Instructional Systems Designer

Chi-Chack LLC; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employer-paid Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability

Job summary

Chi-Chack LLC is seeking an Instructional Systems Designer to design, develop, and update training materials for U.S. Coast Guard engagements. The role focuses on applying adult learning theory and ADDIE to curriculum development, with strong PowerPoint skills and collaboration with SMEs.

The position supports five existing courses and new modules on cybersecurity, UAV awareness, and insider threat, while ensuring 508 compliance and clear performance objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise applying adult learning theory and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, PADDIE+M).
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, including action buttons, hyperlinks, and advanced formatting.
• Experience developing curriculum documents, instructor guides, and student materials.

Responsibilities

• Review, update, and enhance existing courses on ISPS Code, Port Facility Security Plans, and Cybersecurity.
• Develop new courses and training modules using ADDIE, including Cybersecurity Risk Management and UAV Awareness.
• Embed interactive elements in PowerPoint presentations to provide quick-reference links to ISPS Code.
• Create engaging icebreakers, group activities, instructor guides, and student syllabi.
• Write clear, measurable Terminal Performance and Enabling Objectives for curricula.
• Coordinate with US Coast Guard SMEs and provide weekly status updates and Monthly Activity Reports.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with Section 508 requirements.

Skills

Instructional design

ADDIE model

PowerPoint advanced features

Client/SME collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or related

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Instructional Systems Designer

Founded in 2007, Chi-Chack specializes in supporting government clients with effective training, education, program management, and operational solutions to enhance mission success. Headquartered in Tacoma, WA, with a nationwide workforce of training professionals and subject matter experts, Chi-Chack is also a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB).

Position Details

Classification: Part-timeSCA Covered: NoFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: Portsmouth, VATravel Required: Possible*This position is contingent on contract award*

Position Summary

In support of the U.S. Coast Guard, the Instructional Systems Designer is instrumental in designing, developing, and updating vital training materials for foreign partner nations to enhance their port security and anti-terrorism measures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Review, update, and enhance five existing courses on topics including ISPS Code Implementation, Port Facility Security Plans, and Cybersecurity, totaling over 1,200 slides across 40+ presentations.

New Course Development: Apply the full ADDIE instructional design lifecycle to develop new courses and training modules from the ground up on emerging topics such as Cybersecurity Risk Management, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Awareness, and Insider Threat.

Technological Modernization: Embed interactive elements (e.g., hyperlinks, pop-up text boxes) into PowerPoint presentations to provide quick-reference links to the ISPS Code.

Pedagogical Integration: Develop and integrate modern adult learning strategies, including creating engaging icebreakers, group activities, comprehensive instructor guides, and student syllabi.

Objective-Driven Design: Author clear, measurable Terminal Performance Objectives (TPOs) and Enabling Objectives (EOs) for all new and updated curriculum.

Collaboration and Reporting: Coordinate closely with U.S. Coast Guard Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure content accuracy and effectiveness, and provide weekly status updates and formal Monthly Activity Reports to program leadership.

508 Compliance: Ensure all electronic deliverables are fully compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Required

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, or other related discipline.

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated expertise in applying adult learning theory and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, PADDIE+M) to curriculum development.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, including the use of action buttons, hyperlinks, and advanced formatting.

Proven experience developing materials such as curriculum documents, instructor guides, and student-facing materials.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and SMEs.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Preferred

Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, or other related discipline.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time. Extended working hours and travel may be necessary.

What We Offer: (benefits vary based on FT, PT, or On-Call status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid Life insurance
• long-term disability and short-term disability
• Paid time off -including 11 Holidays
• Participation in the Chi-Chack LLC 401(k) plan

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Chi-Chack LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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