Lead Senior Instructional System Designer (IV&V/Section 508)

Overview Lead Senior Instructional System Designer (IV&V/Section 508) Fort Belvoir, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level! Chronos Operations (CO) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation based in Anchorage, AK. Belonging to the Military, Intelligence, and Operations Support (MIOS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU), Chronos has a culture rooted in integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. Chronos is headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, and provides mission-critical services in Advanced Analytics & AI, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Intelligence. The Lead Sr Instructional System Designer (IV&V/Section 508) is responsible for managing the review processes to develop 508 compliant formal and informal training products and providing expertise in the lifecycle support of DAU’s learning assets and improvements related to learning asset IV&V, and deployment. Responsibilities Provide Section 508 accessibility subject matter experts (SME) to train DAU faculty and staff and development teams on the proper techniques for developing 508-compliant formal and informal training products generated by the various desktop programs available across DAU and when using DAU’s selected authoring tools. Training shall also address DAU’s specifications and management procedures. Provide 508 compliance reviews for existing and emerging Electronic Information Technology (EIT) within the DAU domain, as required. At its discretion, DAU may choose to require additional support for confirming Section 508 conformance of various products and websites created or sustained by DAU. Review all submitted learning assets, components, or items for quality, accessibility, and technical compliance as appropriate to the asset or item type. DAU adheres to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 accessibility criteria for satisfying the government’s legal requirements for conformance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act as referenced at Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 (w3.org). Provide technical support for assets, most frequently OLTs, MLAs, and VILT assets, and other assets such as games, simulations, videos, and other media as DAU’s catalog evolves. Technical support may include loading and testing assets in one or more systems within the DAU integrated learning system, particularly the LMS stage or other pre-production environments. Document reports of issues (as appropriate), recommend alternatives to correct the identified issues in the assets or systems they are to be delivered from, and (as necessary), collaborate with other personnel, both DAU and contractor, to resolve the issues and ensure the learning asset’s content, design, and technical and functional requirements are met. Document the conformance level identified in the review and implement the appropriate checklist. Conduct a limited IV&V review sufficient to establish technical conformance with the appropriate learning delivery platform and to establish Section 508 conformance. Provide training support to DAU’s personnel in the areas of achieving quality and compliance for learning assets on a monthly (PDC) and bi-weekly (Office Hours) basis to approximately 20 – 35 participants. Conduct learning asset IV&V activities on assigned learning assets in accordance with procedures and standards approved by DAU and perform validation checks of resubmitted items. Establish and maintain an IV&V process which shall include collecting, analyzing, and reporting all data gathered through IV&V activities, produce IV&V checklists/data gathering instruments and associated workflows, maintain configuration management of all IV&V documentation, and make updates to all such documentation a minimum of once a year, or otherwise as required depending on the nature of the changes and as directed by DAU. Review all submitted learning assets, components, or items for quality, accessibility, and technical compliance as appropriate to the asset or item type. Lead and support IV&V and Section 508 teams. Train junior staff. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications BS/MS in Instructional System Design or Curriculum Development 5+ years of experience with 508 compliance reviews for existing and emerging Electronic Information Technology (EIT). 4+ years of experience with conducting Learning Asset IV&V activities and must be familiar with IV&V processes. DHS Trusted Tester certification preferred, can be obtained within 120 days of start. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must pass background check with favorable NAC. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to meet minimum security clearance requirements. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills that include the ability to interact with a wide variety of key stakeholders to ensure timely responses for all communications and deliverables across all projects. Superb planning, coordination, and organizational skills. Results-driven with a positive attitude and a high degree of initiative and responsiveness. Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and attend to details while staying focused on key priorities and management. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Ability to travel up to 10%. How you’ll grow At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers. Benefits At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you. Chenega MIOS’s culture Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives. Corporate citizenship Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities. Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world. Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/ Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links: Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/ #Chronos Operations, LLC