Instructional Designer (76385)

The Instructional Designer will create engaging learning activities and compelling course content for the organization. They will work closely with subject matter experts at identifying target audiences training needs. This role will apply tested instructional design theories, practice and methods. Overall the role will facilitate learners in acquiring knowledge, skills and competencies in an effective and appealing manner.

This role will also support organization project work by serving as a training consultant to determine learning needs, develop and design instructional materials, and assess effectiveness of learning acquisition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. May perform other duties as requested or assigned.

• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer
• Work with subject matter experts and identify target audiences training needs
• State instructional end goals and create content that matches them
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface and the finished product
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts
• Apply tested instructional design theories, practice and methods
• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process
• Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games, etc.)
• Decide on the criteria used to judge learners performance and develop assessment instruments
• Maintain project documentation and course folders
• Participates on organization-wide projects as training SME

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

BS in instructional design, educational technology or similar. MA preferred. At least 3-5 years proven working experience in instructional design and with instructional technology. Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models. Lesson and curriculum planning skills. Solid knowledge of course development software and at least one Learning Management System. Visual design skills and ability to storyboard. Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically required to sit for long periods. The employee continually is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop and reach with hands and arms. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Limited travel required to visit CU locations as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MEMBER FOCUSED

Creates trust by building relationships and actively discovers the right solutions for Members and peers; understands that the credit union exists as a result of Member trust and loyalty in the organization and employees; is passionate and dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external Members.

COOPERATION AND TEAMWORK

Relates well to all kinds of people; builds appropriate rapport; works harmoniously with others; uses and understands diplomacy and tact; encourages collaboration; seeks opinions; is candid with peers; values working relationships. Readily puts in extra effort to accomplish important tasks.

DECISION QUALITY

Understands the members best interest is first; demonstrates decisions which are based on creating the best possible outcome for the member; makes decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most recommendations and decisions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems creating effective solutions; is resilient and will own the solution and the problem; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesnt stop at the first answers.

ACTION ORIENTED

Pushes self and others to achieve the best possible results for the Member, organization and employees; proactively seeks out opportunities; raises hand, rather than waits to be asked; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; understands that its OK to make a mistake (fail forward).

ADAPTABLE

Learns on the fly; is a relentless, versatile and an active learner; open to change; can learn new skills and knowledge; analyzes both successes and failures for opportunities to improve; understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches; works to deploy strengths; works on compensating for weaknesses and limits.

INNOVATION

A cultural mindset that supports new ideas, fosters experimentation and drives continuous improvement to deliver member value.

Combines and brings forward ideas in unique ways to make connections between disparate ideas; willingness to explore different lines of thought and suggestions and try new ideas through experimentation, views situations from multiple perspectives; brainstorms multiple approaches/solutions to benefit members.

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