Instructional Designer

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The Instructional Designer designs and develops learning content and business process documentation that support Premera’s purpose, values and business initiatives. The incumbent will collaborate with subject matter experts to develop instructional content including participant workbooks, facilitator guides, PowerPoint decks, classroom activities, job aids, evaluation tools and business process documentation using adult learning theory for instructor-led and e-learning training.

What you will do

Design and develop instructor-led & computer-based training material using adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies to support blended delivery of training and documentation.

Design, develop or select course content, such as participant workbooks, facilitator guides, PowerPoint decks, classroom activities, job aids, eLearning scripts, business process documentation, and evaluation tools for instructor-led courses.

Support multiple projects by meeting project timelines and deliverables; supporting project plan development and providing project progress updates.

Participate in instructional analysis: determine knowledge, skills, attitudes, competencies required and gaps in learning and business process documentation; assess effectiveness and efficiency of materials including ease of instructional use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.

Collaborate with team to write performance/behavioral objectives, determine appropriate learning solutions based upon established learning objectives; analyze relevant learning situations to determine appropriate training solutions applying appropriate learning theories and design principles; develop criterion-based assessments and performance measures.

Consult and collaborate with internal business partners to develop appropriate training or business process documentation.

Interview subject matter experts or conduct other research to develop instructional content.

What you will bring

Bachelor’s Degree in curriculum development, education, organizational development, instructional design, or technical writing or four years of work experience. (Required)

Two (2) years’ experience writing business process, designing instructor-led and web-based curriculum including scripts and facilitator guides, conducting business needs analyses and familiarity with Camtasia and Articulate Storyline software. (Required)

Industry certifications in instructional design, curriculum development, technical writing, or content-specific certifications, as appropriate. (Preferred)

Experience with learning management system (LMS) architecture and deployment in a corporate learning environment. (Preferred)

What you will gain

Experience designing engaging instructor-led and e-learning content.

Stronger skills in adult learning and instructional design.

Collaboration with subject matter experts and business partners.

Exposure to diverse learning tools, projects, and documentation.

Opportunities to measure and improve training effectiveness.

Physical Requirements

The following have been identified as essential physical requirements of this job and must be performed with or without an accommodation: This is primarily a sedentary role which requires the ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

This role requires the ability to keyboard and to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone.

Premera total rewards

Our comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Our total rewards are more than a collection of perks, they're a reflection of our commitment to your health and well-being. We offer a broad array of rewards including physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, including:

Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.

Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.

Life and disability insurance.

Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.

Wellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs, just to name a few.

Generous paid time off to reenergize.

Looking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.

For our hybrid employees, our on-campus model provides flexibility to create your own routine with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement.

Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.

Free convenient on-site parking.

Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.

Participate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.

Our complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.

Need a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin .