The Instructional Designer is responsible for designing a blended learning experience through specialized interactions (eLearning courses and workshops, coaching calls, peer-to-peer learning), based on new or improved applications in the fields of leadership education and distance learning, expertise from some of the field's most accomplished practitioners, and non-partisan research to support evidence-based practices in government leading to measurable impact in the city. The Instructional Designer will work individually and collaboratively to design and deliver innovative learning experiences that improve the ability of mayors, senior leaders, and government staffers to use data. A primary focus will be developing a core competencies delivery model, defining learning objectives, and creating new training content to ensure a high-quality training experience for our public sector partners.
- Requires 6+ years experience
- Full time
- Baltimore, MD, United States
- Requires Bachelor's degree
- $112,200/year
Specific Duties And Responsibilities
- Develop content aligned with the competencies model to ensure strategic development and delivery of Academy trainings that include components like:
- Course outlines
- Course syllabi
- Lesson plans
- In-person and online activities
- Slide decks
- Assessments
- Multimedia supplemental materials such as podcasts, webinars, etc.
- Build and implement curriculum plans for in-person and online trainings, instructional methods, course materials, and training aids based on new or improved applications in the fields of leadership education and eLearning.
- In collaboration with the GovEx staff and outside experts, apply tested instructional design theories to conceptualize, design, and create interactive learning solutions that target learning objectives and improve performance.
- Establish learning objectives for all trainings, work with curriculum developers, coach facilitators, and collaborate with other internal experts to ensure trainings meet these goals.
- Manage and design documents/templates that are highly engaging and interactive eLearning and in-person learning products.
- Develop and/or prepare presentation materials; write, direct, and/or edit department videos, as assigned.
- Create learning solutions that satisfy the needs of diverse audiences and skillsets.
- Assist in tailoring existing learning materials and content to meet general market as well as specific client and funder needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or related field.
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in course design and development, faculty training, or program/course assessment/evaluation.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
All candidates must be systems-oriented, self-motivated, and dedicated to results-oriented and data-driven learning experiences. The selected candidate must possess a proven track record of success in the public sector, as well as have experience navigating an academic environment and designing and delivering curriculum for C-suite leaders.
Johns Hopkins University is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins was the first American university based on the European research institution model. The university also has graduate campuses in Italy, China, and Washington, D.C.