Instructional Designer - Chattanooga, TN

SUMMARY

The primary responsibility will be to support the organization’s learning technologies and development activities through the development of instructional materials, products, programs, and other educational tools.

• Present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.
• Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.
• Write and develop instructional materials and products such as lesson plans, eLearning modules, student and instructor guides, presentations, infographics, quick reference guides, checklists, etc.
• Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.
• Assess company-wide developmental needs to drive training initiatives and identify and arrange suitable training solutions for employees.
• Actively search, creatively design, and proactively implement effective methods to educate and enhance performance.
• Work with subject matter experts to gather information and material to develop instructional content.
• Conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to develop the basis for curriculum development or to update curricula.
• Develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.
• Manage eLearning initiatives and course development.
• Develop and deploy communications and training plans to support performance management activities and any process or system changes.
• Manage communication regarding training, HR initiatives, and organizational development areas.
• Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies or methods.
• Ensure branding integrity is upheld.
• Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.
• All other duties as assigned.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (minimum of
5):

• Creative Writing - Writes clearly and informatively with above-average precision; possesses creative, analytical and persuasive writing skills; has excellent editing and/or proofreading capabilities; presents numerical data effectively and accurately; expertly able to read and interpret written information.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively;
  Edits work for spelling and grammar;
  Varies writing style to meet needs;
  Presents numerical data effectively;
  Able to read and interpret written information.
• Design - Generates creative solutions;
  Translates concepts and information into images;
  Uses feedback to modify designs;
  Applies design principles;
  Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities;
  Uses time efficiently;
  Plans for additional resources;
  Develops realistic action plans;
  Sets goals and objectives;
  Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
• Project Management - Develops project plans;
  Coordinates projects;
  Communicates changes and progress;
  Completes projects on time and budget;
  Manages project team activities.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity;
  Meets challenges with resourcefulness;
  Generates suggestions for improving work;
  Develops innovative approaches and ideas;
  Presents ideas and information to get others' attention.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem-solving situations;
  Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Oral Communication - speaks very clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in various meetings.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
  Maintains confidentiality;
  Listens to others without interrupting;
  Keeps emotions under control;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;
  Pursues training and development opportunities;
  Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
  Shares expertise with others.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily;
  Undertakes self-development activities;
  Seeks increased responsibilities;
  Takes independent actions and calculated risks;
  Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities;
  Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Strategic Thinking - develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands the organization's strengths & weaknesses. Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; adapts strategy to changing conditions; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; makes timely decisions.
• Self-Motivation:
  Sets and achieves challenging goals; measures self against the standard of excellence; requires minimal supervision with self-managing strategies.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment;
  Manages competing demands;
  Changes approach or…