Sr. Instructional Systems Designer

Weris, Inc; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer 401(k) with matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Weris, Inc is seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to lead or support course planning, design and development, working with office staff and the Training Program Manager.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related field and 10 years’ experience in training or consulting. Proficiency with Blackboard LMS and tools like Adobe Creative Suite or Articulate 360 is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in a training development organization or consulting environment.
• Proficiency with Blackboard LMS.
• Experience using development tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Articulate 360.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to non-technical colleagues and clients.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of training courses and workshops.
• Conduct training needs assessments and gap analyses to inform learning solutions.
• Develop and manage project plans, course development documentation, timelines, and priorities.
• Design learner-centered training programs based on adult learning principles across multiple delivery formats (instructor-led, virtual, online, blended).
• Develop, review, and maintain instructional materials, including facilitator guides, participant materials, assessments, and supporting resources.
• Participate in pilot sessions, evaluate feedback, and implement improvements.
• Monitor course quality, track project progress, and provide status reports to stakeholders.
• Ensure all materials adhere to customer style guide, instructional design methods, and adult learning theories.
• Evaluate course materials for accessibility per Section 508 of the ADA and Section 508 requirements.
• Ensure training content functions effectively within LMS.

Skills

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design / Education

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Adobe Creative Suite

Articulate 360

Job description

Weris recruits the best and brightest individuals by offering competitive salaries and benefits and fostering a respectful and creative work environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes an opportunity to elect medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer 401(k) plans with employer matching for retirement savings and a paid-time-off (PTO) program to provide flexibility for employees.

Job Title:Sr. Instructional Systems Designer

Type:Full-Time

Location: Customer is in Vienna, VA with a hybrid work model of at least 3 days in the office. Candidates MUST already reside in the Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area.

Summary

Weris is seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) who will work directly with office staff to lead or support course or workshop planning and design and development. The Sr. Instructional Systems Designer will also support course project/program management in collaboration with the Training Program Manager (TPM).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Lead and contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of training courses and workshops.
• Conduct training needs assessments and gap analyses to inform learning solutions.
• Develop and manage project plans, course development documentation, timelines, and priorities.
• Design learner-centered training programs based on adult learning principles across multiple delivery formats, including instructor-led, virtual, online, and blended learning.
• Develop, review, and maintain instructional materials, including facilitator guides, participant materials, assessments, and supporting resources.
• Participate in pilot sessions, evaluate feedback, and implement improvements.
• Monitor course quality, track project progress, and provide status reports to stakeholders.
• Ensure all materials adhere to customer style guide, accepted Instructional Systems Design methods, and adult learning theories.
• Evaluate course materials for conformance with accessibility according to Section 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 requirements.
• Ensure training content functions effectively within learning management systems (LMS).

Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in a training development organization or consulting environment.
• Proficiency with Blackboard LMS
• Demonstrated experience using development tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite or Articulate 360.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical colleagues and clients
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous deadlines
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Benefits Overview

Weris, Inc.offers a comprehensive benefits package includingemployer contributed medical, dental,andvisioninsurance with plan options (available day 1 of employment), Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Professional Development Reimbursement,Employer paid Short Term Disabilityand Basic Life Insurance,11 ObservedPaidFederalHolidays,generousPTOaccruals,and an employer matched 401(k)plan.

EEO Statement

Weris, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,state,or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.