Instructional Designer

Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below: Conducting assessments to identify educational needs for business process eLearning courses. Planning, developing, producing, and implementing eLearning courses and performance support materials. Planning, developing, producing, and implementing evaluation methodologies to determine the effectiveness of eLearning programs. The Instructional Designer position is in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Department of Administrative Services, Financial Management Office (FMO), Financial Policy, Travel, and Training Staff. FMO is responsible for financial management for the federal Judiciary including accounting, budgeting, reporting, and investments.

• The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Financial Management Office (FMO), Financial Policy, Travel, and Training Staff (FPTTS) is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to join its team. This position reports to the FPTTS Chief. The primary function of FPTTS training is to provide a comprehensive program of high-quality, business process eLearning courses, and performance support resources to new and experienced court unit executives and financial management professionals in the judiciary. The Instructional Designer works with FMO leaders and staff, court leaders and staff, and training partners to accomplish the FMO's strategic goal. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Planning, developing, producing, and implementing eLearning courses and performance support materials based on educational needs assessment findings. Conducting assessments to identify program- and position-related educational needs and recommending revision of existing courses and development of new courses. Planning, developing, and implementing evaluation methodologies to determine the effectiveness of eLearning programs and performance support resources. Applying instructional design theory and science to create eLearning courses that meet the needs of the intended audience. Writing and creating content for storyboards, scripts, business communications, and learning activities that support business process requirements. Developing innovative and effective methods for eLearning programming, including recommending improvements to solve eLearning program problems.