Senior Instructional Designer, Part-Time or Full-Time

Senior Instructional Designer, Part-Time or Full-Time Softek Services, Inc. is a training and consulting firm with over 35 years of experience providing tailored learning solutions and IT services. Team members work in a small, collaborative environment where their contributions are visible and meaningful. As a Senior Instructional Designer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing performance-based training programs in support of federal clients across multi-year engagements. This role focuses primarily on the development and modernization of performance-based, instructor-led training (ILT), with additional work supporting web-based and blended learning solutions. You will lead end-to-end instructional design efforts, applying adult learning principles and performance-based methodologies to analyze job roles and tasks, design effective training strategies, and develop high-quality instructional products that are practical, learner-centered, and operationally relevant. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of relevant instructional design experience, strong analytical and technical writing skills, and the ability to translate complex operational requirements into engaging, scenario-driven training that improves real-world performance. Job Type: W2 Employee (Part-Time or Full-Time) or 1099 Contract Job Location: Primarily remote work with travel 4 to 6 times per year (for one week at a time) to meet with clients for focus groups and pilot course deliveries. Application Requirements

• Only candidates who meet the required qualifications will be considered.
• This position is strictly for senior-level professionals and is not open to entry-level applicants or interns.
• Applicants must describe three relevant commercial or government projects demonstrating instructional design expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end instructional design efforts using adult learning and performance-based methodologies, from front-end analysis through design, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Conduct performance and needs analyses to identify gaps, define learning and performance objectives, and recommend instructional strategies and solutions.
• Collaborate with federal clients, stakeholders, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to shape content and ensure training aligns with operational requirements and standards.
• Develop detailed design documents and storyboards, ensuring alignment with performance standards and learning objectives.
• Translate complex technical and operational content into clear, accurate, and instructionally sound learning materials.
• Develop learner-centered, instructor-led training (ILT) and blended learning solutions, including lesson plans, performance-based classroom activities, participant and instructor guides, job aids, and other supporting materials.
• Design and oversee the development of visual and multimedia elements (e.g., graphics, diagrams, infographics, slides, and videos) to enhance learning and instructional effectiveness.
• Create realistic, scenario-based learning experiences (e.g., simulations, role plays, case studies, exercises, drills) that require critical thinking and support real-world job performance.
• Design assessments and performance-based evaluation strategies to measure learning outcomes and on-the-job performance.
• Synthesize post-course evaluation data to refine training materials.
• Proofread and edit instructional materials for accuracy and clarity.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, design approaches, sample materials, and technical solutions as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Instructional Design, Education, Curriculum Design, Organizational Development, Adult Learning, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of instructional design experience spanning the full development lifecycle, from front-end analysis through design, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Understanding of adult education principles and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, Bloom’s s Taxonomy, Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction).
• Strong analytical, technical writing, editing, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work with subject matter experts (SMEs), clients, and other stakeholders and integrate feedback effectively into training materials.
• Experience with e-learning authoring tools such as Adobe Captivate or Articulate Storyline.
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and work as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with 508-compliant training.
• Previous work experience working with federal agencies and/or consulting.
• Experience facilitating SME meetings and design workshops, leading client meetings, and participating in other client-facing activities.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government Public Trust Security Clearance.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay: $42.00 - $52.00 per hour Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Provide a cover letter that outlines three recent courses you have designed or developed, including your role in each. Indicate the one you’re most proud of and why.
• Are you able to travel 4 to 6 times a year to lead week-long focus groups or pilot courses at client sites across the U.S.?
• Are you interested in a part-time or full-time employee or contract position?

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