What are the responsibilities and job description for the Course Developer position at Hyertek?
About Us: HyerTek is a Washington-based technology company, delivering innovative and customized solutions to federal government clients and commercial enterprises. Our expertise spans data analytics, cloud computing, collaboration, human-centered design, and training.
About Us (Really): Now that the official introduction is out of the way, let's get to the things you care about and want in an employer. We know the phrase "rapidly growing" is overused in the Small Business world, but with us, it's the truth. Founded in 2016, we've climbed our way from a one-man show to being a recognized, reputable name across multiple federal agencies.
What does that mean for you? You'll be joining a company that has the maturity to give you the resources for success, while being small enough that you are able to make significant contributions without having to climb corporate ladders. Furthermore, you'll be under the direction of a leadership team who actually practice what they preach and aren't afraid to get their hands dirty. In other words, no Mystery CEO who is out of touch with the company and its people. You'll have support from the top and extra hands when you need them.
Course Developer
The Course Developer is responsible for designing and developing competency-based courses across multiple delivery formats, including instructor-led training (ILT), computer-based training (CBT), and distance learning. This role supports curriculum development for eight functional areas: Staffing/Recruitment, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Equal Employment Opportunity, Performance Management, Compensation, Classification, and Workforce Development. The Course Developer will collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to create engaging and effective training materials that align with instructional design best practices.
General Responsibilities:
- Develop and design competency-based courses from concept to completion based on functional curriculum requirements.
- Create training materials for multiple delivery methods, including ILT, CBT, and distance learning.
- Collaborate with SMEs to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
- Incorporate instructional design best practices to enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention.
- Utilize multimedia tools such as HTML, Photoshop, Captivate, Audacity, Microsoft Office, and Adobe products to develop course content.
- Ensure course materials align with adult learning principles and instructional theory.
- Review and update training materials to reflect policy and process changes.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in course development.
- Experience with HTML, Photoshop, Captivate, Audacity, Microsoft Office, and Adobe products.
- Strong knowledge of instructional design principles and competency-based learning strategies.
- Ability to develop engaging and interactive learning experiences.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with SMEs and stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- US citizen with existing active Secret clearance or at minimum, eligible for Secret clearance
Total Rewards at HyerTek: We care about the wellbeing of our people, and we've curated a competitive benefits package including various medical, dental, and vision plan options based on you and your family's needs. We also offer a 401k plan with up to a 4% employer match. Optional offerings include short and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, and additional coverage options. Our workdays are generally very flexible to help employees take care of themselves. We also provide 3 weeks of paid time-off plans and 10 paid holidays, and an incentive program for achieving professional and technical certifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
HyerTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.