eLearning Trainer and Developer

Overview

Texas GovLink, Inc. is an Austin-based firm which has been a leading provider of technical and business professionals to clients in Texas. We are currently seeking an experienced eLearning Trainer and Developer to be a key resource on a technical services team.

Texas GovLink offers its family of consultants excellent rates, a local support staff, and an attractive benefits package which includes medical insurance (TGL shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan and a cafeteria plan.Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State Law.  Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background checkTexas GovLink is an equal opportunities employer.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Designs and performs needs assessments to analyze and identify short-term and long-term training needs.
• Analyzes the results of needs assessments, meetings, research, and other forms of communications in order to develop strategies for the development of training.
• Surveys various training techniques, materials, and commercial offerings to select the most appropriate process for the delivery of training when necessary.
• Researches commercial training offerings and determines feasibility of use.
• Develops storyboards and other written training materials, visual aids, and reference materials, including course curriculums.
• Delivers targeted, audience-appropriate instructor-led training materials as well as developing complex interactive eLearning training modules.
• Develops and edits existing images and documents to create visual aids and other course materials.
• Develops implementation plans, assessments, and course descriptions for the delivery of training, and maintains and shares all training development records with the City of Austin appropriately.
• Performs preproduction, production, and postproduction work on computer- and video-training materials that use computer and audio-visual technologies for on-demand use.
• Analyzes laws, codes, policies, system manuals, and existing course materials and consults with subject matter experts to design and develop curriculum related to trainees' needs.
• Coordinates the activities of training development personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring their completion.
• Designs on-demand courses with the ease of future maintenance in mind such as using consistent labeling practices across all files.
• Participates as a team member with City of Austin employees.
• Provides leadership for groups including other professionals and support staff in the area of training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess the required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of instructional systems design methods.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to facilitate and deliver training.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to lead and train others.
• Knowledge of training and adult learning principles.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and vendors.

Qualifications

Minimum (Required):

Years

Skills/Experience

3

Experience creating eLearning modules using Articulate Rise and Articulate Storyline software application

3

Experience creating eLearning modules related to finance topics.

Preferred (Optional):

Years

Skills/Experience

Experience developing curriculum and delivering training modules and workshops.

Experience creating eLearning modules related to software guides which include software simulations.

Experience with CGI’s Advantage Financial software.