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United States
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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Instructional Designer (USPTO) based in the United States.
The Senior Instructional Designer will lead the modernization of a comprehensive training curriculum supporting a major federal agency. This role focuses on evaluating existing learning programs, improving instructional approaches, and developing a strategic curriculum blueprint. You will oversee the review of approximately 125 courses and work closely with subject matter experts to create engaging, effective, and relevant learning experiences. By incorporating modern learning models, gamification, and AI-assisted instruction, you will help transform how complex information is delivered and understood. The position combines instructional design expertise with strategic consulting and collaboration in a federal government environment. This is an opportunity to shape large-scale training initiatives and contribute to the development of innovative learning solutions.
As Senior Instructional Designer, you will lead curriculum modernization initiatives, provide instructional design consulting, and ensure that learning programs align with organizational objectives and modern educational practices. Your responsibilities will include:
Lead training consultation activities supporting the revision and modernization of the existing curriculum.
Analyze and assess approximately 125 existing courses to identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop a comprehensive curriculum blueprint that establishes the structure and direction of the modernized training program.
Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to review course content and improve instructional methodologies.
Recommend and implement modern learning models and innovative instructional approaches.
Integrate gamification and AI-assisted instruction to enhance learner engagement and training effectiveness.
Provide consultation on instructional content that may involve legal or specialized subject matter.
Evaluate classroom-based learning environments and advise on classroom technology requirements.
Support the modernization of training delivery methods to improve learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
Contribute instructional design expertise throughout the curriculum revision process, ensuring consistency and quality across a large portfolio of courses.
Requirements
The ideal candidate combines extensive instructional systems design experience with expertise in curriculum modernization, adult learning, and innovative training methodologies. They should be comfortable consulting with subject matter experts and managing complex, high-volume learning initiatives. Required qualifications include:
At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in instructional systems design or instructional design.
Master's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Curriculum, or a related field.
Extensive experience revising and modernizing large-scale curricula, preferably involving more than 40 courses.
Expert understanding of modern learning models, gamification, and AI-assisted instructional approaches.
Experience providing consultation on instructional content that may involve legal subject matter.
Experience working in classroom learning environments and advising on classroom technology requirements.
Familiarity with federal government contracting environments.
Strong curriculum analysis, instructional design, and consulting capabilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and multidisciplinary teams.
Additional qualifications that would be advantageous include:
Recent experience supporting the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) or working with patent-related programs.
Experience with large-scale federal training modernization initiatives.
Benefits
Fully remote working arrangement, with preference for candidates located in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area.
Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
Generous paid time off.
11 paid holidays.
6 weeks of paid parental leave.
Annual tuition assistance of up to $5,000.
Student loan repayment assistance.
Annual allowance of up to $200 for personal learning activities.
Annual allowance of up to $200 for fitness and active lifestyle activities.
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.