Instructional Designer

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority seeks a Senior Instructional Designer to drive curriculum development and the creation of training materials aligned with organizational goals. You will mentor junior designers and consult with business units to optimize learning outcomes using Kirkpatrick's methodology.

The role involves designing classroom and web-based courses, leading evaluation activities, and facilitating training across teams, with opportunities for career growth in a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Required: degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of content development or instructional design experience.
• Strong ability to develop curricula and training materials.
• Kirkpatrick's evaluation methodology certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners to identify training needs and solutions.
• Act as consultant to instructional designers and subject matter experts.
• Develop classroom and/or web-based courses and materials.
• Evaluate learning outcomes using Kirkpatrick's approach.
• Lead creation of multi-faceted curricula and mentor junior designers.
• Facilitate reviews and promote learning opportunities via communications.
• Adapt content for different learner levels and delivery methods.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional design

Web-based courses

Public speaking

Project management

Facilitation

Graphic design

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Bachelor's degree in instructional design

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Articulate 360

Camtasia

Graphic software

Job description

In addition to traditional instructional design, the Senior Instructional Designer is responsible for working with the team in the creation of curricula, training materials, instructional standards, templates, and processes of the instructional design team. They will mentor and act as a consultant with instructional designers on best practices, usage of tools, and techniques for interactions and the evaluation of learning outcomes using Kirkpatrick's Methodology. They will also facilitate training and development activities for team members.

Essential Job Statements

• Collaborate with business partners and centers of excellence to identify training needs and solutions.
• Acts as a consultant and collaborates with instructional designers, trainers, business units, and area experts to determine course content and appropriate method of delivery.
• Advises and collaborates with instructional designers to improve training activities and program effectiveness based on metrics and evaluations.
• Develop classroom and/or web-based courses and learning materials that support the development of team members to meet the goals and business strategy of the business area and organization
• Evaluate learning outcome applying Kirkpatrick's methodology of evaluation to ensure return on expectation and alignment with the mission, organizational strategic goals and operational objectives
• Leads and collaborates on creation of multi-faceted curricula, delegating design tasks to Jr instructional designers.
• Facilitates learning deliverable review process
• Identifies and implements process improvements for instructional design team.
• Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.
• Assists with communication and promotion of learning opportunities through email and intranet design elements
• Facilitate in-person and/or virtual training on soft skills, technology, and other competencies

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position.

Employment Qualifications

Education Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, instructional design, education or a related field, or related professional experience

Combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Education:

Master's degree in a related field preferred.

Licensure/Certification Required:

Licensure/Certification Required:

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

Kirkpatrick's Methodology of Evaluation Certification

Minimum Qualifications

Years and Type of Required Experience:

5 years of related experience in content development or related instructional design experience

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Developing virtual education experiences.
• Demonstrated advanced understanding of instructional design models and learning theory resulting in improved employee job performance.
• Facilitation of training both in-classroom and virtual.

Cultural Responsiveness:

• eLearning development software experience - Articulate 360 preferred.
• Experience using Camtasia video recording and editing software preferred.
• Strong graphics background with experience using graphics software.
• Project Management experience preferred.
• Healthcare experience
• Knowledge of current human resources, training, and organizational development trends.
• Experience in public speaking and facilitation of training.

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• General office environment.
• May have periods of constant interruptions.
• Prolonged periods of working alone.
• Other: Long periods of time at a computer

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)

Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity, Color Vision

Hazards: N/A

Mental/Sensory - Emotional

Mental / Sensory: Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Fast-paced environment, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change

Compensation Range

$75,524.80 - $117,083.20 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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