Rail Training Architect & Curriculum Leader

RTD - Regional Transportation District of Denver, CO (RTD); United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

RTD is seeking an instructional designer to design, develop, and implement training programs for its light rail and commuter rail operations. You will create full courses, curricula, and multimedia content, collaborating with subject matter experts and instructors to ensure clarity, accuracy, and instructional quality.

The role requires strong instructional design, analytical abilities, and project management skills to support safe, reliable rail service and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience in training, curriculum development, or instructional design.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in training, curriculum development, or instructional design, preferably in rail or transit operations and maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and implementing training programs and learning materials in classroom, e‑Learning, blended, and simulation formats.
• Familiarity with rail operations and maintenance environments, including light rail and commuter rail vehicles, systems, and support functions.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• No DUI, DWI, or Reckless Driving violations in the past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement engaging learning activities and comprehensive course content for rail operations and maintenance training programs.
• Identify learning objectives, performance expectations, and required skills for safe operation and maintenance of rail vehicles.
• Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to address deficiencies in current courses and select appropriate learning experiences.
• Develop and manage full courses and curricula, including materials, resources, activities, assignments, and assessments.
• Create and test multimedia content such as video, audio, simulations, and interactive elements.
• Write scripts and develop content to optimize knowledge transfer for propulsion, braking, HVAC, doors, safety, and onboard electronics.
• Structure content to support adult learning principles and operational competency.
• Continuously refine materials to reflect evolving rail operations and regulatory requirements.
• Program evaluation: analyze learning metrics and improve outcomes and workforce readiness.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Instructional design

Curriculum development

Adult learning principles

Communication

Project management

Instructional evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Organizational Development, Education, Instructional Design, or Workforce Development

Tools

Articulate 360

LMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RTD is seeking an instructional designer to design, develop, and implement training programs for its light rail and commuter rail operations. You will create full courses, curricula, and multimedia content, collaborating with subject matter experts and instructors to ensure clarity, accuracy, and instructional quality.

The role requires strong instructional design, analytical abilities, and project management skills to support safe, reliable rail service and regulatory compliance.