Instructional Systems Designer (ISD)

Ashburn, VA

Full Time

Experienced

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Instructional Systems Designer (ISD)
Department: Veterans Affairs (VA), Acquisition Academy (VAAA)
Location: On-Site Frederick, MD
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (NACI)

Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Design and develop formal and informal learning solutions using a variety of methods.
Develop course assessment plans.
Conduct a needs assessment.
Identify appropriate learning approach(es) and apply learning theory(ies).
Design a curriculum, program, or learning solution.
Design instructional material.
Analyze and select technologies.
Integrate technology options.
Develop instructional materials.
Evaluate learning design.
Create and validate tests.

Required Skills and Experience
Outstanding communication skills. An ability to work with multiple stakeholders who may have competing priorities. Expertise in understanding learning needs and the systematic development of learning experiences, especially using technology and multimedia to enhance instruction. At least five (5) years of ISD knowledge of the entire ADDIE process (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) for curriculum creation, development, and updates. Knowledge of Office Suites software (Power Point, Word, PDFs). Knowledge of versioning and release management for managing curriculum products in development or published stages. Experience with flash design and publishing – HTML/SCORM publishing knowledge. Experience with audio/video editing. Graphic Design layout ability. Knowledge of file management practices and versioning for source files and course (operational) files and ability to maintain control of files through development cycles and course update processes.
Professional Certifications	n/a
Years of Professional Experience	Five (5) years of professional experience
Desired experience	Previous experience with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) highly preferred Section 508 Knowledge and Expertise Experience with Adobe Master CC Suite 2019 (Specifically: Photoshop, Animate, Illustrate, Audition, Premier Pro, Capture CC, After Effects, and Audition), Adobe Captivate 2019, and Adobe Presenter. Experience with Adaptive Release (mobile publishing and SCORM). Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) – Currently the VAAA uses Blackboard, FAI, TMS, and Adobe Connect Meeting
Formal Education	BA/BS degree
Citizenship Requirement	U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements	Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (NACI)
CRITICAL NOTES:	SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered. Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered. This is a 100% on-site position located in Frederick, MD. This position is contingent upon contract award.

U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.

Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.

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Do you possess at least five (5) years of experience with the Adobe Creative Suite?*

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