Instructional Designer

Instructional Designer - Contract - Pensacola, FL - $35.00 - $37.75/hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Instructional Designer in Pensacola, FL

Role Description

To plan and manage instructional design projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organization. Develop instructional courses tailored to meet the desired learning outcomes and needs of and the learners. Collaborate to implement strategies for educating and training employees to achieve higher levels of performance. Utilize a variety of techniques to define and sequence instructional content and strategies. Create curricula by quickly and efficiently learning/processing large volumes of information and by conducting research on subject matter. Remain supportive of business unit/organizational training needs and refresh the training and materials as needed throughout its lifecycle. Work under minimal supervision.

Advise and assist trainers on course evaluation results
Collaborate with others to plan and design courses and curricula; ensure accuracy of content and test multimedia elements
Conduct needs assessment on request from business unit management to provide customized training or individual guidance to improve and develop performance
Create and edit new LMS learning activities; set up required training assignments in LMS; create custom LMS reports
Create dynamic instructional and training materials using current technologies including references and support tools that reinforce training, increase efficiency and help produce error-free work
Develop and test course content, training games, graphic designs and other technology driven products
Develop classroom, on-line and/or independent learning program content that transfers knowledge effectively and brings about desired behavior change
Develop instructional strategies and courses for a business unit and/or cross-company products and skills
Evaluate the effectiveness of courses, learning products and delivery methods to ensure that the desired learning objectives and goals are achieved
Involved in instructional design project teams with multiple deliverables, significant risk and complexity
Select most effective instructional approach including a blend of instructor-led and/or self-directed techniques
Select, modify, or establish a design and development model appropriate for a given project; analyze learning needs to assist in establishing learning objectives
Train internal team members on effective use of classroom materials including ILT and VILT and environments
Validate and integrate feedback, assessments and course evaluations into current and new training course content and/or delivery vehicle
Conduct presentations for various groups including executive leadership
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Requirements

Ability to adapt to fluctuating work-flow
Ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely
Experience in evaluating the effectiveness of courses and learning products and delivery methods
Experience in researching/writing course content and/or developing courses, demonstrations, graphic designs and other technology driven products
Advanced knowledge of instructional theories, educational psychology, educational theory, tools and resources
Working knowledge of instructional design to develop courses for products, processes and/or skills
Desired - Experience in multi-media training
Desired - Working knowledge of products, services, programs, policies and procedures
Advanced skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals
Effective database and presentation software skills
Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
Effective research, analytical, and problem solving skills
Effective skill capturing and translating processes and requirements into easily understood terms
Effective skill collaborating with various external and internal technical and/or functional contacts
Effective skill communicating with all levels within an organization
Effective skill in assessing organizational training needs and researching topics for course development
Effective skill in building strategic and execution-focused plans and alliances with partner leadership
Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in difficult situations
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Bachelor's Degree in Education, business, communication, behavioral sciences, training development or related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Instructional design experience (ILT, VILT, eLearning)
Ability to conduct needs assessments & define learning objectives
Strong curriculum & course development skills
LMS administration (create/edit activities, assign training, build reports)
Ability to create multimedia-driven training materials (graphics, games, demos, tools)
Experience evaluating training effectiveness & integrating feedback
Knowledge of instructional theories & adult learning principles
Experience developing online, classroom, and independent learning content

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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