Lead Instructional Designer

METCOR/LSI has a need for a Lead Instructional Designer to provide support and direction to a team of training professionals in the design, development, and delivery of training materials for federal employees. This is a full-time, remote role offering a long-term opportunity for growth within an established organization.

METCOR/LSI maintains a drug-free work environment. All positions require the ability to pass a background investigation conducted by a federal government agency and a drug test. U.S. citizenship is required.

Duties and Responsibilities in the Lead Instructional Designer role:

• Leading and contributing to training analysis, design, development, coordination, delivery, and evaluation activities
• Designing and developing training materials (presentations, quick reference tools, instructor/participant guides, web-based training, etc.) on a variety of topics in a collaborative environment
• Contributing to the creation of project management plans and schedules
• Delegating to and leading small teams of Instructional Designers, Developers, Technical Writers, and Instructors
• Providing direction and feedback to teams and individuals to improve performance
• Providing quality control reviews of a variety of materials for peers or other team members
• Serving as a customer and subject matter (SME) liaison
• Researching and studying to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a variety of topics

Required Skills and Abilities for the Lead Instructional Designer role:

• 5+ years of experience in Instructional Systems Design (ISD) to include instructor-led training (ILT), virtual instructor-led training (VILT), and web-based training design and development
• 3+ years of experience leading small teams and interfacing with clients
• Experience with the ADDIE model of Instructional Systems Design
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis on Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness and desire to learn and teach others
• High degree of adaptability and flexibility
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment

Education and Experience for the Lead Instructional Designer role:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required: Instructional Design, Education, or a related field
• Master's degree in a related field or ISD certificate preferred

Physical Requirements of the Instructional Designer role:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Compensation

• $75,000 - $95,000 annually

About the Company

METCOR/LSI is a certified veteran-owned small business with a focus on developing and delivering learning solutions that exceed customer expectations. We view every customer as a long-term partner and dedicate ourselves to exceptionally high standards of excellence every program, every time. Our culture is characterized by a small company feeling of personal ownership, where our people enjoy knowing they can access company leadership to make things happen, have the influence to make a difference, and understand they make a productive contribution in the lives of our customers.

Benefits

LSI offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical/dental/vision coverage, company sponsored Life & Disability insurance, paid vacation/holidays/sick days, 401k, profit sharing, and pretax commuter benefits.

Company Culture

METCOR/LSI fosters a collaborative culture in which people are encouraged to grow and innovate. Included in this effort are Communities of Practice, monthly Lunch & Learns, and weekly professional development time.

METCOR/LSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Reasonable Accommodation Policy

• Equal Opportunity is the Law
• EEO is the Law Supplement
• Affirmative Action & Equal