Technical Training, Advisor

The Information System Technical Training Specialist will design, develop, and deliver instructor-led, classroom hands-on training and assist with eLearning curriculum for adult learners.

• Works with subject matter experts and instructional designers to determine training requirements and deliver training to support these requirements.
• Writes instructor training manuals, detailing class objectives, schedule, activities and lesson plans.
• Designs and produce training tools, such as job aids, how-to articles, practice exercises, assessments, and quick reference guides.
• Sets up and maintains classroom environment and courseware in Blackboard.
• Delivers train-the-trainer and instructor-led training, using Blackboard LMS.
• Encourages classroom participation and facilitates change management for target audience.
• Evaluates and adapts to variances in learning styles within an audience.
• Uses student satisfaction survey input to evaluate and improve courseware.
• Efficiently works in fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Effectively works with a cross-functional team (subject matter experts from various disciplines, instructional designers, technical writer, and management).
• Produces professional deliverables using Microsoft Office suite and collaboration tools, such as Confluence.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Must have TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain Presidential Support Duty (PSD) access.
• Certified in CompTIA Security +
• Experience as an Information System Technician that supported mission-critical technical and operational travel events for Senior Leadership
• Strong interpersonal and professional skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired:

• Familiarity with standard instructional systems development models, such as ADDIE.
• Familiarity with education/training content and delivery solutions.
• Familiarity with Confluence collaboration tool.
• Knowledge of a Learning Management tools such as Blackboard.