Training Specialist - BLH Technologies, Inc.
Rockville, MD
About the Job
BLH Technologies, Inc., an award-winning company specializing in public health, communications, technology, and safety monitoring solutions for Federal and commercial clients, is seeking a Training Specialist to support National Institutes of Health (NIH) programs, including those within the National Library of Medicine (NLM).
The Training Specialist will support the development and execution of synchronous and asynchronous virtual trainings related to PubMed, MedlinePlus, ClinicalTrials.gov, and other NLM health information products and services. The ideal candidate is collaborative, able to learn new processes and technologies quickly, and has strong communication skills.
Duties
· Support the creation and delivery of interactive online synchronous and asynchronous classes tutorials, videos, and other learning resources and services for librarians, information specialists, and other NLM audiences.
· Collaborate with product owners, subject matter experts and training team(s) to craft learning objectives and content for learning resources.
· Support the development and implementation of training needs assessments and evaluation plans and systems. Provide recommendations for improving the usability of content based on learner feedback.
· Maintain currency and quality of learning resources.
· Maintain awareness of current adult education, instructional design, educational technology, and accessibility trends and developments.
· Prepare reports and correspondence, complete special projects, and maintain records and files.
· Ensure quality control and protection of Federal data and training products.
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree
· A Master's degree from an American Library Association accredited institution preferred.
· At least 3 years of experience in instructional design, development, and learning project management.
· Experience or knowledge of NLM products and services is desirable.
· Government contract experience preferred.
Knowledge and Special Skills
· Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and interpersonal); demonstrated ability to translate complex topics to plain, simple language.
· Must be extremely detail oriented.
· Knowledge and experience in online education.
· Familiarity with current educational theories, models and techniques, particularly related to adult education a plus.