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A leading company seeks a Project Manager to oversee curriculum design and development for the Veteran Affairs Transition Assistance Program. This role ensures alignment with VA directives and supervises instructional teams, requiring strong project management and educational leadership skills. This is a full-time position with responsibilities including managing timelines, ensuring accessibility compliance, and integrating feedback from various stakeholders.
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Job Title: Project Manager – Curriculum Design and Development Lead
Summary- This is a contingent opportunity and would begin work upon the contract award
The Veteran Affairs Transition Assistance Program (VA TAP) supports Service members and Veterans as they transition from military to civilian life. Through a structured curriculum and personalized support, VA TAP delivers education and career guidance, benefits briefings, and resources to promote post-service success.
The Project Manager – Curriculum Design and Development Lead oversees the strategic planning, design, and continuous improvement of the VA TAP curriculum. This includes aligning all content to VA directives, ensuring Section 508 compliance, and coordinating across internal and Government stakeholders to ensure that all educational materials meet evolving program standards and audience needs. This role is responsible for guiding instructional design teams, integrating participant feedback, and maintaining curriculum version control across delivery platforms.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of curriculum design, revision, and publication in alignment with VA TAP program goals
Supervise instructional designers, editors, and content reviewers
Coordinate curriculum development timelines and ensure content aligns with VA policies and transition priorities
Oversee Section 508 accessibility compliance and coordinate remediation efforts as needed
Establish and manage curriculum review boards, including VA and interagency participants
Ensure consistent formatting, voice, and branding across all TAP materials
Collect and incorporate feedback from facilitators, participants, and VA stakeholders to refine curriculum
Track curriculum versions, approvals, and distribution through internal control systems
Collaborate with training, quality, and delivery teams to support program fidelity
Maintain up-to-date awareness of policy changes affecting content and recommend updates
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages subordinate employees, along with potential vendor support and matrix staff.
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of their team.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, or related field
5+ years of experience in curriculum development or education program management
3+ years of experience managing, staffing and overseeing geographically dispersed teams,
Proven leadership in instructional design and adult education environments
Knowledge of accessibility standards including Section 508 compliance
Strong project management, content development, and team supervision skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and project management tools.
Ability to travel up to 10%
Valid passport (or ability to obtain one)
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working on VA TAP contract
Prior military service or direct experience supporting TAP, VA, or military transition programs
Master’s degree in education, instructional technology, or related field
Certification in instructional design, such as ATD or CPTD
Experience with SharePoint, TMS 2.0, or LMS platforms
Other Requirements
Must pass a pre-employment background check and be able to obtain and maintain a government clearance.
This position requires access to U.S. Government facilities and systems. U.S. Citizenship, a valid driver's license, transportation, and auto insurance are required.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Resolves conflict: Gives appropriate recognition to others
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills and participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Manages and Controls project tasks; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities
Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentWork is primarily remote, with standard office requirements including sitting, standing, and occasional lifting up to 10 lbs.
Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c))
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