Instructional Designer (Direct Hire Temporary)

Salary range is $55k to $130k, with a midpoint of $85k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:

• Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 13 days of paid time off annually.
• ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
• Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Did you know a train has never gone over a floating bridge anywhere in the world? Sound Transit is opening the East Link extension connecting Seattle to Bellevue over Lake Washington and we need a motivated, technical Instructional Designer to join our team.

The Instructional Designer is responsible for the design and development of a variety of learning materials. The scope of projects includes producing interactive technical training and software simulations, job aids, eLearning and Instructor-Led courses, instructional videos, and technical documentation. The person in this position is expected to have excellent writing abilities, end-to-end program development experience, an eye for design, and a commitment to accessibility through design.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Design a variety of instructional materials such as instructor led training (live or virtual), job aids, eLearning tutorials, and presentation materials.
• Create realistic objectives for learning or performance for students and instructors.
• Determine the criteria used to judge learner's successful performance and develop assessment tools to measure said criteria.
• Design courses that are conducive to distance learning programs while still adhering to training goals of the Department.
• Recommend changes to existing courses, including technology or graphic elements, to better adhere to delivery options for the course.
• Analyze courses to ensure they meet or exceed Agency standards.
• Build accessibility into courses so learners of all abilities have high quality learning experiences.
• Manage updates and revisions to existing training materials ensuring they are accurate and consistent with system functionality.
• Remain aware of all emerging instructional theories, practices and methods, and make recommendations about when to adopt certain systems to continue to offer the best learning experience possible.
• Interface with leadership, product owners, partners, and stakeholders to align learning campaigns and objectives with strategic objectives and feature release schedules.
• Participate in collaborative editing processes and design reviews with our internal and external partners to ensure a high-quality and consistent product.
• Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
• Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
• It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Design, Technical Writing, Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Information Design, Education Technology or closely related field. Four years of experience in developing instructor-led, self-led, and eLearnings. Demonstrated experience designing and developing eLearning using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent tools. Experience with learning evaluation and assessment techniques; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

• Certificate in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Information Design, Education Technology or equivalent.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Vyond or other eLearning authoring tools.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge and practical experience delivering training using instructional design methodology and adult learning concepts, principles, and practices.
• Proven experience designing courses from the ground up using industry-standard processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal, written, presentation, and facilitation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization both technical and non-technical; ability to understand complex technical information and distill it for lay audiences.
• Self-directed with strong project management skills.
• Demonstrated graphic design skills.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of trends in technology and adult learning.
• Technical aptitude and willingness to learn new software and skills independently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Impeccable writing and grammar skills and attention to detail.
• Clear business writing skills.
• Proven design acumen.
• Ability to work with SMEs.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience using learning management and/or content management systems - Cornerstone OnDemand.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a hybrid office and field environment.
• Employees working in field, shop, warehouse, and/or transit vehicle environment may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and/or extreme noise.
• The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.