Instructional Designer - ACS

Instructional Designer

The Instructional Designer supports the design and development of learning solutions that align to business goals and workforce performance needs. Working under the guidance of the Program Manager, this role contributes to the creation of engaging, high-quality learning experiences by translating defined learning objectives into effective instructional designs.

This role collaborates with Program Managers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Learning & Development Specialists across domestic and international teams to gather input, organize content, and structure learning solutions in a variety of formats, including eLearning, instructor-led training, and performance support materials for a global audience.

The Instructional Designer participates in design sessions and working meetings to support alignment and ensure learning solutions meet program goals. The Instructional Designer is responsible for developing key design deliverables such as storyboards, scripts, and content structures that enable efficient development. This role focuses on strong execution of instructional design work, while continuing to build capability in applying learning strategies and best practices.

Essential duties and key responsibilities include:

• Participate in design sessions, working meetings, and content workshops with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather input and clarify learning needs
• Translate defined learning objectives and program goals into structured learning solutions, including eLearning, instructor-led training, and performance support materials (e.g., job aids, quick-reference guides)
• Support the selection of appropriate learning modalities in collaboration with the Program Manager based on audience needs and business context
• Design eLearning, ILT/vILT, and blended learning experiences aligned to established program direction
• Develop detailed design deliverables, including storyboards, scripts, and design specifications that support efficient development
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to create engaging and effective learning experiences
• Collaborate with SMEs and internal partners to analyze and organize content into structured learning experiences
• Provide input and guidance during development and review outputs to ensure alignment with design intent and quality standards
• Incorporate stakeholder and pilot feedback to refine and improve learning solutions
• Prepare learning assets for LMS deployment, including exporting SCORM packages and coordinating with Technology and Knowledge Management teams
• Ensure learning designs align with ACS University branding, standards, and user experience guidelines
• Maintain organized design documentation, including storyboards, scripts, and version control
• Contribute to continuous improvement of instructional design practices, templates, and standards
• Support in-person design sessions and workshops at office or project sites as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design or related field required; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required, construction industry and/or corporate experience preferred.
• Portfolio or work samples demonstrating instructional design deliverables (e.g., storyboards, scripts, or eLearning deliverables) strongly preferred
• Advanced knowledge of instructional design principles, adult learning methodologies, and training technology
• Demonstrated experience developing learning objectives, storyboards, and instructional scripts
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, structured, and engaging learning experiences
• Proficiency with eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise) with a strong understanding of how designs translate into development
• Experience working with or supporting Learning Management Systems (LMS), including SCORM-based content
• Experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to extract and organize content
• Experience reviewing and guiding development of learning assets to ensure alignment with design intent and quality standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical and instructional writing
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a cross-functional team environment
• Embrace change and quick learner to adopt process and technology enhancements
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time, as needed

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

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