Director of Instructional Design

Description

• Develop, implement, review and improve operating procedures for continuity and compliance of product brand.
• Own the end-to-end design and development of learning content.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices to create engaging learning activities and compelling course content material/media (audio, video, simulations, games etc).
• Collaborate, as directed, across RailPros departments (internal) to provide training development in support of other department and corporate goals.
• Direct supervision of internal Training Development team employees and contractors, as needed.
• Work with product stakeholders to ensure scope, purpose and outcomes of project are clearly defined and agreed upon.
• Modify/revise programs as needed.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify training needs/ knowledge gaps.
• Scout, screen and approve team members' efforts in new ideas and technologies to advance our product offering.
• Help write Project Proposals, to include Project Scope, Design Plan, timelines and budgets.
• Support team member individual development.
• Develop and execute strategies for showcasing department products and/or capabilities.
• Hire, on-board and supervise team members.
• Lead imaginative design discussions to develop creative messaging for successful internal and external training pieces.
• Develop, implement, review and improve operating procedures for efficient design and development of products.
• Suggest curriculum-based recommendations based on requirements analysis.
• Identify and address problems and opportunities for the team.
• Help ensure project priorities are communicated, team understands priorities and is making good decisions based on priorities.

Requirements

• Highly proficient in time management, organization, planning and prioritization
• Demonstrates excellence in communication and stakeholder management
• Knowledge of a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods
• Proven work experience as a manager
• Ability to proofread work of self, and others, to improve quality, consistency, and readability
• Ability to write effective copy instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• Trade industry memberships in learning development
• Extensive knowledge of training development processes
• Experience developing long-term strategies and planning
• Experience preparing and managing to a required budget, timeline, and project scope
• Proven team building and leadership skills
• 7+ years of relevant work experience
• Must be comfortable working at both a strategic and tactical level
• HTML5 competency
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Training Development, Business Management, or related field
• Highly collaborative
• Knowledge of a variety of course development software
• Railroad, or similar industry-related experience
• Comfortable with and ability to drive results through ambiguity and multiple/shifting priorities
• High proficiency with electronic communications including e-mail and text as well as standard office applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams; Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate or similar)
• Knowledge and understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies for classroom-based, self-guided, and virtual training

Benefits

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA): With employer match.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid with additional voluntary options available.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous Paid Time Off
• Wellness Programs: Access to various wellness initiatives and resources.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Employer-funded.
• Work-Life Balance: Initiatives designed to support a balanced and fulfilling work life.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For dependent care expenses.
• Discount Programs: Exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Additional Coverage Plans: Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee-to-family coverage.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Company Merchandise Allowance: Company-funded allowance for our online store.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance