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Sherpa 6 is hiring an Instructional Design Specialist (LMS Coordinator) to manage and enhance digital learning experiences by transforming training materials into effective eLearning modules. The role involves organizing LMS content, working with multimedia designers and SMEs, and continuously improving instructional strategies while supporting course deployment and learner analytics.

Highlights

Manage and update course modules, user enrollments, and learning resources within an LMS ensuring compliance with SCORM/xAPI standards
Support instructional systems design through needs analysis and alignment of learning objectives
Design and sequence eLearning courseware, storyboards, instructor guides, and assessments
Translate SME content into clear instructional materials and coordinate multimedia elements
Maintain project schedules, manage course data, and monitor LMS usage for continuous improvement
Conduct usability testing, troubleshoot LMS issues, and monitor learner engagement and analytics
Strong expertise in LMS platforms (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard) and digital learning tools (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia)
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field, with knowledge of ADDIE and SAM methodologies
Must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance and be a US citizen
Competitive salary range of $85,000 - $125,000 with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, wellness benefits, and retirement plan

Instructional Design Specialist (LMS Coordinator) Full Description

Instructional Design Specialist (LMS Coordinator)
Fully Remote • Remote Worker • UX/UI

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title: Instructional Design Specialist (LMS Coordinator)

(Also known as: LMS Content Administrator, LMS Specialist, Learning Systems Administrator, Learning Experience Specialist, Learning and Development Coordinator, Instructional Support Specialist, or eLearning Support Specialist)

Job Location: Remote

Job Type: Full time 40 hours

Travel Requirement: up to 25%

Security Clearance: Secret

Job Description:

We're looking for a hands-on and resourceful Instructional Design Specialist (also known as an LMS Content Administrator, LMS Specialist, Learning Systems Administrator, Learning Experience Specialist, Learning and Development Coordinator, Instructional Support Specialist, or eLearning Support Specialist) to support our Instructional Systems Designer and Multimedia Curriculum Designer in delivering great learning experiences. This role is perfect for candidates with some digital learning background who are comfortable managing moving parts, suggesting improvements, and taking the initiative when it comes to shaping our curriculum design, development, and implementation.

In this job, you'll take ownership of transforming both classroom and virtual training materials into top-notch courseware. You’ll handle everything from mapping out instructional flows, setting up content and assessments in the LMS, and making process tweaks that help our team work smarter, not just harder. You'll bridge the gap between instructional strategy and multimedia, always looking for ways to make our content more effective and our processes smoother.

On a day-to-day basis, you'll be building out learning modules, writing scripts and quizzes, managing how courses are set up in the LMS, and exploring better ways for learners to access and use our content. You'll dig into workflow improvements, help launch new courses, solve problems as they arise, and serve as a go-to resource for digital learning and technology.

Your expertise in instructional strategy, course design, and digital tools will help our team deliver polished, user-focused training for audiences in tech, government ( Special Operations Forces Tactical Communications Systems), SaaS, and enterprise environments. You'll work closely with instructional designers, media specialists, subject matter experts, and engineers to create and deliver training that really makes an impact.

Responsibilities:

You’re a perfect match if you:

Manage, organize, and update course modules, user enrollments, and learning resources within an LMS, ensuring content accuracy and compliance with publishing standards (SCORM/xAPI)
Assist the Instructional Systems Designer with needs analysis and alignment of learning objectives to instructional strategies
Support the design and sequencing of eLearning courseware, storyboards, instructor guides, and assessment materials, paying special attention to how these are delivered and experienced in the learning environment
Translate raw content and SME input into clear outlines, scripts, and instructional materials ready for multimedia development
Coordinate closely with the Multimedia Curriculum Designer to prepare visual and interactive elements—such as infographics, engaging learning activities, and video scripts—ensuring consistency, accessibility, and instructional value
Maintain project schedules, manage documents and course data, monitor LMS usage reports, and track revision cycles so the team consistently delivers on milestone commitments

You get bonus points if you:

Conduct usability testing, peer review, and ongoing quality assurance for digital learning solutions, ensuring all deliverables are accessible, function properly in the LMS, and meet instructional design best practices
Troubleshoot and resolve LMS or eLearning system issues related to content launch, learner access, or reporting
Monitor and report on learner analytics, course engagement, completion data, and feedback using LMS dashboards and analytic tools to drive continuous improvement
Serve as a point of contact between designers, SMEs, QA specialists, and technical support, to quickly resolve content, configuration, or deployment issues and ensure a positive learning experience
Understand accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508, WCAG) and quality assurance practices in digital content

We know you have what it takes if you have:

A strong understanding of instructional design concepts, adult learning theories, and their application in LMS or eLearning environments
Superb organizational, documentation, and database management skills supporting complex, multi-format curriculum development and LMS content administration
Experience translating SME, technical, or raw content into accessible, well-structured instructional materials and uploading them into learning platforms
Expert level knowledge of digital learning platforms (like Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, or similar), multimedia collaboration, and basic troubleshooting or support for eLearning users
Working knowledge of course permissions, group management, and accessibility considerations in online learning
Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer service skills for supporting diverse teams and end users

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technologies, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Demonstrable experience with instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM)
Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills for developing and reviewing learning content
Familiarity with basic multimedia production (scripting, storyboarding, coordinating media assets)
Ability to interpret feedback and make rapid, high-quality revisions
Effective communicator and collaborator in a multidisciplinary, deadline-driven environment
Comfortable with written communication and documentation
Self-starter with the ability to dive in with minimal direction
Flexible, with experience working in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, and LMS platforms.
Must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
Must be a US citizen
Must pass a background check and drug screening

About Sherpa 6:

At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to a problem is to find a user-focused and design-driven solution that is simple yet functional and effective. We are a group of enthusiastic forward-thinkers who are excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding-edge technology. We hire people who are forward thinkers, passionate about what they do, love to collaborate and want to constantly learn. We enjoy what we do and we're not afraid to put the extra effort in to accomplish the mission; call us Sherpas. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we know what it means to serve. We have made it our mission to be the leaders in solutions that protect and give our Warfighters the edge they need when put into harm's way.

Background Screening/Check/Investigation:

Successful completion of a background screening/check/investigation will/may be required as a condition of hire.

ADA:

Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990.

EEO/AA:

Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package, covering the cost of medical for you and your family; we also offer dental, vision, health and wellness benefits and a generous retirement savings plan. We believe that our employees can manage their workload and their personal life, therefore we extend a generous PTO policy. This allows our employees to balance their lives as they see fit.

Salary Range:

The proposed salary range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations, years of experience, and skill levels. Salary negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location, prior experience, relevant skills, education, and certifications.

Salary Description

$85,000 - $125,000

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