Curriculum Development Specialist

Job Description

Marketing Statement:

Make a Lasting Impact Through Learning and Development

At the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), we believe one of the most rewarding experiences is helping others grow¿empowering them to achieve their career goals through learning. If you¿re passionate about making a difference and being a catalyst for professional development, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking two (2) highly motivated and innovative Curriculum Development Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and revise technical curriculum content and training materials for Instructor Led or Computer Based trainings, using industry best practices to bridge performance gaps and enhance learning outcomes. You¿ll collaborate with subject matter experts to create engaging, up-to-date training programs that support the safe and reliable operation of our transit services across the Washington Metropolitan Area.

What We¿re Looking For:

• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for adult learning and instructional design
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience using technology to create interactive, learner-centered content (experience using Captivate a plus)
• Commitment to continuous improvement
  
  

You¿ll play a key role in enhancing classroom engagement and supporting the development of a skilled, confident workforce¿ultimately contributing to the safety and reliability of our transit system. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact through learning, apply today and help us shape the future of transit in the Washington Metropolitan Area.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Curriculum Development, Human Resource Development or related field.
  
  

Experience

• Five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the design, development and/or conduct of technical training programs.
  
  

Certification/Licensure

• N/A
  
  

Preferred

• Master's Degree preferred
  
  

Medical Group:

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Summary

The Curriculum Development Specialist designs and develops curriculum content, training materials, training modules, and teaching aids for instructor-led and e-learning delivery methods. This role creates materials through standardized methodologies, assessing gaps in performance, and implementation of best practices. This role is responsible for developing curriculum that will be used by training instructors and/or facilitators to train employees for their assigned department/office area. Works under the direction of the Manager, Curriculum Development and completes assignments independently in accordance with accepted principles and methods of the field. Work is reviewed by the Manager, Curriculum Development through quality control processes and observation of the extent to which performance objectives are achieved.

Essential Functions

• Manages multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously by prioritizing project deadlines. Tracks curriculum development life cycles, ensures that any problems are addressed, escalated when needed, and resolved quickly.
• Uses industry standards and best practices in e-learning and instructional design to create effective and engaging training materials. Ensures that learners gain the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Performs training needs assessments and analyzes results. Conducts thorough assessments and stakeholder consultations, and defines clear, measurable learning objectives to ensure the training aligns with organizational goals and learner.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and reviews proposed project efforts to determine scope, key milestones, and timeframe.
• Creates instructor-led courses and instructional materials based on the results of the training needs assessment using Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Creates e-learning materials based on the results of the training needs assessment using Adobe Creative Cloud and Captivate.
• Writes or edits training materials ensuring usage of proper grammar, production ready quality control, and basic graphic design skills.
• Identifies appropriate evaluation and assessment tools based on the results of the training needs assessment. Uses software tools such as Questionmark, Adobe Captivate, or Kahoot.
• Communicates with instructors and support resources, including publishers and development vendors, to ensure successful implementation of curriculum projects.
• Designs and holds train-the-trainer sessions with instructors.
• Manages, creates, and maintains setup documentation for compliance and certification and or license requirements.
• Manages data and metadata in the Authority's Learning Management System for the courses designed.
• Partners with stakeholders to evaluate and update existing courses. This includes:
• Managing and conducting quality assurance reviews of all online programs with director/manger/supervisor/project managers.
• Establishes a process to review and include feedback from end of course surveys, and student evaluations into the quality assurance and course maintenance processes.
• Establishes a systematic approach to obtain and review assignments and assessments across cohorts.
• Maintains accurate tracking of all curriculum changes and version controls.
• Works with Human Capital and Digital Modernization to develop and manage course material.
• Works collaboratively across functional areas to manage and coordinate and perform related duties as required.
  
  

Other Functions

Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture principles.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report
  
  

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.