United States Senate Employment Office
Instructional Designer/Trainer (Technical) #1544
United States Senate Employment Office, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20011
Instructional Designer/Trainer (Technical) #1544
Target Hiring Range: $99,518-$105,000
Department:
Support Operations Posting Date Range:
2/10/2025-2/24/2025 Pay Grade Range:
$99,518-$168,496 Work Hours:
8:30am-5:30pm FLSA Status:
Exempt Remote Work Status:
Hybrid Hybrid Schedule:
Primarily remote with ad hoc onsite presence depending on the needs of the Senate community. Candidates should have the flexibility to report onsite as needed. All remote or hybrid work arrangements must be performed from within the continental United States, subject to Sergeant at Arms approval. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted. JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking an Instructional Designer / Trainer to be part of a team that designs documentation and creates/provides training for technical systems, processes, and software that enhance staff performance and support the mission of our organization. This role will create and present training via live instructor-led, online instructor-led, and self-paced formats that help users leverage the technology in service of their work. Use of technical e-learning authoring tools, delivery via online platforms, and use of assessments to evaluate effectiveness of offerings is key. Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties Partners and collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design and develop effective and accessible training to a diverse audience. Designs, delivers, and evaluates e-learning programs, virtual, and live instructor-led training. Prepares and revises educational and training materials to support larger training programs and initiatives. Delivers Senate-specific training for DC and State offices. Some travel to State Offices may be required. Prepares evaluation instruments and conducts diagnostic, formative, and summary evaluations. Provides consultation, documentation, and training to project teams for various products and processes. Other duties as assigned. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Required Education
Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. Bachelor’s Degree in education, human resources development, instructional technology. Required Work Experience Three to five years’ experience in teaching, training, and/or training development. Required Special Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of, or ability to learn, services provided by the Joint Office of Training and Development. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and functions. Ability to conduct professional presentations and present training to a variety of students. Ability to conduct needs analysis to determine training needs. Ability to develop instructional material and select the most effective instructional method. Ability to effectively interact with staff members representing all levels of the organization, as well as with outside vendors. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of training, instruction, and coaching. Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to apply it in e-learning environments. Knowledge of Instructional Systems Design, course development, and training. Strong writing skills. As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Desired Qualifications Technical Training Proficiency: Experience using e-learning authoring tools to create self-paced training and delivering via online platforms as well as in-person. Technical Orientation: Experience learning and training others on software systems by translating complex concepts and processes into actionable steps. Customer Service Orientation: Experience listening to needs, staying flexible in approach to solutions, and maintaining a professional attitude. Communication & Collaboration: Professional interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating with project teams. Working Conditions Sedentary. Work requires frequent physical effort walking, bending, crawling, standing for long durations. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must: Be a U.S. citizen; Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship; Be admitted as a refugee or granted asylum and have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident; Owe allegiance to the U.S. Employment is contingent on background/security investigation results. BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE The SAA provides a highly competitive benefits package for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage to help provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professional development, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to our Employee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’s benefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW. ACCOMMODATIONS As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to employment@saa.senate.gov with “Accommodation” in the subject line. VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference
AFTER
you apply for this position. All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement. Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered.
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Support Operations Posting Date Range:
2/10/2025-2/24/2025 Pay Grade Range:
$99,518-$168,496 Work Hours:
8:30am-5:30pm FLSA Status:
Exempt Remote Work Status:
Hybrid Hybrid Schedule:
Primarily remote with ad hoc onsite presence depending on the needs of the Senate community. Candidates should have the flexibility to report onsite as needed. All remote or hybrid work arrangements must be performed from within the continental United States, subject to Sergeant at Arms approval. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted. JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking an Instructional Designer / Trainer to be part of a team that designs documentation and creates/provides training for technical systems, processes, and software that enhance staff performance and support the mission of our organization. This role will create and present training via live instructor-led, online instructor-led, and self-paced formats that help users leverage the technology in service of their work. Use of technical e-learning authoring tools, delivery via online platforms, and use of assessments to evaluate effectiveness of offerings is key. Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties Partners and collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design and develop effective and accessible training to a diverse audience. Designs, delivers, and evaluates e-learning programs, virtual, and live instructor-led training. Prepares and revises educational and training materials to support larger training programs and initiatives. Delivers Senate-specific training for DC and State offices. Some travel to State Offices may be required. Prepares evaluation instruments and conducts diagnostic, formative, and summary evaluations. Provides consultation, documentation, and training to project teams for various products and processes. Other duties as assigned. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Required Education
Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. Bachelor’s Degree in education, human resources development, instructional technology. Required Work Experience Three to five years’ experience in teaching, training, and/or training development. Required Special Skills/Knowledge Knowledge of, or ability to learn, services provided by the Joint Office of Training and Development. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and functions. Ability to conduct professional presentations and present training to a variety of students. Ability to conduct needs analysis to determine training needs. Ability to develop instructional material and select the most effective instructional method. Ability to effectively interact with staff members representing all levels of the organization, as well as with outside vendors. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of training, instruction, and coaching. Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to apply it in e-learning environments. Knowledge of Instructional Systems Design, course development, and training. Strong writing skills. As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Desired Qualifications Technical Training Proficiency: Experience using e-learning authoring tools to create self-paced training and delivering via online platforms as well as in-person. Technical Orientation: Experience learning and training others on software systems by translating complex concepts and processes into actionable steps. Customer Service Orientation: Experience listening to needs, staying flexible in approach to solutions, and maintaining a professional attitude. Communication & Collaboration: Professional interpersonal and communication skills, with experience collaborating with project teams. Working Conditions Sedentary. Work requires frequent physical effort walking, bending, crawling, standing for long durations. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must: Be a U.S. citizen; Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship; Be admitted as a refugee or granted asylum and have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident; Owe allegiance to the U.S. Employment is contingent on background/security investigation results. BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE The SAA provides a highly competitive benefits package for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage to help provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professional development, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to our Employee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’s benefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW. ACCOMMODATIONS As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to employment@saa.senate.gov with “Accommodation” in the subject line. VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference
AFTER
you apply for this position. All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement. Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered.
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