The expected hiring range for this position is:

$75,800.00-$107,667.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance, referral bonus program and sponsorship assistance.

About the Role:

Under limited direction of the Senior Talent Acquisition and Development Manager, the Instructional Design and LMS Specialist is responsible for assisting with designing web-based courses to support employee training and development and managing the organization’s and managing the organization’s learning management system (LMS). This role will interface with the Senior Instructional Design and LMS Specialist, learners, and the Enterprise Applications team to resolve learner issues, provide training on systems capabilities and complete testing for periodic system upgrades.

What your day-to-day as an Instructional Design and LMS Specialist at Fermilab will look like:

• Works closely with SMEs to develop curriculum using Fermilab’s Instructional Design Manual and Branding documents for web-based development in Articulate Storyline.
• Designs and develops training materials, including web-based training, job aids, and other training resources for the Laboratory.
• Designs ADA-compliant, engaging, and effective learning experiences using Articulate Storyline and other tools provided by the Laboratory, while delivering high-quality support for requests managed within the learning management system.
• Develops assessment methods, such as knowledge checks, to evaluate the effectiveness of web-based course designs and implement necessary improvements.
• Collaborates with SME’s and other sources and incorporate expertise to develop interactive course content, learning objectives, and knowledge checks.
• Serves as an LMS administrator, demonstrating knowledge of the LMS’s features and functions, and troubleshooting user interface issues, navigation challenges, new implementations, configurations, and other obstacles related to the system, and aide in testing for periodic system upgrades.
• Acts as an LMS resource to the Talent Development team including resolving issues, providing support and training to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists with the management and track keeping of the laboratory’s portfolio of learning assets within the LMS e.g., courses and their content, course completions, categories, course contacts, etc. to mitigate course redundancies, and ensure accurate course categories and descriptions.
• Monitors, evaluates, and documents the Lab’s training and development efforts to meet DOE performance measures and comply with Laboratory policies, DOE Orders and State and Federal laws.
• Provides excellent customer service and work effectively as a team member with all Laboratory staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or related field. Tech savvy with 7+ years’ experience in designing and delivering web-based, and virtual instructor-led training (VILT) content and full range of development services.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of Adult Learning principles, theories, and development methods such as: ADDIE, SAM, agile with the ability to pally them within web-based training modules.
• Expert in leading content development, tools, and methodologies, including Articulate Storyline, Adobe Suite, Canva, Microsoft Office, and other cloud-based software.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance including accessibility and skills to demonstrate audio and video.
• Complete understanding of the training and development process including the principles, practices and standards for effective learning and development.
• Proficient in learning management system processes and functionality.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple ongoing projects effectively.
• Strong writing and editing skills; excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and creative/resourceful problem-solving skills. Ability to conduct front-end needs analysis and back-end learning evaluation and measurement.

Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

• Hybrid: is a work arrangement in which an employee as part of an ongoing regular schedule, works at an alternative worksite in the United States (e.g., an employee’s residence) on some days and at the primary worksite on other days. Requires an approved hybrid work request for one or more days a week worked remotely within the United States on a routine basis.

Benefits/Perks:

• Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Short and Long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:

Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace by recruiting and developing its workforce without discrimination. Fermilab encourages and considers all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus

Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next:

We’ll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.

About Organization

Fermilab is America's premier particle physics and accelerator laboratory. Collaborating with scientists from around the world, we perform pioneering research, operate world-leading particle accelerators and experiments, and develop technologies for science in support of U.S. industry.

Fermilab works on the world's most advanced particle accelerators and digs down to the smallest building blocks of matter. We also probe the farthest reaches of the universe, seeking out the nature of dark matter and dark energy.

Fermilab's 1,750 employees include scientists and engineers from all around the world, and we collaborate with more than 20 countries on physics experiments based in the U.S. and elsewhere.

Located in Batavia, Illinois, Fermilab is managed by Fermi Forward Discovery Group for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science.