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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States\' security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory\'s mission.

Pay Range
$104,370 - $129,588 Annually for the xxx.xH04.3 level
$125,160 - $155,400 Annually for the H04.4 level
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.



We have an opening for an Instructional Designer/Web-Based Training Developer. You will use various instructional design theories and analysis techniques for adult learners to develop new (full lifecycle) or revise existing courses and advanced computer-assisted learning systems using a systematic approach to training development and will use the latest web-development and graphic arts tools in order to leverage technology and keep the Laboratory\'s training on par with industry trends. This position is in the Safety Education & Training Section (SETS) within the Environment, Safety & Health (ES&H) Directorate.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at a higher level.

You Will

• Develop, revise, and maintain the ES&H learning systems suite of courses by applying learning assessment levels 1 - 2, instructional design skills, effective learning principles and creativity in accordance with Department of Energy (DOE) Orders.
• Identify, recommend, and execute new ideas or methods for enhancing course curriculum in collaboration with ES&H Subject Matter Experts and SETS Training Team members.
• Design course goals, objectives, course content including text, scripts, graphics, video, audio, test questions, instructor guides, participant materials and supporting documentation to engage students in the learning process, encourage course participation and meet the requirements of the adult learner.
• Write course narration scripts, scenarios and simulation required for web-based course content using a systematic approach to training. In addition, ability to sync course narration audio files to the appropriate course.
• Apply course development software skills in the development of web-based course and assure successful course publishing/product is delivered under established schedules.
• Interprets regulations and determines training needs required to meet the regulation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the H04.4 Level

• Lead annual assessments to ensure the appropriate instructional strategies were applied in the development of course content and to determine if DOE Orders have changed that may impact existing courses by consulting with ES&H Functional Area Managers (FAMs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Align institutional training with organization strategies and/or regulatory requirements and determine training needs that have an institutional impact.
• Monitor changes in ES&H procedures, policies, lessons-learned and audit findings for impact and incorporation into training materials in collaboration with ES&H FAMs and SMEs.
• Perform Structured Job-Task Analyses to ensure ES&H courses are developed using a systematic approach to training and extend ES&H course assessments to Levels 3 & 4.
• Identify, research, evaluate and recommend computer assisted ES&H training solutions for site-specific design and coordination of technical training materials needed to satisfy customers or required by OSHA, applicable DOE Orders, and other agencies. This includes developing site-specific technical training materials and adapting DOE Contractor community generated training materials for use at LLNL.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor\'s degree or higher in educational/instructional design field, computer information systems or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to interpret safety policies and procedures, DOE orders, and other relevant regulatory standards to maintain ES&H accountability.
• Experience in implementing instructional technology models and designs and the application of adult learning theory, web design and/or web-based training interface design.
• Experience with designing and developing instructor led, web-based, and on-the-job training for adult learners including target audience analysis, needs analysis, scope identification, design specifications, defining objectives, and curriculum development.
• Experience in the use of simulations, interactivity, hypermedia, and tutorials in training applications.
• Experience with course development software applications (e.g., Storyline, Articulate, etc.).
• Experience with video project management, video acquisition techniques, and use of digital video editing systems (e.g., Final Cut pro) and video/photographic equipment used for associated media acquisition.
• Advanced verbal and written communication, interpersonal, facilitation and collaboration skills necessary to effectively write, present, explain, advise, and communicate complex information to all levels of personnel.
• Effective organizational skills with detail orientation necessary to handle multiple complex tasks in a demanding environment with conflicting priorities, tight and changing deadlines, and frequent interruptions while providing high-level customer service and good follow-through.
• Experience working independently and in a team environment with a broad cross-section of people and organizations, managing complex projects, and meeting schedules.

Additional qualifications at the H04.4 Level

• Advanced analytical, decision-making, critical-thinking and project management/consulting skills in instructional design as it relates to leading annual assessments of training programs to ensure course content is aligned with regulatory requirements and performing structured job task analyses.
• Advanced knowledge of managing learning development projects from inception to delivery that focuses on the integration of adult learning principles into complex instructional design.
• Significant experience in the use of web-based course development software tools with the ability to utilize creative writing and storytelling skills to develop engaging learning interactions.

Qualifications We Desire

• Demonstrated audio/video/photography skills.
• Demonstrated interactive animation skills.
• Experience with one or more of the following software packages: Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Articulate Engage, Presenter, Storyline, Quizmaker, Video Encoder, Captivate, Camtasia, or Dreamweaver.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Flexible Term appointment, which is for a definite period not to exceed six years. If final candidate is a Career Indefinite employee, Career Indefinite status may be maintained (should funding allow).

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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