Instructional Designer

Type: Hybrid Livermore CA 94550 United States Duration: Contract until End of Year Key Responsibilities: Conduct needs assessments and front-end analyses FEA to identify training requirements and recommend effective learning solutions for Hydro Operations end users. Collaborate with the Senior Learning Strategists and Instructional Designers to determine learning strategies create curriculum maps and assessment approaches. Work with SMEs to review off-the-shelf courses for inclusion in the Technician curriculum. Guide the use of appropriate learning technologies and tools to enhance training effectiveness. Propose solutions to stakeholders. Coach and support Instructional Designers to follow the ADDIE model to create new technical training courses. Lead the team to meet quality standards perform quality assurance QA reviews. Estimate project costs and develop schedules in collaboration with the Senior Learning Strategist and Instructional Designers. Manage project execution ensuring deliverables are completed on time within budget. Facilitate key project meetings including Kick-offs Betas Train-the-Trainers and Pilots. Track project status and provide updates to stakeholders. Proactively identify opportunities for improvement. Collect and analyze training effectiveness metrics and apply continuous improvement strategies. Archive course materials and complete project close-out activities. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Instructional Design Education or a related field or equivalent experience. At least 5 years of instructional design experience including 2 years in a leadership or mentoring role. Strong knowledge of instructional design for classroom and technical or trades environments. Demonstrated experience designing multi-year technical training programs. Proven experience managing small to mid-sized projects. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions with diverse stakeholders. Proficiency in MS Office Articulate Storyline video production and web design. Preferred Qualifications: Experience developing apprenticeship programs in skilled trades. Masters degree in Instructional Design Education or a related field. Experience working in the utility industry trades or a similar environment. Familiarity with tools such as Questionmark Author-It MS Teams and virtual learning platforms. Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools to support efficient work. #J-18808-Ljbffr