TCOLE - Instructional Designer (Education Specialist IV)

Texas Department of Public Safety; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agency dedicated to enhancing public safety through high-quality training and educational programs. As an Instructional Designer, you will play a pivotal role in developing innovative curriculum and e-learning resources for law enforcement professionals. Collaborate with experts and stakeholders to ensure that training materials meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. This position not only offers a chance to contribute to public safety but also provides a supportive environment for continuous learning and professional growth. If you're passionate about education and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement options

Health and wellness programs

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Discount Purchase Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in designing and implementing instructional materials.
• Knowledge of training methodology and instructional techniques.
• Ability to develop training objectives and assess effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements curriculum and e-learning materials.
• Conducts training needs analysis with cross-functional teams.
• Manages training projects and collaborates with stakeholders.

Skills

Instructional Design

Curriculum Development

Project Management

E-learning Development

Adult Learning Principles

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology

Master’s degree in Educational Technology

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Camtasia

Job description

Instructional Designer (Education Specialist IV)

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Description

Our Mission

The mission of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, as a regulatory State agency, is to establish and enforce standards to ensure that the people of Texas are served by highly trained and ethical law enforcement, corrections, and telecommunications personnel.

Our Educational Services Division

TCOLE's Educational Services division ensures law enforcement training excellence in Texas. We develop and oversee curriculum standards for peace officers, jailers, and telecommunicators, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create relevant training materials that enhance public safety and promote professional excellence statewide.

Who We’re Looking For

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) is seeking an Instructional Designer (Education Specialist IV) to join the Educational Services Division located at 6330 E HWY 290, Suite 200, Austin, TX.

The Instructional Designer (Education Specialist IV) performs advanced (senior-level) consultative and technical assistance work related to agency educational programs involving planning, developing, and monitoring educational programs; and providing consultative and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders, including law enforcement academies, agencies and other governmental agencies. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The salary range is $61,184 – 73,563.00. The Job Class for this position is 0824 and salary group is B23.

PLEASE NOTE: This position involves exposure to sensitive subject matter, such as (but are not limited to) sexual assault, homicide, traumatic events, physical abuse, juvenile justice, and mental health disorders.

Examples of Work Performed

Plans, develops, and implements curriculum and e-learning materials utilizing adult learning principles, ADDIE methodology, Bloom's Taxonomy, and other instructional frameworks.

Creates diverse educational resources including instructor-led presentations, e-learning modules, job aids, workflow diagrams, and interactive learning experiences across various delivery methods.

Conducts training needs analysis with cross-functional teams to identify requirements and determine appropriate learning solutions and objectives.

Develop, maintain, and review Instructional Resource Guides (IRGs) to ensure clarity, accuracy, and instructional effectiveness.

Collaborates with subject matter experts to gather content, ensure accuracy, and build effective working relationships for material development.

Manages training projects, including timelines, deliverables, quality assurance, and coordination with all stakeholders.

Monitors legislative requirements and analyzes potential impacts on training programs, developing recommendations for policy and curriculum adjustments to maintain compliance.

Builds and maintains course content in learning management systems (LMS), including multimedia components and enterprise system documentation.

Develops evaluation methods including course assessments, instructor evaluations, and exam questions to measure learning outcomes and program effectiveness.

Conducts quality assurance reviews and implements effective techniques for evaluating programs, recommending actions to improve effectiveness.

Simplifies complex concepts and writes instructional text, copy, and scripts for diverse audiences and training needs.

Reviews and analyzes educational program functions, identifying gaps, process improvements, and learning paths to produce more effective programs.

Prepares administrative reports, responds to information requests, and creates materials for specialized projects or presentations.

Consults with internal and external stakeholders to resolve problems, identify training needs, and discuss program effectiveness.

Determines appropriate instructional methodologies and delivery formats; may deliver training sessions.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degreefrom an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
• Five (5) years or more of professional experience designing, developing, and implementing comprehensive instructional materials and training programs.
• Education and experience may substitute for each other on a year-for-year basis
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Blackboard, or SAP SuccessFactors.
• Experience in e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or Camtasia.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of training methodology and instructional techniques; in learning models and adult learning principles; instructional and curriculum design models
• Skill in the use of e-learning development software; working with learning management systems; in project management techniques and meeting timelines; in the use of grammar and mechanics.
• Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze information; to devise solutions to problems; to prepare reports; to simplify complex concepts; to develop relationship with various levels of stakeholders; to work collaboratively and independently; to formulate learning objectives, to develop training objectives, to assess the effectiveness of training, and to assess training need; highly developed written and oral communication; ability to present in person or virtually at to various sized audiences such as at conferences or trainings; to oversee and/or supervise the work of others.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of training methodology and instructional techniques.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Educational Technology or Instructional Design.
• Experience working in a law enforcement environment.
• Experience developing course curriculum for adult learners.
• One (1) or more of the following certifications: Instructional Design Certificate from the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD), Certified Instructional Designer/Developer (CIDD), eLearning Instructional Design Certificate
• Certification in software utilized in Instructional design (ex. Certification in Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or LMS administration)

All positions with TCOLE are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to an in-depth background investigation including criminal history, employment history and references, military, education, and personal references. Employment is contingent upon the verification of credentials and/or other information required.

Why work at TCOLE?

Working for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) empowers you to make an impact on public safety while engaging in continuous learning within a supportive environment. You'll play a crucial role in upholding high law enforcement standards, collaborating with local agencies, and enhancing the well-being of Texans. As a Texas State employee, you will have access to our comprehensive benefit programs including:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans with several types of coverage to state employees and their eligible family members
• 12 - 16 days of annual paid holidays
• At least eight hours of paid vacation and up to eight hours of paid sick leave each month for full-time employees
• Retirement options with the State of Texas Retirement that provide flexibility and security
• Health and Wellness programs including wellness leave, fitness and weight management programs, and personalized wellness tools
• TCOLE is a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• The Discount Purchase Program provides access to an online marketplace offering discount on a wide range of products and services

Equal Opportunity Employer – TCOLE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

ADA - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), TCOLE will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the Human Resources Department at 512-936-0831. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Military Occupational Specialty Codes – Military Specialty Codes that correspond to this job posting include MOS 1750, MOS 12D, MOS 09L, 3F2X1, 3D1X1, NEC 9502, NEC 0953. More information can be found at:

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Education.pdf

Veterans Preference – Veterans, surviving spouses, and orphans of veterans may qualify for preference under Texas Government Code Chapter 657. Applicants who wish to claim Veterans preferencemust provide official documentation at the time of application to verify eligibility.

Benefits – For new hires and rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. More information about benefits is available at https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance