What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Development position at Ampcus, Inc?
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team. Job Title: Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Development. Location: Livermore, CA. Responsibilities:
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
- Primary designer and developer for instructor-led, web-based, and on-the-job training for apprenticeships in the utilities industry.
- Leverage and apply established instructional design methodologies to assess stakeholder needs, analyze complex content, and evaluate delivered training.
- Develop learning materials for technical content, including hands-on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, scenarios, videos, assessments, simulations, and other instructional media.
- Perform a detailed task analysis for each job function, business process, or system for which training will be developed.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to conceptualize training in design and content.
- Define learning objectives, and course structure aligned to stakeholder needs and to meet the constraints of the learning environment.
- Work under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer to apply company standards, guidelines, and templates.
- Write clear and effective instructional text, audio, or video scripts appropriate for the target audience.
- Lead milestone meetings with subject matter experts, including task analysis, alpha, beta, and train the trainer.
- Engage with subject matter experts for ongoing content review and validation.
- Receive and incorporate feedback.
- Self-managed tasks and deadlines to complete deliverables.
- Proactively communicate issues and risks.
Required Skills:
- 3 years' experience developing instructor-led training and on-the-job tasks for technical skills.
- 3 years of experience with Storyline, QuestionMark and Author-It.
- Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design and methodologies.
- Proven experience performing task analysis.
- Strong knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Demonstrated ability to execute and deliver against multiple competing deadlines, as needed.
- Experience developing technical training for adult learners.
- Client's Academy experience a plus.
Top Things Looking for in a Candidate:
- Proven experience designing and developing technical training for adult learners.
- Strong ability to perform detailed task analysis and apply instructional design methodologies.
- Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality training materials on time.
Top Skill Set Looking For:
- Technical: Expertise with Storyline, QuestionMark, and Author-It; solid knowledge of adult learning theory; proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Work Samples/Portfolio:
- A portfolio/work samples must be provided for consideration.
Desired Skills:
- Technical writing experience a plus.
- Utility experience a plus.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.