Instructional Systems Designer – eLearning

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental + Vision

PTO

11 Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company-M匹

Job summary

Prevailance, Inc. invites applications for an Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to support NATO HQ SACT CMDS in Norfolk, VA. You will analyze learning needs with SMEs and design, develop, and assess eLearning and ILT solutions compliant with NATO standards.

The role requires extensive collaboration across NATO partners, creation of objectives and assessments, and ongoing evaluation for improvement. Travel may be required; a NATO SECRET clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of eLearning development experience within the last 5 years.
• 5+ years of experience communicating with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders.
• 5+ years using eLearning authoring tools to develop SCORM content.
• 5+ years developing content within LMS such as Moodle or equivalent.
• Portfolio demonstrating contributions to at least 3 eLearning projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools.
• English-language proficiency equivalent to STANAG 6001 SLP 3333.
• Active NATO SECRET or National SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders to analyze learning needs and gaps.
• Design course structures, modules, and assessments with clear objectives.
• Develop content from SME sources using instructional design methods.
• Implement pre-, formative, and summative assessments.
• Evaluate course effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with clients, SMEs, and project teams on schedules and deliverables.
• Provide ISD support and QA to NATO course providers for compliance.
• Facilitate instructor-led activities in virtual and residential settings.
• Represent the Learning Technology Section at meetings and conferences.

Skills

eLearning development

Stakeholder communication

SCORM content development

LMS experience (Moodle)

Portfolio of 3+ projects

Microsoft Office

STANAG 6001 SLP 3333

NATO security clearance

Education

Master's degree in Education and Training Development

Bachelor's degree with 3+ years ISD

Tools

SCORM authoring tools

Moodle

Job description

Description

Status: This position is contingent upon contract award.

Overview

Prevailance is seeking an Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) – eLearning to support North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Headquarters Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (HQ SACT) Capability Development Management Support (CMDS) in Norfolk, Virginia. This position may require international travel approximately two to three times per year to NATO Education and Training Facilities.

The Instructional Systems Designer collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), stakeholders, and NATO course providers to analyze learning requirements and design, develop, assess, and continuously improve eLearning and instructor-led training solutions. This position supports the instructional design lifecycle, including needs analysis, learning objectives, course structure, instructional content, assessments, evaluation, and implementation of NATO-compliant learning products.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders across NATO nations, partners, and entities to conduct learning needs analyses, including Training Needs Analysis (TNA), and identify learning gaps and requirements
• Develop clear and measurable learning objectives aligned with identified needs and overall course goals
• Design course structures, modules, lessons, and assessments to ensure a logical flow of instructional content
• Develop instructional content from SME-provided source materials using appropriate instructional design methodologies, including storyboard-based and rapid-development approaches
• Select and implement instructional strategies supporting engaging and effective learning experiences
• Design and implement pre-assessments, formative assessments, and summative assessments to measure learner progress and course effectiveness
• Develop and implement evaluation processes to assess overall course effectiveness and impact
• Establish learner and stakeholder feedback mechanisms and incorporate feedback into continuous improvement of course content and delivery methods
• Coordinate with clients, SMEs, and project team members to support project schedules and deliverables
• Provide Instructional Systems Design support and quality assurance to NATO course providers, ensuring course materials and processes comply with applicable NATO standards and requirements
• Prepare, facilitate, and evaluate instructor-led educational activities, workshops, and professional development events in virtual and residential environments
• Represent the Learning Technology Section at meetings, conferences, workshops, and other activities and coordinate with stakeholders to support program objectives
• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging learning technologies, instructional methodologies, and best practices supporting innovation within NATO education and training

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of eLearning development experience within the last 5 years
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience communicating effectively with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders throughout the instructional design process
• Minimum 5 years of experience using eLearning authoring tools to develop Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)-compliant learning content
• Minimum 5 years of experience developing content within Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Moodle or equivalent platforms
• Ability to provide a portfolio demonstrating contributions to at least 3 eLearning projects, including representative storyboards demonstrating course outline, course flow, and assessment strategy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaborative software
• Demonstrated English-language proficiency equivalent to STANAG 6001 SLP 3333
• Valid passport from a NATO member nation with no travel restrictions to NATO nations

Education

• Must satisfy one of the following:
  • Master's degree in Education and Training Development or a related field, such as Learning Theory, Educational Psychology, Instructional Design, or Education Evaluation; or
  • Bachelor's degree in Education and Training Development or a related field, with a minimum of three years' experience as an ISD

Clearance

• Must possess and maintain an active NATO SECRET or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance

At Prevailance, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees and their families.

• Medical + Dental + Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Health Benefits
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• TRICARE Supplement Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.