Overview:
The Instructional System Specialist supports the design, development, modernization, and evaluation of analytic, collection, and operational workforce training programs across multiple instructional modalities in support of Intelligence Community mission requirements. The ideal candidate should be located within commuting distance of Springfield, VA and Bethesda, MD client sites.
Job Title/LCAT: Instructional Systems Specialist (ISS) - Journeyman
Location: Springfield, VA (Hybrid)
Operating Hours and Expectations: This is primarily a remote position with standard work hours Monday-Friday; occasional onsite presence is required
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Position Type: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct formal training needs analyses and course reviews to identify workforce performance gaps within IC operations, collection, and analysis mission areas.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts - in person and virtually - to design instruction aligned to IC mission requirements and operational realities.
- Develop and revise curriculum design guides, terminal and enabling learning objectives, course materials, job aids, and instructor notes.
- Design and maintain content across instructor-led, virtual, and eLearning platforms.
- Upload, manage, and maintain curriculum within Learning Management Systems.
- Develop evaluation methodologies and metrics to assess training effectiveness and learning transfer.
- Continuously update training content based on evaluation findings, mission shifts, policy changes, emerging capabilities, and evolving requirements.
- Ensure all training materials comply with Section 508 accessibility standards and applicable federal guidance.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and instructional teams using collaboration platforms, including Microsoft Teams.
Required Education & Certification(s):
- A four-year degree from an accredited institution of higher learning is required in Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, eLearning Development, Adult or Secondary Education, Educational Psychology, or other relevant educational degree.
- A minimum of 24 college credit hours in training design are required. This requirement may be substituted with a 40-hour certification in Training Design and Development and the above immediate experience requirement.
Required Experience & Skills:
- Ability to travel occasionally to client sites in Springfield, VA and Bethesda, MD, including access to SCIF environments.
- Minimum of five years of experience designing and developing formal workforce training programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theory and related frameworks.
- Demonstrated development of assessments, such as tests, rubrics, or checklists.
- Proven excellence in written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with Intelligence Community training in analysis, collection, and/or operations.
- Demonstrated experience engaging directly with clients or stakeholders to define requirements, resolve issues, and build buy-in across diverse groups.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote environment, managing workload and deadlines without direct oversight.
- Proven ability to navigate ambiguous or evolving requirements and deliver actionable solutions under shifting priorities.
Desired Experience & Skills:
- Proficiency with instructional design tools such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate 360, and Camtasia.
- Experience working within Learning Management Systems such as Cornerstone, Canvas, Blackboard, or comparable platforms.
- Experience developing SCORM-compliant eLearning content.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.
- Working knowledge of standard classroom audio-visual technologies.
- Working knowledge of FLETA accreditation standards.
- Experience applying Section 508 accessibility standards; Trusted Tester certification preferred.
Benefits: Health, dental & vision; LTD/STD & life insurance; PTO, sick leave & holidays; 401k.
