TRAINING SPECIALIST

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to design and integrate educational multimedia and interactive multimedia technology into comprehensive instructional programs, training materials, and evaluation tools for diverse learners.

Duties

• Develops instructional materials for instructor-led courses and projects, leveraging modern technologies to optimize learning outcomes and achieve educational objectives. Designs and develops Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI), Computer-Based Instruction (CBI), and Technology- Enhanced Learning (TEL) materials that leverage strategically selected technological applications to enhance learning outcomes and achieve educational objectives. Conducts thorough analysis of instructional materials to identify and prioritize the most relevant and critical content, ensuring alignment with educational outcomes and objectives. Conducts thorough reviews of instructional materials to ensure alignment with established learning objectives, utilizing a systematic approach to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of training products. Creates and integrates visual media solutions that effectively communicate complex educational and instructional concepts, leveraging expertise in multimedia design and development.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the SPECIALIZED experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Training Instruction Series 1712. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of intelligence-specific subject matter being taught and techniques of instruction, knowledge of interactive multimedia instruction (IMI) development strategies, hardware/software components, and SCORM standards, and the knowledge of computer graphic procedures, electronic imaging and multimedia production's quality management concepts. Knowledge of multimedia based instructional design, Internet, Intranet, and Web concepts and knowledge of instructional design and material development to include use of technology for design and delivery of training. Broad knowledge of subject matter technology and techniques and ability to comprehend, analyze and evaluate relevant facts and conditions to provide solutions to unusual problems. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of Instructional Design Principles and theories with the ability to apply instructional design principles and theories to develop effective training products. Knowledge of Educational Technology and Multimedia Development with the ability to design and develop interactive multimedia instruction, computer-based instruction, and technology-enhanced learning materials that leverage educational technology trends and tools. Skills to design and develop training products that meet accessibility standards and incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to support diverse learners. Skills in using various educational technologies, including multimedia design and development, computer-based instruction, and technology-enhanced learning. Ability to design and develop high-quality visual media solutions that effectively communicate complex educational and instructional concepts and enhance learning outcomes, while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ability to analyze instructional materials, identify areas for improvement, and develop targeted solutions to optimize training effectiveness. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

How to apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/17/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13061237 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.