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GP Strategies is hiring an Instructional Systems Designer. The role involves applying formalized educational processes to develop training programs for various organizations, using instructional systems methodology to ensure the integrity of the training development process. Responsibilities include performing analyses to determine training requirements, engaging with stakeholders, designing learning resources, and validating learning solutions. The designer will also report on progress during training periods and maintain training programs and materials.

Highlights

Apply instructional systems methodology for training development
Conduct needs and task analyses for curriculum or course design
Design and develop learning resources in multiple formats
Engage with clients and subject matter experts for project requirements
Strong technical skills needed; proficiency in Microsoft Office and Articulate Storyline 360
Aviation, military, aerospace experience, and security clearance advantageous
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Maintain and update training programs and materials
Exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; office environment

Instructional Systems Designer Full Description

Instructional Systems Designer - Hybrid
Seattle, WA

Description

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, agility and efficiency are critical to maintaining national competitiveness. The ability to integrate specialized expertise into government and commercial organizations is essential for driving tangible improvements in performance. For over 50 years, GP Strategies has been a leader in providing high-quality services across training and development, emergency management, and engineering.

GP Strategies' affiliate company, GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. (GPGS), will focus on delivering tailored services directly to U.S. government agencies, and federal contractors and commercial companies, with an unwavering commitment to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance. This makes GPGS the ideal partner for achieving operational success. With a strong foundation in innovation and excellence, we’ve empowered both government and commercial organizations to improve operational effectiveness and foster long-term success. Through GPGS, we will continue to build on our legacy of driving measurable improvements that ensure sustainable growth and mission success.

INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER

SUMMARY: Applies formalized educational processes to develop training programs for employees of industrial, commercial, service, or government organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Applies instructional systems methodology (e.g., Instructional Systems Development, Systems Approach to Training, or Training Systems Development) to ensure integrity of the training development process
Performs needs, job, audience, and task analyses to determine training requirements; incorporates analyses outcomes into proposals for curriculum or course design
Engages with client stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to solicit information as required during all phases of the project, and to provide suggestions or feedback where appropriate
Facilitates or actively participates in meetings - in person and virtually - to solicit information required for learning design and development activities
Designs and collaborates in development of learning resources in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, and animation technologies to support project requirements:
- Designs instructor-led training using training methods and multi-media products that engage participants and facilitate the transfer of knowledge or skills
- Designs web-based training that engages participants through interactive exercises, videos, and animations
- Uses creative writing to generate video scripts, scenarios, case studies and other products that enhance the learning process
Validates learning solutions through implementation of objectives and assessments that promote learning and evaluate product effectiveness
Delivers according to deadlines to ensure timely completion of project components
Reports on progress of employees under guidance during training periods
Maintains training programs and materials
Works well independently and as a collaborative member of a team

Skills and Experience

Strong technical acumen
Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) and Articulate Storyline 360 required
Aviation industry background in maintenance and engineering a plus
Former military and/or aerospace experience a plus
Security clearance a plus

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General physical requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on location of assignment.

Assignment Location – Remote or Local Office

Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Fingering (typing), communicating, repetitive motions.
Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, view computer monitors and read. May need to view presentation screens and other visual aids in a virtual setting.
Inside environmental conditions with protection from outside elements.

At GP Strategies Government Solutions culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That's how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter.

GP Strategies Government Solutions is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.

Original Job Description

Instructional Systems Designer - Hybrid
Seattle, WA

Description

INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER

SUMMARY: Applies formalized educational processes to develop training programs for employees of industrial, commercial, service, or government organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Applies instructional systems methodology (e.g., Instructional Systems Development, Systems Approach to Training, or Training Systems Development) to ensure integrity of the training development process
Performs needs, job, audience, and task analyses to determine training requirements; incorporates analyses outcomes into proposals for curriculum or course design
Engages with client stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to solicit information as required during all phases of the project, and to provide suggestions or feedback where appropriate
Facilitates or actively participates in meetings - in person and virtually - to solicit information required for learning design and development activities
Designs and collaborates in development of learning resources in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, and animation technologies to support project requirements:
- Designs instructor-led training using training methods and multi-media products that engage participants and facilitate the transfer of knowledge or skills
- Designs web-based training that engages participants through interactive exercises, videos, and animations
- Uses creative writing to generate video scripts, scenarios, case studies and other products that enhance the learning process
Validates learning solutions through implementation of objectives and assessments that promote learning and evaluate product effectiveness
Delivers according to deadlines to ensure timely completion of project components
Reports on progress of employees under guidance during training periods
Maintains training programs and materials
Works well independently and as a collaborative member of a team

Skills and Experience

Strong technical acumen
Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) and Articulate Storyline 360 required
Aviation industry background in maintenance and engineering a plus
Former military and/or aerospace experience a plus
Security clearance a plus

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General physical requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on location of assignment.

Assignment Location – Remote or Local Office

Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Fingering (typing), communicating, repetitive motions.
Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, view computer monitors and read. May need to view presentation screens and other visual aids in a virtual setting.
Inside environmental conditions with protection from outside elements.

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