Job Description
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: All official drafts, documents, and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized, and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.
Consult with BPA Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and access sensitive information such as Bulk Electric System (BES) Diagrams, equipment descriptions/pictures, specific technical systems operations, and locations to:
Develop courses using established ISD processes.
Create or convert existing technical and safety courses into Web -based Training (WBT) courses using Toolbook and Adobe Captivate, including creating content and questions.
Provide subject matter expertise for special projects, which could include assisting partner orgs with training related efforts.
Create WBT testing/quizzes so scores can be recorded and reported using Toolbook, Captivate or BPA's current WBT course development software. Encode HTML script to quiz pages to ensure compatibility with HRMIS.
Following a written script and using the sound recorder on a computer, create voiceovers for WBT courses.
Use a Digital Video Camera and tripod to record training delivery, task steps, how-to videos, etc.
Use Adobe Premier to convert and/or edit previous VHS tapes to digital format for DVD burning or WBT integration purposes.
Use a tape recorder to interview and transcribe Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge to be used in course development.
Update/upgrade WBT courses in a timely manner when notified by content owner of needed changes or when new WBT software drives the need for updates; interface with IT as needed.
Troubleshoot online courses; correct issues as needed.
Write/develop/maintain HTML/SharePoint web pages for the Technical Training website.
Create forms in SharePoint using Nintex.
Maintain existing SharePoint MS InfoPath forms.
Create and maintain Technical Training Center web sites and web page, including the creation of workflows and forms.
Using SnagIt, take 'snap shots' of subject matter; generate catalogs of pictures, quotes, drawings, etc., to be used in course creation in Toolbook, Storyline 360, Captivate, Photoshop, and Adobe Flash.
Create animated pages within the online courses using Adobe Flash.
Pull pictures, graphics, blueprints and photos from multiple sources and touch up, crop, pull apart, and/or otherwise edit graphics using Adobe Photoshop.
Utilize Visio to create drawings for embedding into WBT.
Keep abreast of new methods, approaches and presentation design best practices used for Adult Education, which may be incorporated into the organization's training program.
Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)
Bachelor's degree in educational design, education training & development, or a related field is desirable.
1 year of experience as an Instructional System Development (ISD) Designer, Training Specialist, or Course Developer required.
Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft software such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Advanced proficiency with MS Word.
Proficiency with SharePoint sufficient to create and maintain content, sites, pages, links, and InfoPaths, and to assist with maintenance (working with IT).
Proficiency with Adobe software development products: Flash, Audition, Premiere Pro, Bridge, Standard, In Design, Photoshop, Illustrator.
Experience with and working knowledge of the following programs: Toolbook, Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, Basic HTML script, SnagIt, Visio Pro, MS InfoPath, Nintex.
Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Exceptional grammar and proofreading skills.
Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)
Valid U.S. Driver's License is required. First Tek, Inc.
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