear, accessible, and engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.

• Support both in-person and virtual training delivery using Microsoft Teams and other tools.

• Continuously evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on feedback and results.

• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

Qualifications, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong instructional design skills with experience creating eLearning, instructor-led training, blended learning programs, and certification programs.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of instructional design or related experience preferred (equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience will be considered).

• Proven ability to design and deliver high-quality content quickly, adapting to shifting timelines and priorities.

• Proficiency in instructional design software and learning management systems (e.g., Adobe Captivate, Articulate, Adobe Learning Manager, Cornerstone, or similar) and the ability to quickly learn new or related platforms.

• Experience with knowledge base systems and collaboration tools (e.g., Zendesk, SharePoint,

Confluence, Smartsheets, Microsoft Teams, or similar).

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) or equivalent productivity tools.

• Ability to write clearly and concisely, simplifying complex topics into engaging, learner-friendly content.

• Strong visual design sense and experience creating polished, professional learning materials.

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices in instructional design.

• Comfortable working with both digital and print training deliverables.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and keep pace in a fast moving environment.

• Flexibility and creativity in problem-solving, with an eye for continuous improvement.