What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Systems Specialist position at USAJOBS?
Duties
The Instructional Systems Specialist is a recognized expert in instructional system design who applies knowledge of learning theory and the principles, methods, practices and techniques of instructional design to lead highly complex and challenging activities involving the development of instructional design standards and structure across the Air Traffic Organization's technical training curriculum. The work is performed under the minimal direction of the Team Manager and has a direct impact on the objectives of the Technical Operations Service Unit to its ability to maintain and install National Airspace System (NAS) systems and equipment.
As a principal specialist applies skill conducting technical training courses for a complex technical workforce to develop new and innovative approaches, methodologies to define, direct, and consult on challenging projects, programs and activities related to technical training programs at Air Traffic Control facilities. Performs analyzes of technical occupations or job tasks to develop instructional methods, techniques and competencies for the Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) and Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) workforce. Develops new and innovative approaches to support and improve the instructional effectiveness of training materials, including identifying learning objectives, and aligning objectives with training content and assessments. Identifies and resolves challenging problems or issues that often cross- organizational boundaries between ATO Service Units and that impact on the accomplishment of strategic objectives.
The Specialist applies new instructional System Design Methods and technologies such as experiential learning (gaming/simulation); blended learning (e.g. Blackboard) to develop and/or maintain training material and curricula and to analyze and study technical training programs. Makes recommendations for the best modality for the training content. Uses learning content management system software technology to revise existing instructional courses, and to develop new training activities. Incorporates existing and new emerging learning technologies to delivery training strategies ensuring that all training programs leverage appropriate adult learning principles. Provides guidance to less-experienced professionals to support and improve the instructional effectiveness of training materials, including identifying learning objectives, aligning objectives with training content and assessments.
Researches and analyzes new technologies to evaluate the impact on the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) short and long term training development. Applies experience analyzing and validating instructional content for technical occupations to prepare reports and recommendations on the use of new and/or improved content delivery methodologies.
The Specialist uses experience applying project management principles to lead large project teams, and to monitor and oversee the work of instructional designers tasked with developing ATC/ATSS training materials. Performs project management duties to include scheduling and facilitating project meetings, maintaining project timelines and managing training development teams that include subject matter experts, content developers and other necessary project team personnel. Plans and executes project assignments with multiple deadlines, and coordination of various milestones with management and staff.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I or FG/GS-13. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
Specialized Experience Is Defined As
Experience analyzing and validating instructional content for technical occupations to prepare reports and recommendations on the use of new or improved content delivery methodologies
Experience in applying project management principles to lead and monitor the work of instructional designers tasked with developing training materials.
Experience applying new Instructional System Design Methods and technologies such as experiential learning; blended learning to develop or maintain training material and curricula.
Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (I) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. *
Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.
**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. **
Education
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/accreditation .
Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. The course work must have included study in at least four of the following five areas:
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional Information
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA
This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PAACE: ATC Training & Development.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA
The Instructional Systems Specialist is a recognized expert in instructional system design who applies knowledge of learning theory and the principles, methods, practices and techniques of instructional design to lead highly complex and challenging activities involving the development of instructional design standards and structure across the Air Traffic Organization's technical training curriculum. The work is performed under the minimal direction of the Team Manager and has a direct impact on the objectives of the Technical Operations Service Unit to its ability to maintain and install National Airspace System (NAS) systems and equipment.
As a principal specialist applies skill conducting technical training courses for a complex technical workforce to develop new and innovative approaches, methodologies to define, direct, and consult on challenging projects, programs and activities related to technical training programs at Air Traffic Control facilities. Performs analyzes of technical occupations or job tasks to develop instructional methods, techniques and competencies for the Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) and Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) workforce. Develops new and innovative approaches to support and improve the instructional effectiveness of training materials, including identifying learning objectives, and aligning objectives with training content and assessments. Identifies and resolves challenging problems or issues that often cross- organizational boundaries between ATO Service Units and that impact on the accomplishment of strategic objectives.
The Specialist applies new instructional System Design Methods and technologies such as experiential learning (gaming/simulation); blended learning (e.g. Blackboard) to develop and/or maintain training material and curricula and to analyze and study technical training programs. Makes recommendations for the best modality for the training content. Uses learning content management system software technology to revise existing instructional courses, and to develop new training activities. Incorporates existing and new emerging learning technologies to delivery training strategies ensuring that all training programs leverage appropriate adult learning principles. Provides guidance to less-experienced professionals to support and improve the instructional effectiveness of training materials, including identifying learning objectives, aligning objectives with training content and assessments.
Researches and analyzes new technologies to evaluate the impact on the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) short and long term training development. Applies experience analyzing and validating instructional content for technical occupations to prepare reports and recommendations on the use of new and/or improved content delivery methodologies.
The Specialist uses experience applying project management principles to lead large project teams, and to monitor and oversee the work of instructional designers tasked with developing ATC/ATSS training materials. Performs project management duties to include scheduling and facilitating project meetings, maintaining project timelines and managing training development teams that include subject matter experts, content developers and other necessary project team personnel. Plans and executes project assignments with multiple deadlines, and coordination of various milestones with management and staff.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship is required.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
- This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript(s) required.
To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I or FG/GS-13. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
Specialized Experience Is Defined As
Experience analyzing and validating instructional content for technical occupations to prepare reports and recommendations on the use of new or improved content delivery methodologies
Experience in applying project management principles to lead and monitor the work of instructional designers tasked with developing training materials.
Experience applying new Instructional System Design Methods and technologies such as experiential learning; blended learning to develop or maintain training material and curricula.
Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (I) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. *
Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.
**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. **
Education
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/accreditation .
Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. The course work must have included study in at least four of the following five areas:
- Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology : Study of learning theories as they relate to the systematic design, development, and validation of instructional material.
- Instructional design practices: Study of the principles and techniques used in designing training programs, developing design strategy and models, and applying design methods to the improvement of instructional effectiveness.
- Educational evaluation: Study of the techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of instructional/educational programs, including developing written and performance tests and survey instruments, and determining reliability and validity of evaluation instruments.
- Instructional product development: Study of the techniques appropriate for developing training materials, including identifying learner characteristics, specifying objectives, applying training strategy, validating training materials, and evaluating training.
- Computers in education and training: Study of the application of computers in education and training, including selecting appropriate computer software.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional Information
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
- This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://iobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm.
- As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
- Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
- This is a Level 5 (Moderate Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA
This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PAACE: ATC Training & Development.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA
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