Instructional Designer II

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Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. Are you looking for employment with a purpose? Join the team at American Water Works Association ! At AWWA, you’ll find purpose, great benefits, relaxed culture, collaborative colleagues andinteresting work. Our mission is providing solutions to effectively manage water, the world’s most vital resource. We are seeking an

Instructional Designer II

to develop and design accurate, relevant and timely technical live and asynchronous educational curriculum for learners in the water industry. This is not a 100% remote job. AWWA runs on a hybrid reporting schedule with at least 3 days in the Denver office and 2 days of remote reporting. Essential Job Functions Design and develop educational curriculum and instruction for in-person and remote delivery at a national level through various methods including eLearning, instructor-led, virtual, and blended learning.

In partnership with the Manager, Education and Workforce, identify relevant content for delivery to learners Manage and collaborate with subject matter experts, consultants or other invested parties to identify learning objectives and translate complex information into clear and engaging content Evaluate course content to align objectives, activities, and assessments for desired outcomes Ensure all educational output is informed by adult learning theory Use authoring tools and learning management systems to develop and manage content

Revise and redesign content to align with new compliance and regulatory principles

Evaluate, revise, and redesign course content to eliminate gaps in existing materials Use course data and feedback to inform future content and assessment design

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to :

Track activities and produce reports for project leaders, executive staff, and volunteers as needed Attend team meetings, conferences, and training as needed Know, understand, and follow employee guidelines, employment policies, and department or company procedures

Qualifications

Education, Certification or Formal Training : Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, or other related area required. Master’s degree preferred. Work Experience :

Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years’ experience in education and / or learning and development focused on adult education design

required Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theory

required Demonstrated experience leading and / or facilitating discussions with technical experts

required Demonstrated experience designing and delivering educational content

required Understanding of K-12 educational theory,

desirable Knowledge of water industry and / or membership associations

preferred Minimum of three years’ experience in science, engineering, or technical education topics for adults,

preferred Minimum of two (2) year experience writing and analyzing both formative and summative assessments Minimum of three (3) years’ experience developing asynchronous e-learning courses including Adobe suite of products, including Articulate Rise 360, and some light video editing (e.g. Biteable) and LMS platforms

required Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Support AWWA mission and vision in all interactions Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities in an evolving work environment with shifting time frames Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an acute ability to listen attentively and to communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organization and / or with external customers, clients, members Demonstrated proficiency in consultative skills when addressing inquiries Willingness and desire to collaborate to foster a positive, fulfilling work environment Demonstrated strengths in organizational, attention-to-detail, follow-through, analytical, reasoning, critical thinking, project management, and problem-solving skills Pay is dependent upon qualifications; Pay range is targeted between $71,500 - $81,500 per year and is paired with a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

Immediate eligibility and vesting for retirement savings plan with a 6% employer contribution

up to an additional 3% company match upon hire. Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with generous cost sharing by employer. Three separate paid time off accounts (Vacation, Sick, and Personal). Flexible work schedules (Flex Fridays and Hybrid Remote Work Policy). Eligible for discretionary bonus. The position is open until filled.

Please include a cover letter with resume.

As an employer dedicated to equal employment opportunity, minorities, women, veterans and disabled are encouraged to apply.

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