Team CATHEXIS elevates the government contracting experience through rapid response, deep skill, and thoughtful problem-solving and communication. Our core capabilities are our top-tier program and project management, data analytics, and audit services, the backbone of which is our integrated approach to operational excellence.

You worked hard to get to where you are. You strive to make every day better than the day before. So do we. Team CATHEXIS operates with an all-in mindset. We are working together to create a company that supports our shared values and individual goals. Our values are centered around Respect, Engagement, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence in everything we do for our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe success is best when we listen and lead with empathy; model high standards of ethics to provide a rewarding candidate experience; work hard, have fun, and appreciate the strengths we all bring to the team; and empower our employees to create innovative and trusted results.

We are looking for a dynamic Lead Instructional Systems Designer (LISD) to join our team at our headquarters in Falls Church, VA! The Lead Instructional Systems Designer (LISD) manages and supports the design, development, and sustainment of current Transition Assistance Program (TAP) courses, including but not limited to VA Benefits and Services (BAS), Women’s Health Transition Training (WHTT), Military Life Cycle (MLC) modules, and/or train-the-trainer (T3) courses designed for course facilitators. Under the supervision of a Training & Development Manager (TDM), the LISD manages a small team of ISDs and has overall responsibility for the end-to-end creation and maintenance of synchronous Instructor-led (ILT), virtual-Instructor-led (vILT), and/or asynchronous web-based training (WBT) courses for transitioning Service members, Veterans, and their families about the benefits and services available from VA. This includes but is not limited to: (a) initial project planning and milestone tracking; (b) analysis; (c) high-level course design and course design document; (d) course development. In partnership with the TDM, the LISD leads the overall effort, coordinates resources, ensures alignment of information and learning objectives and validates that their team’s products meet and exceed the high standards set forth by CATHEXIS and VA.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead single or multi-modal (ILT, vILT, WBT) curriculum development projects from start to finish, including direct supervision of up to three Instructional Systems Designers (ISDs)
  • Lead and/or support comprehensive curricular analyses to ensure courses remain current and adhere to adult learning principles, including alignment of content, learning objectives, engagement, and activities
  • Present technical and comprehensive updates of existing course content and materials to internal and/or client stakeholders
  • Support the design and development of new Section 508 compliant instruction and training materials packages, including but not limited to slide presentations, classroom activities, worksheets/handouts, job aids, facilitator and participant guides and SCORM packages
  • Ensure alignment of enabling and terminal learning objectives, knowledge checks, and intermediate activities across all modalities for a consistent product
  • Lead and/or support the triage and dissemination of curricular inputs (e.g., SME and other stakeholder inputs, changes in policy) for cross-modality implementation, including coordination with other LISDs or TDMs for inputs that are applicable to other curricular products
  • Assist in the facilitation of orderly handoffs of materials to internal and external stakeholders (508 compliance, graphic design, tech editing, etc) to facilitate on-time and accurate delivery
  • Track and drive project progress, including early identification of risks and associated mitigation strategies
  • Attend client meetings as needed and present relevant updates in a factual, concise manner
  • Conduct research and make recommendations on the continuing improvement of educational best practices, instructional resources, technologies, and multimedia hardware/software
  • Assist in all curriculum design and development tasks as schedule allows (up to 50% depending on team)
  • Manage and develop the team, including setting clear expectations, providing feedback, identifying opportunities for growth, and providing recognition for contributions and collaboration beyond expected job responsibilities

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required
  • Master’s degree (MA/MS) strongly preferred
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience providing instructional design expertise
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a supervisor in the curriculum development space, preferably of a team of ISDs
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience creating adult-learning content for a government contract or in a corporate environment
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience leading curriculum development projects of medium duration and longer (3 months and longer)
  • Government contracting experience
  • DoD and VA experience as a contractor or otherwise (highly desired)
  • Former military experience (highly desired)
  • Able to obtain a minimum of NACI (National Agency Check with Inquiries) for a Veterans Affairs Public Trust Clearance

Skills: 

  • Dynamic leader who leads with empathy while ensuring that stakeholder requirements are consistently met
  • Ability to set priorities and recognize when re-prioritization is needed based on project and client needs 
  • Team player who is a flexible self-starter with strong attention to detail
  • Very strong written and oral communication skills
  • Communicates with others in an effective and polite manner
  • Assumes ownership and responsibility for assigned actions and/or tasks
  • Manages details in deliverable production, customer interaction, and action tracking
  • Deep knowledge and experience with adult learning, objective creation, and curriculum writing
  • Works well with tight deadlines and adaptable to evolving priorities
  • Expert in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient with project management applications, such as Asana, SmartSheets, etc.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud suite
  • Working knowledge in the use of asynchronous authoring tools, such as Articulate Storyline 360, and associated instructional design theory.
  • Working knowledge in the development of synchronous virtual learning (vILT) training materials within vILT platforms, such as Adobe Connect and Microsoft Teams
  • Experience in quality deliverable production and action tracking 

 

CATHEXIS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability EEO IS THE LAW. The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by contacting info@cathexiscorp.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Recruiting Department RecruitingTeam@cathexiscorp.com

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