Curriculum Developer

Virginia Department of Social Services; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Virginia is seeking a Curriculum Developer to design and develop training materials for social services professionals. The role involves collaborating with subject matter experts to improve learning experiences, conducting research, and producing curriculum materials for varied delivery formats. Candidates should have experience in curriculum development, knowledge of adult learning principles, and strong communication skills. This full-time position also requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to travel as necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing or revising training curriculum.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and trauma-informed design.
• Ability to communicate effectively and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with local department of social services program administration and services delivery or similar across state/local delivery systems.
• Ability to project manage the development process, timelines, stakeholders, and piloting of courses.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying policy regulations in Prevention and/or Permanency services.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to travel for trainings.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve training curricula for social services professionals.
• Conduct research and create course content.
• Manage production and evaluation of assigned curricula.
• Manage overall production of assigned curricula, including piloting and evaluation.
• Coordinate with program and divisional staff on distribution and needs.
• Keep leadership updated on progress and needs; assist trainers as needed.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional design

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Adobe apps

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe applications

Job description

Talent Acquisition Consultant at the Virginia Department of Social Services

The Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Local Training and Development (LTD) is currently seeking a Curriculum Developer. Reporting to the Curriculum Development Supervisor, this is a dynamic, full-time instructional design position responsible for the development and continual improvement of learning experiences that support social services professionals across Virginia. The Curriculum Developer works at the intersection of learning science, social services practice, and human‑centered innovation, ensuring that training not only informs, but transforms, practice in the field.

In collaboration with policy/subject matter experts, this position will conduct topic research, write, edit, revise, and format the curricula according to guidelines, determine the most effective mode of delivery—whether in‑person, virtual instructor‑led, or self‑paced eLearning—and design and produce curriculum materials tailored to each delivery format.

The position will manage overall production of assigned curricula, including piloting new or revised material and developing evaluation criteria; act as a liaison with VDSS program and divisional staff regarding final distribution of the curriculum; keep programs, division leaders, and workgroups apprised of needs and progress; and provide assistance to trainers as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in developing or revising training curriculum and working with subject matter experts to design, write, and create course content for training.
• Experience in instructor‑led, virtual, and asynchronous training assessment, design, delivery, and evaluation.
• Applied knowledge of instructional design methods grounded in adult learning theory, trauma‑informed design, and brain‑based learning principles.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with local department of social services program administration and services delivery or similar working across a state’s state/regional/local delivery systems.
• Ability to project manage the development process, including development timelines, internal and external customers, stakeholder input, and revision cycle, as well as involving stakeholders in the review and piloting of courses.
• Demonstrated experience and skill in interpreting and applying policy regulations and guidelines in the area of Prevention and/or Permanency services, including considerable knowledge of at least three of the following areas: Family Engagement, Trauma Informed Practice, In‑Home Services, Family Reunification, and Adoptions.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, meet deadlines, travel to deliver training, participate in meetings to address statewide training needs and interact with all levels of DSS & other State and Local entities.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and Adobe applications required.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

• Experience with asynchronous eLearning development platforms, such as Articulate Storyline or Rise, is preferred.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Government Administration