Description
As a federal government contractor, all employees will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by the legislative deadline for vaccine mandates. All candidates must attest to being able to meet this requirement in order to be considered
Position Description
Job Title: Learning Specialist
Summary
The Learning Specialist works in the CNIC Division as part of the Professional Development and Training Team. This team supports government contracts delivering quality of life programming to service members and their families. The ideal candidate will have experience in instructional systems design, Articulate Storyline e-learning authorware, knowledge of the military lifestyle and/or community, and training facilitation experience (both in-person and online) This is a telework position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Apply the ADDIE model and the tenets of adult learning theory to develop curriculum and training products in support training the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program workforce.
Deliver live, instructor-led training via webinar technologies using Adobe Connect platform.
Adhere to strict production schedules and meet aggressive deadlines
Draft graphic materials in the PowerPoint package using advanced functions incorporating learner centered graphics in the design.
Collaborate with team members and customers, to include using web based document management and collaboration tools.
Research content and develop /or employ subject matter expertise on the Navy and/or Fleet and Family Support Programs and services
Work collaboratively with the Learning & Development Contracts Portfolio Manager and Project Managers to develop content and maintain project schedules for Desk Guides, curriculum projects, digital media products and online professional training and technical support.
Consult with internal and external customers to assess curriculum and training needs and solutions.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by the legislative deadline for vaccine mandates.
Knowledge of Navy and military family lifestyle issues; in-depth knowledge of military family programs and the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program.
Proven experience writing instructional media products, curriculum, program management and desk guides, and adherence to rigorous quality standards.
Expertise in curriculum development and/or instructional design specifically utilizing the ADDIE model accepted by the Association for Talent Development for instructor led curriculum as well as on-demand e-learning products using Articulate Storyline, Lectora or Captivate software.
Skill in web-based facilitation and online learning platforms such as Adobe Connect, Web Ex or Zoom hosted on a Learning Management System.
Superior writing skills to produce commercial quality curriculum and training products.
Demonstrated success in adhering to strict production schedules and ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
Proficiency in using common industry software applications to include Microsoft Office suite.
High comfort level with the use of technology for communication and task completion.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Required Education and/or Experience Qualifications
BA/BS degree in Education, Instructional Design or Liberal Arts.
Two years' experience in instructional design and training delivery.
Superior writing skills to produce commercial, published level products
Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and/or instructional design specifically the ADDIE model accepted by the Association of Talent Development.
Ability to facilitate and train online or in person.
Experience and understanding of being part of a virtual team.
Demonstrated proficiency in using common industry software including Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity/Experience with Articulate/Storyline eLearning software.
Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP): Association of Talent Development
Familiarity with and routinely use social media.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Physical Demands: Works in office areas. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Uses personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers and other office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
