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Best Friends Animal Society · 1 day ago

Specialist, Instructional Designer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$59K/yr - $65K/yr

Best Friends Animal Society is seeking an Instructional Designer, Specialist to join their Learning Advancement Team. This role focuses on designing innovative learning materials and driving the development of engaging, outcome-based learning programs to support their mission of saving pets in shelters.

EducationGovernmentNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Instructional Design team to design educationally-sound learning programs and drive the development of engaging, outcome-based learning which is the integral foundation of eLearning courses, certificates, and blended learning programs that align to both the learning advancement department strategy and current organizational strategy

Work directly with subject matter experts to capture course specific knowledge for the development and management of course content

Design and develop engaging, high-quality learning materials and course content for eLearning courses, blended learning programs, microlearning, and other instructional formats

Collaborate with the Instructional Designer, Senior Specialist, to select appropriate instructional design principles, strategies, and formats relevant to the project and organization standards

Proactively apply instructional design trends, cognitive learning theories and accessibility guidelines

Work with and coordinate contractors and volunteers to ensure the finished instructional design products are engaging, as well as educationally and professionally sound

Maintain learning materials and resources to ensure consistency and support content management efforts

Engage in project management responsibilities for instructional design projects, from supporting key tasks to managing full project workflows as needed

Qualification

Instructional DesignELearning DevelopmentAdult Learning TheoryArticulate 360Learning Management SystemsCollaboration with SMEsConstructive FeedbackResourcefulnessProject ManagementCreative Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of certificates, direct experience, and demonstrated skills will also be considered

Proficient in Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline), Vyond animation software, and Camtasia or similar video/audio editing tools

Proven ability to apply adult learning theory and integrate principles of diversity and accessibility in the design of effective learning experiences that align with instructional objectives and address the needs of adult learners

Demonstrated ability, or readiness to grow from foundational experience, in managing and supporting all phases of instructional design project management

Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy, consistency, and high-quality output in all aspects of work

Talent for applying creative solutions while upholding alignment with organizational style guides, visual design principles, and established standards

Comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback across collaborative projects

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong organizational skills to manage multiple competing tasks and priorities—while remaining flexible and able to shift direction quickly as needs evolve

Possess a resourceful, problem-solving skillset to seek answers independently and enthusiastically, with the flexibility to persist until goals are achieved

Preferred

Experience in the animal services field to ensure content is relevant to learners and reflects the actual conditions, challenges, and needs of the animal services profession strongly preferred

Proficiency managing content within Canvas or other learning management systems (LMS) preferred

Experience collaborating effectively and professionally with subject matter experts (SMEs) to inform and enhance content for instructional design projects preferred

Experience selecting, designing, and implementing authentic assessments that align with learning objectives and evaluate learners' ability to apply skills in real-world contexts