Job Title: Instructional Systems Specialist

Summary
The FAA Human Resource Management Office of Career and Leadership Development (AHD) provides career and leadership development courses and programs to employees and managers across the FAA. This is not a remote position but is eligible for telework. You will have to report to the duty location in Washington, D.C.

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Overview Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
11/13/2023 to 11/27/2023

This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

Salary
$57,691 - $102,223 per year The salary listed above includes a 32.49% locality payment for the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Pay scale & grade
FV F - G
Location 1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

Telework eligible
Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.

Relocation expenses reimbursed
No

Appointment type
Permanent -

Work schedule
Full-time -

Service
Excepted

Promotion potential
NA

Job family (Series)
1750 Instructional Systems

Supervisory status
No

Security clearance
Other

Drug test
No

Announcement number
AWA-AHD-24-7034GW-87414

Control number
760196900

This job is open to

The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Individuals with disabilities

Veterans

Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

Clarification from the agency
- Also open to applicants eligible under 30% or more disabled Veterans hiring authority.

This job is also open in another announcement to:

Federal employees - Competitive service

Federal employees - Excepted service

Veterans

This job is also open in another announcement to:

Federal employees - Competitive service

Federal employees - Excepted service

Veterans

Duties The Instructional Design Specialist will support the analysis, planning, design, development, validation, and evaluation of non-technical learning and development programs and courses. Duties include, but are not limited to:
Applies Instructional System Design (ISD) process knowledge to support the design and development of new or revised programs, courses, and other learning solutions to develop participants' leadership capabilities and career potential. Learners range from non-managers to executives, enterprise-wide. Methods include instructor-led (synchronous) classroom, virtual, online, webinar, and blended delivery. Assisting with research, planning, writing, needs assessment, design, development, analysis, evaluation, revision, redesign, and project management related to all aspects of non-technical training. Applies adult learning principles and Instructional System Design (ISD) models (e.g., ADDIE) to ensure sound, logical content sequencing. Assists in ensuring instructional strategies and objectives are based on desired learning outcomes. Recommends the best learning strategy for the content being developed and uses the most effective instructional technologies and methods. Provides writing support for various training materials (e.g., content outlines, design guides, modules, instructor guides, participant guides, lesson scripts, slides, examples, exercises, assessments, simulations, style guides). Reviews existing training materials for quality, currency, level of interaction, and consistency and assists a collaborative instructional design team in evaluating, revising, and enhancing the design and materials as needed. Supports and observes pilot or initial deliveries of new, redesigned, or converted courses, programs, and curricula to judge the impact of the design and materials and to catch and correct any issues. Supports the periodic review and evaluation of materials for revision, redesign, or retirement. Reviews and understands training and development policies and procedures and assists in ensuring training content is in accordance with policies and standards. Provides Instructional System Design (ISD) project management assistance. Schedules, plans, and supports virtual and in-person meetings. Writes project plans and procedures. Assists in developing clear and timely information, messages, and reports to keep course managers, management, and senior leadership apprised of progress, issues, and results. Keeps abreast of theory, principles, and leading and emerging practices in instructional design and training evaluation and applies this knowledge to work products. Recommends new and innovative approaches where applicable and needed. Helps to test and implement agreed-upon emerging technologies in courses and learning experiences.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment
US Citizenship is required. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript(s) required.

Qualifications

Applicants at the FV-F level can qualify on the basis of possessing the degree requirements specified below under the Education section.
FV-G: In addition to meeting the educational requirements specified below in the Education section:
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-F, FG/GS-5-9 level. 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.
OR
Education substitution :
3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
Specialized experience is defined as:
Experience preparing/developing and/or modifying training materials and products; AND
Experience conceiving, developing, and delivering information in various formats and media (e.g., charts, pictures, job aids, reports, briefings, slide decks, presentations, and articles). AND
Experience performing content analysis in support of course design.
You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.
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.
*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.
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. The coursework must have included study in AT LEAST FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING FIVE AREAS (Applicants MUST submit course descriptions from the appropriate college/university):
1) Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology: Study of learning theories as they relate to the systematic design, development, and validation of instructional material.
2) Instructional design practices: Study of the principles and techniques used in designing training programs, developing design strategies and models, and applying design methods to the improvement of instructional effectiveness.
3) 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.
4) 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.
5) Computers in education and training: Study of the application of computers in education and training, including selecting appropriate computer software.

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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/working_here/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 at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits.
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.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA section, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a human resource specialist as appropriate.
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: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
This Level 1 (Low Risk) position requires favorable adjudication of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) background investigation prior to appointment.
This announcement is also being advertised under VA #AWA-AHD-24-7034GW-87388. Please review both vacancy announcements before making an application to determine your eligibility to apply.
This announcement is limited to the receipt of applications. Once at least 100 applications are received, it will close at 11:59p EST on that date, or on the initial closing date, whichever occurs first.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Only supplemental documentation (e.g. transcript, certifications, SF-50, and/or veterans' documentation) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application or faxed to 202-267-7032. These documents must be uploaded on faxed or before the closing date of the announcement. All submitted documents must reference the announcement number.
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Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date will result in a finding of ineligible. We are not responsible for incomplete, illegible or missing documents.
Please DO NOT email your application documents. We cannot accept documents received via the email system. Documents sent via email will NOT receive consideration.

This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 1750 series.

College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the 1750 series with the FAA.

College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying a 1750 series.

If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.

All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.

Forms: SF-15 : Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.