Instructional Designer

Role Summary

The Instructional Designer is responsible for designing lessons and leading development of eLearning and Instructor-Led Training programs. As an individual contributor, this role makes recommendations on and writes learning objectives while leading teams in utilizing current instructional design techniques and strategies.

Key Duties

With limited direction from the Senior Instructional Designer or Supervisor, design and develop training solutions for multiple front-line workgroups in collaboration with various stakeholders.

Take on ambiguous challenges to implement learning objectives that train to competencies and critical behaviors.

Apply deep knowledge of adult learning principles to act as a consultant regarding Instructional Design and Content Development methodology, standards, and practices to make recommendations on design specifications, storyboards, and simulations.

Analyze data to interpret Job Task Analyses, Needs Analyses, Gap Analyses, Root Cause Analyses, and other types of evaluation to understand user goals and objectives and identify appropriate content deliverables for assigned projects.

Manage moderately complex projects to support timelines, development of content, scripts, stakeholders, video recording, and audio.

Apply industry methodologies to write and revise content deliverables (e.g., online course materials, job aides, classroom materials) per approved content plans, ensuring content deliverables adhere to established standards.

Facilitate informal and formal reviews with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and other applicable team members.

Resolve requests for content updates based on identified defects, product enhancements, Root Cause Analysis findings, etc. to help ensure delivery of high-quality products to our customers.

Take initiative to research new technologies to assist in the continued improvement of content development processes and standards, recommending changes required to match or surpass e-learning industry standards.

Utilize the learning management system (LMS) to upload, test, create and edit course trees, archive courses, and communicate with LMS administrator to ensure adherence to best practices.

Lead the team to administer Train-the-Trainer sessions and other processes necessary to ensure the successful hand-off of training content to the Training Delivery team.

Conduct post-launch evaluations of training content and update course content as a result of these evaluations.

Mentor and influence professional development of junior roles on the team.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job-Specific Skills, Experience & Education

Required

2 years of experience with adult learning principles in instructional design, training development, e-learning development, or related area.

Bachelors degree with a focus in learning, curriculum design, education, communications, or a related discipline, or an additional two years of training/experience in lieu of this degree.

Experience with one or more eLearning authoring tools such as: Articulate Storyline 360 or Adobe Captivate.

Proven understanding of learning modalities and adult learning styles.

Excellent communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, presentation, and listening).

Possess strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to execute on multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is key.

Ability to quickly analyze the impact of development changes on a content development project and adjust workload appropriately.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge of current training presentation products and emerging technologies for mobile applications.

A professional certificate in Instructional Design or a related discipline. Multiple related professional certificates will be considered accordingly.

Experience with image/graphic creation and manipulation.

Experience working with Articulate Rise 360.

Experience in creating simulations, gamification design, and recording screencasts.

Experience creating compelling visual designs for training that is functional and engaging.

Strong working knowledge of Photoshop and web design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Secondary Skills Nice to Haves:

Articulate Rise 360

Photoshop

Graphic Design

Visual Design for Learning

Mobile Learning Technologies

Gamification Design

Simulation Development

Screencast Creation

Web Design

Professional Instructional Design Certifications

This is a Contract position based out of SeaTac, WA.

The pay range for this position is $62.00 - $62.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of SeaTac, WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in SeaTac,WA.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.