Senior Instructional Designer/Trainer #772 Job in Washington DC, DC

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

• Trains and/or coaches internal and partner training staff in design and presentation skills.
• Works on a team that coordinates training conferences.
• Monitors current training and development trends; makes appropriate recommendations for adaptation and inclusion in Senate training programs

Required Work Experience

• Five to eight years of experience in platform and online training and development, and instructional design.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge and application of Adult Learning Theory.
• Experience with interactive and experiential learning.
• Knowledge of an instructional design model. Ability to perform platform and online training.
• Expert presentation/platform skills with practiced facilitation skills.
• Knowledge of Organizational Development principles.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience in instructional design, adult learning, or a related field, preferably in a large or government organization.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Instructional Design Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of instructional design principles, including familiarity with online learning tools and platforms.
• Technical Training Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of instructional design principles with a focus on technical content, including familiarity with online learning tools, platforms, and technical learning methodologies.
• Facilitation Skills: Demonstrated expertise in planning and facilitating training sessions, meetings, classes, or other large-scale events, with a focus on fostering engagement and collaboration.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to gather and analyze feedback data to drive continuous program improvement.
• Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with experience consulting and collaborating with diverse teams.

Working Conditions

• Sedentary. Work requires frequent physical effort walking, bending, crawling, standing for long durations. 

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email employment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Email

employment@saa.senate.gov

Address

U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001