Instructional Design & Developer - Learning & Organizational DevelopmentNational Renewable Energy Laboratory • Golden, Colorado, United States
Instructional Design & Developer - Learning & Organizational Development
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- Golden, Colorado, United States
- Golden, Colorado, United States
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Location: Golden, CO. Position Type: Regular. Hours: 40 per week. Job Description
NLR's Learning & Organizational Development (L&OD) team is seeking an Instructional Design & Developer to design, develop, and continuously improve engaging learning experiences. This role combines learning consulting, creative instructional design, and content development utilizing modern development tools with a growing use of AI‑enhanced workflows. The role is led by the Manager of L&OD, will involve close collaboration with members across the L&OD team, key stakeholders and leaders, and external development partners to deliver high‑quality engaging, effective, and scalable learning experiences. The position will serve as the primary design and development partner for leadership and professional development programs, manager enablement resources, and other L&OD initiatives. This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of two days per week onsite at the Golden, CO campus. Key Responsibilities
Design and develop engaging, learner‑centered experiences across multiple modalities including e‑learning, virtual and live instructor‑led, blended, and on‑demand formats. Serve as the primary development partner for leadership and professional development programs, working closely with the Leadership Development Strategist & Facilitator to translate strategy into polished learning experiences. Build and maintain e‑learning modules, animations, and video‑based content using Articulate (Storyline/Rise) and Vyond. Incorporate AI tools and emerging technologies into the design and development workflow to increase quality, efficiency, and scalability. Apply adult learning principles, sound instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, backward design), and evidence‑based practices. Develop supporting materials including facilitator guides, participant workbooks, job aids, toolkits, and manager resources. Partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders across the lab to conduct needs analysis, define learning objectives, and design appropriate end‑to‑end learning experiences that meet lab objectives. Partner with external vendors and content providers to evaluate, customize, and integrate third‑party resources into NLR's learning experiences. Co‑create with the L&OD team to ensure design decisions align with the broader L&OD strategy, Leadership Competencies, and organizational priorities. Stay current with trends in instructional design, learning technology, and AI applications in L&D — proposing and piloting enhancements that improve effectiveness and scale. In partnership with our Institutional Training Team, establish and maintain design and accessibility standards, quality review processes, and the ability to incorporate feedback and data to ensure consistency, continuous improvement, and excellence across all L&OD deliverables. Build and maintain shared templates, asset libraries, and design standards that enable the L&OD team to work more efficiently and consistently. Iterate based on learner feedback, data, and evaluation results to continuously improve programs and resources. Build strong working relationships across the L&OD team and with key stakeholders. Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of related experience, or Master's Degree with 3+ years, PhD, or JD (or equivalent). Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date. Additional Required Qualifications
Proficiency in Articulate Storyline and/or Rise. Proficiency in Vyond or comparable animation/video development tool. Experience applying adult learning principles, instructional design models, and accessibility standards in learning and visual design. Demonstrated ability to translate complex content into clear, engaging learning experiences. Experience designing for blended and cohort‑based leadership development programs, manager enablement resources, toolkits, or job aids. Experience and ability to step in and facilitate as needed. Comfort incorporating AI tools into design and development workflows. Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills. LMS experience. Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of graphic design principles; experience with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva. Change management awareness or experience. Benefits Summary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. Pension benefits. 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match. Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Personal time off (PTO) and sick leave. Paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement. Performance‑based awards (may include monetary component). Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available.
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