TrainingFolks is seeking an entry-level  instructional designer/Trainer to fulfill our client's learning initiatives. This is a Contract-to-Hire opportunity in the Dallas/Fort Worth area!

About TrainingFolks:

TrainingFolks is a global provider of custom learning solutions, consulting and contingent workforce services. Combining award winning adult learning experience, with a proven engagement methodology that includes a talented network of learning professionals, TrainingFolks collaborates with our clients to implement change. Founded in 1997, TrainingFolks’ mission is to build a higher performing workforce. We address our clients' issues of urgency, capacity and capability. 

The Instructional Designer/Trainer will be required to:

• Develop content and curriculum as assigned by the Director of Training for internal and external audiences

• Interact with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to identify, collect and develop content for training courses

• Develop learning objectives for each course and ensure content aligns with objectives

• Revise and rewrite content to shape it for the learning needs of each audience

• Assist in creating support tools to deliver and aid in learning, e.g., visual aids for face-to-face, various multimedia for e-learning and video on-demand training

• Develop comprehension assessments, to include test, surveys and evaluation of results

• Assist in developing evaluation of ROI for each training course

• Adapt instructional materials for multiple  formats

• Facilitate/lead training courses as needed

• Coordinate training department logistics as needed

• Assist with home office and road show training program for outside financial advisors

• Manage special projects as required

The ideal Instructional Designer/Trainer shall possess:

• 0-2 years instructional design experience
• 0-2 years training experience
• 0-2 years training content writing experience
• Excellent verbal and writing skills
• Ability to produce learning content and operating procedures quickly and according to sound adult learning principles
• Willingness to seek out and respond to feedback regarding work product or work style
• Strong attention to detail
• High level of organizational skills
• e-learning and video on demand development experience helpful
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Professional, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Knowledge of LMS software
• Platform speaking skills helpful, but not required
• Bachelor’s and or Master’s degree in instructional design.  Bachelor’s degree in training, business, finance or human resources will also be considered with 1-2 years practical experience in instructional design
• Ability to occasionally travel (5-10%)

Location:

• Addison, TX  
• On-site

Duration:

• Approximately 5-6 months to begin (Starting in June 2012)
• Full time hours
• Contract-to-hire

Overall compensation for this role is positioned as ‘competitive’ and will vary depending on your level of experience, and number of years you have applied your skills. 

If you are interested in this role please send to careers@trainingfolks.com:

•          Cover Letter
•          Resume in Word format  
•          3 References
•          Certifications
•          Rate/salary expectations

In the subject line of your submission please mention – “#590: Instructional Designer/Trainer – Addison, TX”.  

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring opportunities with TrainingFolks, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.