Instructional Designer at Cisco in Alpharetta, GA

The Senior Instructional Designer will help lead the design and development of learning solutions. The Senior Instructional Designer is responsible for assessing training needs, making recommendations and developing learning solutions for complex systems and diverse audiences. This role will work our EPSS and with key stakeholders to design and develop learning solutions for multiple delivery methods including instructor-led, virtual classroom with remote lab, e-learning and blended solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the end-to-end instructional design process (using the ADDIE model or other models) to create learning solutions
• Ensures learning solutions include a measurement strategy and ties to business metrics
• Maintains project documents in support of design and development efforts
• Conducts meetings with stakeholders, SMEs and other resources (as needed)
• Manages all aspects of the learning solution from inception to release
• Manages stakeholder relationships throughout the lifecycle of the learning solution
• Attends product/project meetings as needed
• Prepares reports throughout the learning solutions lifecycle
• Conducts train-the-trainer sessions (where appropriate)
• Facilitates training sessions (when needed)

Qualification/Requirements:

• 5 to 7 years’ experience as an Instructional Designer in a highly technical environment
• Experience with E-learning tools such as Captivate, Articulate, and Lectora (or similar products)
• Experience with Electronic Performance Support Systems (ESPP)
• Experience creating learning solution for channel and business partners
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Strong project and program management skills
• Strong oral, written, interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Must be self-starter who requires minimal supervision
• Ability to quickly understand and assimilate highly technical content is a must!