Contingent Instructional System Specialist

Instructional System Specialist Digital Learning & Course Development Location: Remote Direct Hire Clearance Requitement: ActivePublic Trust Anticipated Contract Opportunity This position is tied to an anticipated federal contract award. Candidates selected will be subject to contract finalization. Vega Federal Solutions is actively pursuing this work and intends to hire upon award. Position Overview Vega Federal Solutions is seeking an experienced Instructional System Specialist to design and develop engaging, accessible, web-based self-help training courses for Veterans, caregivers, and healthcare stakeholders. This role will lead instructional design efforts and ensure all course content meets accessibility, usability, and technical requirements. This is a direct hire position contingent upon contract award. Key Responsibilities -Lead instructional design activities using the ADDIE framework -Conduct analysis to identify learning needs, knowledge gaps, and target outcomes -Develop design concept documents outlining course structure, objectives, and strategy -Create detailed course storyboards including scripts, visuals, and interactions -Design both full-length courses and microlearning modules addressing specific learning objectives -Design engaging, interactive learning experiences that support user engagement and retention -Collaborate with developers to produce HTML5-based responsive training modules -Ensure all course materials and source files are developed using formats that allow full transfer and long-term client access -Ensure all training materials meet accessibility and usability standards (Section 508 compliant) -Develop content that is clear, concise, and accessible to audiences with varying levels of familiarity -Support development of multimedia assets including video, graphics, and animations -Participate in testing, evaluation, and iterative improvement of course materials -Incorporate user feedback and analytics to enhance learning outcomes Required Qualifications -Bachelor's degree required -Minimum 10 years of experience in instructional design or a related field -Experience designing interactive, web-based learning solutions -Strong familiarity with responsive design and modern eLearning tools Preferred Qualifications -Instructional design certification (e.g., CPTD or equivalent) -Experience supporting healthcare, behavioral health, or government programs -Familiarity with UX/UI principles and user engagement strategies -Experience conducting accessibility testing or working with accessibility compliance standards -Experience using analytics to improve course effectiveness Key Competencies -Instructional design expertise and creativity -Understanding of user experience and learner engagement -Strong writing and content development skills -Knowledge of accessibility and compliance standards (Section 508) -Collaboration across technical and non-technical teams