Instructional Designer

Instructor Trainer 2

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of three Instructor Trainer 2, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meet the general qualifications of Instructor Trainer 2, Technical Services, Help Desk and Operations and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

The Instructor Trainer II position performs advanced training work to ensure employees are effectively trained in data governance tools that support the implementation of a metadata library project. The contractor will support the Office of Data Governance (ODG) and Information Technology (IT) teams as well as programs across the agency with developing and implementing standardized documentation of business and technical metadata for all agency data in agency data governance tools. The contractor will also assist with other data governance priorities, as needed.

The instructor trainer must be able to draft a variety of communications, training materials, and presentations for program staff to understand their role in implementing and maintaining business and technical metadata. The instructor trainer must be able to clearly communicate (verbally and in writing) with a variety of stakeholders as job duties include working directly with public health program staff on a daily basis. Attention to detail and ability to keep up with and distinguish between a variety of program areas will be critical in this fast-paced project. The instructor trainer must be self-motivating with strong initiative and work ethic.

This position is fully funded through July 2026.

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years - Required/Preferred - Experience

• 5 - Required - Experience in designing, developing, and implementing training curricula, presenting technical information for non-technical staff
• 5 - Required - Experience working directly with program/business staff to implement a technical solution and change management
• 5 - Required - Experience preparing verbal and written briefings and reporting for executive staff and other audiences
• 5 - Required - Experience working with cross-functional teams and building collaborations
• 2 - Preferred - Experience with Informatica data governance tool (Axon, Enterprise Data Catalog, and/or Informatica Data Quality)
• 2 - Preferred - Experience working with public health program areas or data assets
• 2 - Preferred - Experience with web-based learning management systems and e-Learning authoring tools

Services are expected to start 04/14/2025 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 856 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. The primary work location(s) will be at 1100 W 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts. The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.