Junior Instructional Designer

About This Role

This role is for a Junior Instructional Designer to join an expanding team, focusing on developing learning materials for a government solutions company. The position involves supporting the design of content, incorporating new curriculum, and assisting senior staff in various instructional tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing instructional materials such as courses, curriculum, student guides, job aids, SOPs, and training manuals
• Support the design of content and layout to optimize learning, ensuring materials meet learner needs and align with program requirements
• Incorporate new curriculum content into training materials, including examples, clarifications, and real-world applications relevant to CMEI programs
• Help maintain classroom and virtual instructional techniques that promote professionalism, engagement, and effective learning
• Contribute to developing alternative teaching strategies and scenarios that maintain learner interest and motivation
• Assist senior staff in test analysis tasks, including developing or revising test items, scoring methods, and assessment tools
• Implement learning technologies such as visual tools, audio elements, interactive activities, and multimedia enhancements
• Work closely with senior instructional designers, graphic designers, and technical subject-matter experts to ensure accuracy and instructional integrity

Requirements

• Foundational understanding of instructional design principles and learning theory (coursework acceptable)
• Ability to create clear, organized learning materials with attention to detail and learner engagement
• Early-career experience with learning tools and technologies such as LMS platforms, multimedia tools, or e-learning authoring software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively under the direction of senior designers and project leads
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; willingness to learn DOE systems including STRIPES, FAST, PAGE, and PMC
• Demonstrates professionalism and alignment with STI Federal’s core values
• Education: BA/BS degree
• Up to 3 years of relevant instructional design or training development experience
• Performs instructional tasks under oversight
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a federal clearance up to Top Secret/DOE Q clearance levels

Nice to have:

• Experience or coursework related to energy systems, critical minerals, applied technologies, or federal program environments
• Familiarity with IIJA-funded programs, federal Technical Assistance structures, or multi-stakeholder training needs
• Experience assisting with curriculum development for technical, scientific, or regulatory topics