Russell Tobin · 1 month ago
Instructional Designer
Rosemead, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$35/hr - $40/hr
5+ years expRussell Tobin is seeking an experienced Training Specialist III to support the design and development of high-quality training solutions for technical and business initiatives. The role involves leading training needs analysis, content development, and delivery across multiple projects while collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders to create effective learning materials.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesLegalStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Abhay Srivastava
Responsibilities
Conduct training needs assessments, job/task analyses, and stakeholder interviews, including facilitating SME focus groups
Analyze business and technical requirements to recommend appropriate training solutions
Design and develop training materials using adult learning methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM)
Create and maintain training deliverables, including:
PowerPoint presentations
Job aids and quick reference guides
User guides and manuals
ELearning modules
Virtual and instructor-led training content
Translate complex technical documentation (functional specs, test scripts, vendor materials) into learner-friendly content
Lead and facilitate train-the-trainer sessions as needed
Manage multiple training projects simultaneously, including scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resources
Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
Troubleshoot and resolve training development challenges and roadblocks
Support additional training-related initiatives as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 5 years of experience designing and developing training or instructional materials
Demonstrated experience applying instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM)
Hands-on experience developing technical or systems-based training
Proficiency with Microsoft tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Experience using at least one eLearning authoring tool, such as: Articulate Storyline or Rise, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with SMEs, stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and adapt to changing requirements
Preferred
Experience working in a utility or regulated industry
Experience supporting Agile or software implementation projects
Familiarity with SAP or Salesforce training initiatives
Experience using Visio and/or SharePoint for training development
Background in enterprise or large-scale organizational training programs
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity)
A 401(k)-retirement savings
Life & disability insurance
An employee assistance program
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Employee discounts with some preferred vendors
Company
Russell Tobin
Russell Tobin is a staffing and recruiting company that provides recruitment and staffing advisory services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Woronowich, JD
Vice President - Search, Staffing & Embedded Partnerships
Ashley Steger
Director of Talent Acquisition and People Operations- Embedded Partnerships
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