Instructional Technologist 201618

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); On-site; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transit programs

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a seasoned training professional to evaluate instructors, lead the fleet instructor program, and apply innovative methods to improve performance in our nuclear training environment. You will advise station leaders on accreditation, manage SAT governance, and collaborate with INPO to keep programs current while maintaining design basis documentation.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires a bachelor's in a technical field with extensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience in a technical field.
• 8 years' experience total in technical training or education.
• 5 years' experience as a qualified instructor in a commercial nuclear accredited program preferred.
• Formal education in adult learning theory and application.
• Unescorted access to a nuclear power plant.
• Experience with accreditation renewal cycles and ASER writing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor training programs and instructors using diverse methods.
• Lead comprehensive self-assessments and conduct cognitive trending to identify gaps and solutions.
• Observe instructors in training settings and provide real-time feedback and coaching.
• Advise Training Managers and senior site leaders on accreditation renewal activities.
• Manage the fleet instructor training program and maintain design basis documentation.
• Support plant outages and participate in the site Emergency Response Organization.
• Drive continuing training and oversee SAT governance procedures.

Skills

Advanced Technical Instructor

SAT/TSD principles

Causal analysis

Performance analysis

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Accreditation renewal cycle experience

ASER writing experience

Board experience

Adult learning theory education

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary

Evaluates instructors in all training settings, provides feedback and mentoring where deemed appropriate, to improve instructor performance. Leads fleet instructor training program. Supports innovative, creative techniques and technology, based on best practices within and external to the nuclear industry. Advises station leaders on accreditation. Monitors performance information from diverse sources and conducts cognitive trending to identify gaps and appropriate solutions. Manages governance of Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) processes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor training programs and instructors using multiple diverse methods. Lead comprehensive self-assessments of training programs. Conduct cognitive trending and performance analysis to both identify gaps and recommend solutions to correct.
• Observe and evaluate instructors in training settings to provide real time feedback/coaching for improve performance. Provide oversight and assistance to instructors in the analysis and design activities for the accredited programs. Evaluate training material quality against company standards.
• Review analysis and design data for the accredited programs and act as the SAT conscience for instructors, training leadership, and line personnel. Advise Training Managers and senior site leaders on accreditation renewal activities. Primary author for the ASER. Accreditation specialist for renewal activities, conduct the accreditation team visit (ATV) and board preparations for the station leadership team. Point of contact with INPO so company remains current with all relevant training.
• Manage the fleet instructor training program. Maintain design basis documentation, training materials, interface with the INPO industry, schedule resources, and ensure the instructors meet required qualifications.
• Continuously pursue personnel development, learning, and qualifications to support the various training programs. Maintain listed qualifications to support instructional needs.
• Support plant refueling outages by transitioning to plant staff and/or assist with in-processing employees for plant outages. Participate as a member of the site Emergency Response Organization (ERO).
• Drive continuing training in classroom and laboratory environments. Provide just-in-time training to support plant operational requirements.
• Provide oversight for the SAT governance procedures and processes.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience in a technical field. 8 years' experience total in technical training or education. 5 years' experience as a qualified instructor in a commercial nuclear accredited program preferred. Advanced Technical Instructor. Fluent in the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) or Training Systems Development (TSD) principles. Experience in causal analysis and performance analysis. Obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear power plant. Preferred: Experience in a leadership role. At least one accreditation renewal cycle experience; experience in writing an accreditation self-evaluation report (ASER). Board experience. Formal education in adult learning theory and application.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at [e-mail].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $97,600.00 to $138,600.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply: 09/13/26

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