Director, Operations Instructional Design

  • Location: Reston, Virginia
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #107652

Job Title: 

Director of Operations Instructional Design 

 

Location: 

United States 

 

Job Type: 

Full-time, 6-months, On-Going Contract, W2 

 

Schedule: 

Monday – Friday, Remote 

 

Pay Range: 

$52.00 – $59.00 per hour  

Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the near future. 

 

Job Description:  

Key Responsibilities 

  • Establish and lead a Learning Experience Design Center of Excellence (COE) to define learning design standards, templates, governance, and best practices. 

  • Create and deliver engaging digital learning experiences, including webinars, instructor-led training, asynchronous learning modules, assessments, simulations, job aids, and multimedia content. 

  • Design and develop complex training solutions using Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, SCORM Cloud, JavaScript extensions, xAPI, cmi5, and related technologies. 

  • Create visual learning assets including graphics, videos, exercises, interactive activities, and assessments. 

  • Partner with Operations, Product, Program, and Technology stakeholders to align learning programs with operational goals and business outcomes. 

  • Leverage AI-enabled technologies and emerging learning methods to modernize learning experiences. 

  • Ensure all learning content meets accessibility standards and ADA compliance requirements when applicable. 

  • Maintain compatibility between learning assets, LMS platforms, and knowledge management systems. 

  • Establish learning measurement frameworks, performance metrics, and evaluation models to assess program effectiveness and business impact. 

  • Implement feedback mechanisms to gather learner insights and continuously improve learning solutions. 

  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and learning operations teams to manage content governance, maintenance, and updates. 

  • Stay current with industry trends, research, and innovations in digital learning and instructional design. 

Requirements 

  • 5+ years of experience designing and developing digital learning programs. 

  • Expertise in Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, and SCORM Cloud. 

  • Experience developing advanced multimedia learning solutions, simulations, and interactive learning experiences. 

  • Strong knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and learning content publishing standards. 

  • Experience with instructional technologies, learning analytics, and performance measurement. 

  • Proven ability to use data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement. 

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Demonstrated ability to build partnerships, influence stakeholders, and drive initiatives across teams. 

  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience supporting K-12 education, assessment delivery, or educator training programs. 

  • Knowledge of emerging learning technologies, instructional design trends, and digital learning best practices. 

  • Experience applying learning science and human-centered design principles. 

  • Experience leveraging AI technologies to design and enhance learning experiences. 

  • Familiarity with GlobalMeet or comparable virtual learning platforms. 

  • Experience creating and managing learning design standards, templates, and governance processes. 

  • Experience working in operations, customer support, product enablement, or large-scale training environments. 

Skills 

  • Digital Learning Design 

  • Instructional Design 

  • Learning Experience Design (LXD) 

  • Articulate Storyline 360 

  • Adobe Captivate 

  • SCORM Cloud 

  • JavaScript 

  • xAPI 

  • cmi5 

  • LMS Administration & Integration 

  • Multimedia Development 

  • Learning Analytics 

  • Accessibility & ADA Compliance 

  • Human-Centered Design 

  • AI-Powered Learning Solutions 

  • Performance Consulting 

  • Content Governance 

  • Stakeholder Management 

  • Continuous Improvement 

  • Project Management 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Education, Educational Technology, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field. 

  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered. 

  • Advanced degree in a related discipline is a plus. 

 

 

 

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