Senior Curriculum & Instructional Design Specialist

Oversee training curriculum, and instructional behavior-based development across multiple audiences creating consistent practices for design and establishing methods for delivery to support business goals.

Assess scope of training needs across all supported audiences for new product, process and program roll outs, creating schedules for development, delivery and methods for evaluation

Design and develop programs for behavior-based learning experiences across the organization.

Develop instructional strategies, course materials, assessment techniques, and appropriate integration of instructional technologies and best practices for all learning events.

Design and produce learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, eLearning, and multimedia to support communication and learning needs.

Create advanced eLearning and/or video content that includes interactivity, scenarios, and gamification

Manage instructional design projects from inception to completion

Coordinate the use of multimedia technology and authoring tools to support the on-line learning environment through training and implementation.

Serve as SME for training staff, effectively training them on technology tools and methods, use of instructional software, and effective uses of multimedia.

Research and make recommendations on educational best practices, instructional resources, and instructional technologies.

Evaluate training methodology and delivery technology, documents findings and leads efforts for continuous improvement.

Work with Trainers to ensure that all learning materials are up to date.

Depending on the division, creates training content for a large internal or external facing audience.

Support the Learning Management System for assigned division

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills and abilities:

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related subject or equivalent experience

6+ years of instructional design and curriculum planning

Experience in facilitation in the classroom or virtual classroom

Advanced experience using instructional software such as Articulate Storyline, Captivate, Oracle User Productivity Kit, (UPK) or other similar applications

Advanced experience with video editing and creation using software such as Camtasia, Adobe Premiere Pro, or other similar applications.

Strong knowledge of behavior-based adult learning best practices including adult learning theory, learning styles, writing and measuring effective objectives

Experience in using research methodologies and techniques

Strong knowledge of instructional design processes and strategies including standards for planning and implementing instructional design and development, instructional technology media and materials development and implementation principles and curriculum standards, and assessments
 

Proven track record designing large complex training roll outs of new programs and processes, assessing needs, determining scope, and utilizing resources effectively

Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization

Exceptional time management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple, sizable projects

Preferred Skills

• Instructional Design Expertise - Ability to apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies effectively.
• Sales Training Knowledge - Deep understanding of sales processes and proven experience in developing sales-focused learning solutions.

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

Salary Ranges: $78,750.00 - $133,875.00

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