What are the responsibilities and job description for the Curriculum Developer (CD) position at sct?
SCT is a firm that partners and collaborates with our clients to deliver results and navigate complex challenges. We bring specialized expertise in strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, data analytics, talent management, human capital management, and PMO services. Our core values, that we apply to everything we do, are Integrity, Superior Value, Excellence, Teamwork, Empowerment and Continuous Learning.
We value highly and therefore cultivate a collaborative working culture that emphasizes each employee's strengths and interests in building our team and delivering for clients.
SCT seeks an experienced Curriculum Developer as key personnel on a proposal for training coordination, curriculum development, and instructor support for National Guard Military and Family Readiness Staff, consisting of approximately 54 State Family Program Directors, 549 Soldier & Family Readiness Specialists (SFRSs), and 214 Military and Family Readiness staff (Air National Guard (ANG)).
The Curriculum Developer (CD) supports the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Military and Family Readiness Staff Training (MFRST) mission by designing, developing, revising, and validating adult learning curriculum and instructional materials aligned with Department of Defense, Army, Air Force, and National Guard Bureau policy. Curriculum Developers work in direct coordination with NGB Military and Family Readiness personnel, the Project Manager, and Military and Family Readiness Trainers to design, develop, revise and validate online and classroom/in-person training.
Core Duties
- Assist in the development, maintenance, and modification of National Guard Bureau Military and Family Readiness Program staff curriculum.
- Design, develop, revise, and validate online and in-person training curriculum and instructional materials.
- Create, supplement, and manage training syllabi for orientation, sustainment, and professional development training tracks.
- Write examinations, practical exercises, student handouts, and tests aligned with identified courses and skills.
- Coordinate with NGB Program Managers, Military and Family Readiness Trainers, and other Curriculum Developers to support training plan execution.
- Ensure curriculum aligns with Department of Defense, Army, Air Force, and National Guard Bureau policies and is submitted for Government pre-approval.
- Support analysis of existing training materials for sufficiency, currency, and effectiveness and contribute to recommendations in the NGB MFR Staff Training Plan.
- Attend NGB-led teleconferences as required to remain aligned with training direction and priorities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and at least five (5) years of experience in adult curriculum development and staff training
OR - Professional certification in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, education (curriculum-focused), or equivalent field and a combination of at least ten (10) years of education and experience in curriculum development and instruction for adult learners
- Required Coursework / Experience Areas
- Learning theory and psychology of learning.
- Instructional design practices.
- Educational evaluation techniques.
- Instructional product development methodologies
- Favorable Tier 1 background investigation (NACI), with eligibility for CAC issuance if duties require system or installation access.
- US Citizen
- Ability to collaborate with Government and contractor stakeholders in a regulated training environment.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for curriculum documentation and coordination.
- Professional judgment in aligning instructional materials to Government policy and approval processes
- Experience specifically related to military and family readiness programs.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills to manage multi-location, multi-event training programs.
- Interpersonal skills and team building skills to effectively take part in instructional duties for National Guard Military and Family Readiness Program staff instruction
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Teams, Forms, Power Point, Excel, Word
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and must be able to drive a rental car
- Ability to travel up to 10 weeks per year..
Location
- Remote or SCT facility.
- Government-provided workspace at Temple Army National Guard Readiness Center (TARC), Arlington, VA available upon contractor request.
- Travel is expected based upon duty descriptions and mission requirements. The Government estimates travel for each contractor employee will be required to support 9-12 training events annually. Total travel time is not expected to exceed 10 weeks per contractor employee annually.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.