Norland Group
3676-Instructional Designer, Training Curriculum Dev
Norland Group, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
This position requires a clear background check, drug test, and education check. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. (Principal only—no corp‑to‑corp.)
Contract Duration 6 months, with potential extension.
Description Instructional Designer, Contract—hybrid location Livermore, CA. Responsible for designing and developing instructor‑led, web‑based, and on‑the‑job training for apprenticeships in the utilities industry.
Top Things Looking For in a Candidate
Proven experience designing and developing technical training for adult learners.
Strong ability to perform detailed task analysis and apply instructional design methodologies.
Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality training materials on time.
Top Skill Set
Technical: Expertise with Storyline, QuestionMark, and Author‑It; solid knowledge of adult learning theory; proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Soft skills: Strong communication, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, and ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
Responsibilities
Primary designer and developer for instructor‑led, web‑based, and on‑the‑job training.
Leverage instructional design methodologies to assess stakeholder needs, analyze complex content, and evaluate delivered training.
Develop learning materials including hands‑on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, scenarios, videos, assessments, simulations, and other media.
Perform detailed task analysis for each job function, business process, or system.
Partner with cross‑functional teams to conceptualize training design and content.
Define learning objectives and course structure aligned to stakeholder needs.
Work under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer to apply company standards, guidelines, and templates.
Write clear and effective instructional text, audio, or video scripts.
Lead milestone meetings with subject matter experts.
Engage with subject matter experts for ongoing content review and validation.
Receive and incorporate feedback.
Self‑manage assigned tasks and deadlines.
Proactively communicate issues and risks.
Required Skills
3+ years’ experience developing instructor‑led training and on‑the‑job tasks for technical skills.
3+ years of experience with Storyline, QuestionMark, and Author‑It.
Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies.
Proven experience performing task analysis.
Strong knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Demonstrated ability to deliver against multiple competing deadlines.
Experience developing technical training for adult learners.
P Academy experience is a plus.
Work Samples / Portfolio A portfolio or work samples must be provided for consideration.
Desired Skills
Technical writing experience.
Utility industry experience.
Location & Hours
Must be located in the Bay Area near Livermore, CA.
Work Monday‑Friday, no more than 40 hours per week.
Hybrid: remote work with monthly/quarterly travel to P locations; overnight stays may be necessary.
Travel expenses reimbursed.
EEO Statement We encourage minorities, women, protected veterans, and disabled individuals to apply for all positions that they may be qualified for. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks.
Application Submit your résumé via email to roli@norlandgroup.com with the subject line “3676‑Instructional Designer, Training Curriculum Dev.” Attach an MS Word document.
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Contract Duration 6 months, with potential extension.
Description Instructional Designer, Contract—hybrid location Livermore, CA. Responsible for designing and developing instructor‑led, web‑based, and on‑the‑job training for apprenticeships in the utilities industry.
Top Things Looking For in a Candidate
Proven experience designing and developing technical training for adult learners.
Strong ability to perform detailed task analysis and apply instructional design methodologies.
Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality training materials on time.
Top Skill Set
Technical: Expertise with Storyline, QuestionMark, and Author‑It; solid knowledge of adult learning theory; proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Soft skills: Strong communication, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, and ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
Responsibilities
Primary designer and developer for instructor‑led, web‑based, and on‑the‑job training.
Leverage instructional design methodologies to assess stakeholder needs, analyze complex content, and evaluate delivered training.
Develop learning materials including hands‑on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, scenarios, videos, assessments, simulations, and other media.
Perform detailed task analysis for each job function, business process, or system.
Partner with cross‑functional teams to conceptualize training design and content.
Define learning objectives and course structure aligned to stakeholder needs.
Work under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer to apply company standards, guidelines, and templates.
Write clear and effective instructional text, audio, or video scripts.
Lead milestone meetings with subject matter experts.
Engage with subject matter experts for ongoing content review and validation.
Receive and incorporate feedback.
Self‑manage assigned tasks and deadlines.
Proactively communicate issues and risks.
Required Skills
3+ years’ experience developing instructor‑led training and on‑the‑job tasks for technical skills.
3+ years of experience with Storyline, QuestionMark, and Author‑It.
Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies.
Proven experience performing task analysis.
Strong knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Demonstrated ability to deliver against multiple competing deadlines.
Experience developing technical training for adult learners.
P Academy experience is a plus.
Work Samples / Portfolio A portfolio or work samples must be provided for consideration.
Desired Skills
Technical writing experience.
Utility industry experience.
Location & Hours
Must be located in the Bay Area near Livermore, CA.
Work Monday‑Friday, no more than 40 hours per week.
Hybrid: remote work with monthly/quarterly travel to P locations; overnight stays may be necessary.
Travel expenses reimbursed.
EEO Statement We encourage minorities, women, protected veterans, and disabled individuals to apply for all positions that they may be qualified for. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks.
Application Submit your résumé via email to roli@norlandgroup.com with the subject line “3676‑Instructional Designer, Training Curriculum Dev.” Attach an MS Word document.
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