Job title: Instructional Designer
Company: Actalent
Job description: Actalent is currently seeking a qualified Instructional Designer for a consultant position with Bonneville Power in Vancouver, WA.This Instructional Designer position supports and assists the Technical Training (TFBT) organization at Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). Transmission Field (TF) Services is responsible for managing field operations, maintenance, and construction of BPA’s high-voltage electrical transmission system. TFBT coordinates present, future, and continuing education training needs for electrical apprentices, electrical crafts trainees, PSC, SPC, Labs, Data Systems and Instrumentation, non-electrical craft apprentices, and fully qualified journeyman and craftsmen of the preceding trades/disciplines.RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Consult with BPA Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and access sensitive information such as Bulk Electric System (BES) Diagrams, equipment descriptions/pictures, specific technical systems operations, and locations to:
- Develop courses using established ISD processes.
- Create or convert existing technical and safety courses into Web –based Training (WBT) courses using Toolbook and Adobe Captivate, including creating content and questions.
- Provide subject matter expertise for special projects, which could include assisting partner orgs with training related efforts.
- Create WBT testing/quizzes so scores can be recorded and reported using Toolbook, Captivate or BPA’s current WBT course development software. Encode HTML script to quiz pages to ensure compatibility with HRMIS.
- Following a written script and using the sound recorder on a computer, create voiceovers for WBT courses.
- Use a Digital Video Camera and tripod to record training delivery, task steps, how-to videos, etc.
- Use Adobe Premier to convert and/or edit previous VHS tapes to digital format for DVD burning or WBT integration purposes.
- Use a tape recorder to interview and transcribe Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge to be used in course development.
- Update/upgrade WBT courses in a timely manner when notified by content owner of needed changes or when new WBT software drives the need for updates; interface with IT as needed.
- Troubleshoot online courses; correct issues as needed.
- Write/develop/maintain HTML/SharePoint web pages for the Technical Training website.
- Create forms in SharePoint using Nintex.
- Maintain existing SharePoint MS InfoPath forms.
- Create and maintain Technical Training Center web sites and web page, including the creation of workflows and forms.
- Using SnagIt, take ‘snap shots’ of subject matter; generate catalogs of pictures, quotes, drawings, etc., to be used in course creation in Toolbook, Storyline 360, Captivate, Photoshop, and Adobe Flash.
- Create animated pages within the online courses using Adobe Flash.
- Pull pictures, graphics, blueprints and photos from multiple sources and touch up, crop, pull apart, and/or otherwise edit graphics using Adobe Photoshop.
- Utilize Visio to create drawings for embedding into WBT.
- Keep abreast of new methods, approaches and presentation design best practices used for Adult Education, which may be incorporated into the organization’s training program.
- Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in educational design, education training & development, or a related field is desirable.
- 1 year of experience as an Instructional System Development (ISD) Designer, Training Specialist, or Course Developer required.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft software such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Word.
- Proficiency with SharePoint sufficient to create and maintain content, sites, pages, links, and InfoPaths, and to assist with maintenance (working with IT).
- Proficiency with Adobe software development products: Flash, Audition, Premiere Pro, Bridge, Standard, In Design, Photoshop, Illustrator.
- Experience with and working knowledge of the following programs: Toolbook, Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, Basic HTML script, SnagIt, Visio Pro, MS InfoPath, Nintex.
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This role may be eligible for the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- 401(k)/Roth
- Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)
- 5+ days of PTO annually in addition to paid sick leave provided by Washington state law, federal or local ordinances
- 11 Federal Holidays
About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
Expected salary:
Location: Vancouver, WA
Job date: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:21:47 GMT
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