Instructional Designer (Future Opportunities)

ICF is currently seeking a Instructional Designer. We aren’t generic contractors; we are expert consultants. We work with our clients determine the ideal solution to their problems. We are seeking candidates who can help us create dynamic, engaging, exciting learning content with an emphasis on user-centered design, user experience (UX), and accessibility for all learners. This requires candidates who are nimble and innovative in their application of instructional design principles.

Using your mix of creative skills and project awareness, the successful candidate will create interactive and engaging ways to communicate instructional content knowledge as well as provide feedback on other team members' materials. The candidate will have the ability to develop a range of instructional materials including classroom-based training, online training and performance support tools, self-paced guides, case studies, job aids, etc.

We focus on providing practical solutions to challenges in management and organizational change for public and private sector clients. These solutions include innovative, creative, and responsive training, organizational development, change management, and strategic performance improvement services.

This role is for a potential future opportunity.

This role will work onsite in Boise, ID.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an instructional design team under the supervision of a Lead Learning Solutions Designer or Project Manager.

• Design, develop, and document instructor-led, paper-based, and responsive technology-delivered curricula and performance support solutions.

• Participate in the development and review of products for adherence to style and storyboard guidelines, writing standards, course/task flow, and designing for standards such as SCORM conformance and Section 508 compliance.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience

• 2+ years of experience in Instructional Design

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Instructional Design or Education preferred

• Experience in the full life cycle of the instructional systems design (ISD) process with experience in developing engaging, experiential instructor-led training as well as web-based and blended learning solutions that are Section 508-compliant and SCORM-conformant

• Ability to develop clear and concise linear and non-linear storyboards for programmers/online developers, including graphics concepts, audio scripts, user interactions, navigation, and other related elements

• Proficiency with word-processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Superior use of the English language including the ability to read, comprehend, and communicate information and ideas effectively

• Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the field of human-computer interaction and performance-centered design

• Ability to apply instructional design principles to gaming and simulation environments

• Experience and working knowledge of at least one rapid development tool (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise)

• Detailed knowledge of Section 508 requirements as applied to course design and development

• Experience developing video / motion-graphic storyboards

• Experience with design production tools (Adobe Creative Suite)

• Familiarity with concepts related to Communities of Practice and the application of social networking and online collaboration tools to learning

• Experience serving Federal clients

• Experience working in consulting firm environments