UCAR CPAESS is hiring! Our team is looking for a person to fill the CPAESS Educational Designer I position. This person will work to help design and develop workforce training for the US Geological Survey - Water Mission Area. Please spread the word!
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CPAESS Educational Designer I
Job Description Summary: UCAR is excited to announce the job opening for the CPAESS Educational Designer I role supporting the Water Mission Area (WMA) in the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) . This position is responsible for designing and developing inclusive learning materials for Water Resources Mission Area staff and conducting training. CPAESS serves the Earth System Science community in three distinct areas of service. We partner with federal agencies and businesses to hire critical scientific staff enabling a more robust workforce. Through our scientific programs we seek to edify new research with our postdoctoral programs, our visiting scientist and internship programs, along with our interagency support programs. We also help build the Earth system science community by convening and managing summer schools and institutes, conferences, and advisory committees. Position Details: Visa Sponsored Job: No Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Job Location: Boulder, Colorado Position Type & Term: Full time, Regular Compensation Range: $68,965 - $86,207 *Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role.* Application Notes Application Deadline: This position will be posted until filled with priority given to applications submitted by Friday, February 2, 2024. Applications submitted past this date may not be fully considered, depending on the quality and volume of applications received. Required application materials (preferably in PDF Format): Resume Questionnaire (to be completed within the application): Portfolio Link - Please provide a link to an online portfolio sharing a breadth of relevant instructional design and development work you have created. Your portfolio should include and demonstrate: Samples of different parts of the design and development process. Technical skills and experiences that meet the needs of this position (please refer to the Key Responsibilities and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities sections of the job posting). Role in Resource Development - Please write a brief statement sharing more information on the role you have played in developing the resources in your portfolio (i.e. you developed it on your own, provided educational design ideas to the larger development team, created lessons in specific software, etc.). Equity and Inclusion Strategies - Referencing specific projects or elements from your submitted portfolio, please share specific examples of strategies you’ve implemented to ensure the equity and inclusion of diverse needs of learners (including challenges you’ve encountered and how you have overcome them). Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engagement - Discuss your engagement with and the extent to which you have worked with, subject matter experts on a course or training that you did not teach or facilitate. Federal screenings and background checks are conducted for candidates selected for hire and must be cleared prior to the start date. Learn more. Work Location: This position is open to candidates seeking in-person, hybrid (combination of in-person and remote), and fully remote opportunities. Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories. What You Will Do Educational Content Design, Development, and Delivery Collaborate with USGS staff, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and vendors to design, develop, and archive accessible and inclusive training (technical and non-technical) for diverse audiences in the USGS Water Resources Mission Area workforce. Assess and revise existing instructional materials for the USGS Water Resources Mission Area through an iterative design process. Serve as a resource for SMEs and instructors on best practices for inclusive learning. Project Management and Leadership Work with the Design Team and assist with coordinating communication between project leaders and WD&T on project needs, status, and obstacles. Serve as a project leader for small projects under the guidance of the lead Educational Designer. This includes coordinating the work of other team members and setting project tasks and milestones. Participate in team discussions and contribute to decision-making, workflows, and processes. Provide input on reports and may give presentations as appropriate. Assist with the preparation of communication materials. Who We'd Love To Join Our Team Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria: Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant academic discipline (education, instructional design, learning experience design, educational psychology, graphic/multimedia design, or STEM field); 3 years of relevant experience; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired, but not required: Degree or significant coursework in a scientific discipline. Training experience in a federal environment. Experience working directly with subject matter experts in developing educational or training materials, courses, programs, e-learning, or other relevant learning products. Experience with e-learning authoring tools, media/graphic design, LMS/LCMS. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated ability in applying design models and theories for working professionals of diverse backgrounds including instructional design theories, multimedia theories of learning, and visual design principles, etc. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse workforce. Demonstrated ability to work directly with subject matter experts. Demonstrated skill in evaluating, remediating, and building instructional materials for digital accessibility and inclusivity. Skill in developing performance objectives and assessments to evaluate learning and performance outcomes. Ability to adjust communication style and/or format to connect with a particular audience and context. Knowledge of ethical and inclusive design practices based on diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in STEM. Demonstrated skill in developing storyboards and/or lesson plans based on a need analysis. Knowledge of visual aesthetics in creating and editing instructional media and assets. Strong prioritization and organizational skills, and flexibility to accommodate changing demands. Willingness and ability to travel - up to 2-3 domestic trips per year. Desired, but not required: Technical knowledge of water science (hydrology, groundwater, meteorology, ecohydrology, etc.). Experience in designing and developing instructional materials for STEM fields. Experience in designing 508 compliant instructional materials. Skill in applying qualitative and quantitative methods for assessment and improvement of program effectiveness. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, graphic and multimedia design software, and other technologies for creating and facilitating learning materials. Benefits Overview UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits. In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance, UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development. These include: Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities UCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one Starting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions) 10 paid holidays 10 days of sick leave each year 14 weeks of paid parental leave Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary EcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. To learn more about these efforts, visit the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan and our Diversity & Inclusion: A Welcoming Workplace site. Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience. Please note this is not necessary! If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest! Some Final Considerations At UCAR|NCAR|UCP, you will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals conducting critical research and community outreach to solve complex Earth system science problems including climate change, air pollution, extreme weather, floods, drought, wildfires, and space weather, all with the goal of improving human life and reducing economic loss. Each of us, from scientists to the professionals who support their work, serves the public and a collaborative community of scientists in our mission to understand the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun’s core. Flexible Work At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid, fully-remote and/or flexible work schedules. Equal Opportunity Employer UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at UCAR. Export Control All positions are required to comply with U.S. export compliance regulations work location requirements regarding access to facilities and research systems. Visa Wait Times Please consider the length of visa procurement when applying for this posting, understanding that you will not be able to begin employment until you are able to get a visa and enter the U.S. At NCAR - the National Center for Atmospheric Research - we study weather, water, climate, air quality, and space weather to help protect lives and livelihoods, grow the economy, and enhance our nation’s security and well-being. We collaborate with research partners to advance the science that makes predictions better and with end users to develop applications for forecasters, farmers, resource managers, retailers, the military, and many other stakeholders. UCAR - the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research - manages NCAR on behalf of the National Science Foundation. We are a nonprofit consortium of more than 115 colleges and universities with research and training programs in Earth system science. We bring together the academic community and provide the operational management that are both essential to NCAR's success. UCAR’s community programs, from educational resources to data delivery and other services, extend the reach and impact of NCAR’s world-class research to the community and society. We seek talented people with diverse backgrounds, training, and skills to join us in our mission of science in service to society. Want to learn more? Visit ucar.edu.
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