Job Description

Company Overview

Instructional Designers are responsible for research, design and development activities leading to the initiation of instructor-led, web-based, eLearning, one-on-one and self-managed learning solution projects. Plan, write and design training curricula, materials and programs including, but not limited to, functional technical skills, leadership development, and new initiatives. Partner with all levels in the Talent Development Department and business partners to obtain input and to ensure accuracy and effectiveness of training materials.

Job Details

Assessment and Business Partnerships:

\xc2\xa7 Conduct needs analysis to determine training objectives, instructional strategies, project scope, time frames, resources requirements and potential constraints for training programs.

\xc2\xa7 Coordinate with costing, budgeting and funding leader to identify feasibility of various solution alternatives.

5%

Design:

\xc2\xa7 Develop and maintain partnerships with key business partners and subject matter experts to ensure accurate content is included in the training and the expected deliverables.

\xc2\xa7 Design templates and backgrounds for media and materials.

25%

Develop:

\xc2\xa7 Develop training programs that are appropriate for targeted audiences and incorporates varied instructional design and delivery techniques.

\xc2\xa7 Write audio scripts, on-screen copy, digital media descriptions and programming specification including program storyboards for all eLearning solutions.

\xc2\xa7 Produce learning materials, including facilitator guides, participant workbooks and related materials such as presentations, classroom activities, program evaluation tools and job aids that clearly communicate relevant information to both the participant and the facilitator.

\xc2\xa7 Research and write/revise communications relating to policy and procedure; partnering with legal and other SMEs to ensure alignment with current business practice.

50%

Plan and Implement:

\xc2\xa7 Maintain a current project plan while providing ongoing statuses to immediate supervisor and business partners.

\xc2\xa7 Coordinate the production and distribution of materials to trainers and other business partners.

13%

Evaluate:

\xc2\xa7 Identify and develop appropriate performance measures, including but not limited to, criterion-referenced achievement tests, questionnaires, interviews, simulation scenarios, observation checklists, and performance checklists.

\xc2\xa7 Conduct usability test and pilots to assess training effectiveness.

\xc2\xa7 Tracks and analyzes training programs by examining learner\xe2\x80\x99s satisfaction levels.

\xc2\xa7 Stay abreast of latest retail industry trends, instructional strategies and content development techniques, tools and vendors.

5%

Facilitation:

\xc2\xa7 May occasionally implement and deliver training.

2%

Qualifications

\xc2\xa7 Ability to ask appropriate questions and probe for understanding and work in collaboration with others to achieve desired results

\xc2\xa7 Ability to communicate through verbal and written means with individuals, small groups and in front of large audiences at all levels of the organization

\xc2\xa7 Knowledge of and proven ability to apply adult learning principles

\xc2\xa7 Proficient knowledge of recognized desktop publishing applications including layout and design (e.g. Quark, Publisher, In-Design, Photoshop, Illustrator); ability to use Microsoft Office applications

\xc2\xa7 Skilled in the use of recognized web-authoring applications (e.g. Flash, Camtasia, Adobe Presenter, Articulate Storyline, Adobe Premier, Captivate, Lectora)

\xc2\xa7 Ability to produce learning materials

\xc2\xa7 Knowledgeable and functional in technical writing, including consistent and correct use of tense, grammar/spelling and terminology that is interesting and varied

\xc2\xa7 Strong proofreading skills to produce error-free documents

\xc2\xa7 Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment

\xc2\xa7 Excellent project management, organization skills and time management skills; ability to be flexible and solve problems

\xc2\xa7 Ability to deal effectively with obstacles to progress in order to maintain project momentum

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Human Resources, Instructional Design, Organizational Development or business required. Three to four years experience creating instructional materials for an adult audience required. Retail experience preferred. Experience with the production of web-based training and media design principles required. Training/facilitation experience preferred. Knowledge and experience with working on project teams preferred.

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