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U.S. Army

US Army Soldier

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$50K/yr

The survival, evasion, resistance and escape course Helpful Skills: * Ability to work as a team member * Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger * Ability to stay in top physical condition

Capital One

Risk Manager, Endpoint Security

Mclean, VA · On-site

Capital One moved our entire enterprise to the public cloud over the course of five years. Just as ... We shape strategy and decisions, challenge activities to ensure they meet our standards, and ...

Capital One

Risk Manager, Endpoint Security

Mclean, VA · On-site

Capital One moved our entire enterprise to the public cloud over the course of five years. Just as ... We shape strategy and decisions, challenge activities to ensure they meet our standards, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Great Falls, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Oakton, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Centreville, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Burke, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Vienna, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Dulles, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

West Mclean, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Reston, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Instructional Systems Designer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

The Challenge: * Execute all facets of the training development life-cycle for various training types, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for challenge course in Virginia is $25.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $38.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a challenge course?

A Challenge Course job involves facilitating team-building and adventure activities on high and low ropes courses. Employees ensure participant safety, guide group exercises, and encourage personal and team development. Responsibilities may include equipment setup, risk management, and leading debrief discussions. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a challenge course facilitator do?

A typical day for a Challenge Course facilitator involves preparing the course, conducting safety checks, and guiding groups through team-building activities, both on the ground and at height. You’ll lead participants through physical and mental challenges, ensure adherence to safety protocols, and facilitate debrief sessions to encourage reflection and learning. Collaboration with other facilitators and staff is common, as is adapting activities to the needs and abilities of different groups. You may also assist with maintaining course equipment and help organize special programs or events. The dynamic nature of this role offers a blend of outdoor activity, group leadership, and personal growth opportunities.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a challenge course position?

To thrive in a Challenge Course role, you should have strong leadership, safety awareness, facilitation skills, and familiarity with outdoor education or experiential learning. Certifications such as First Aid/CPR, Challenge Course Facilitator, or ACCT credentials, as well as proficiency with harnesses, belay systems, and related safety equipment, are often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and adaptability help build trust and encourage participants to overcome obstacles. These competencies are critical to ensure participant safety, create positive experiences, and effectively manage group dynamics during courses.

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Infographic showing various Challenge Course job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,569 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

Learning Management Systems Administrator

Terrestris LLC

Occoquan, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Learning Management Systems Administrator to support the Federal Trade Commission.
I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?
At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.
So, what will the Learning Management Systems Administrator at Terrestris do?
As the Learning Management Systems Administrator, you will have primary responsibility for the functional and technical operation and enhancement and maintenance of FTC's Learning Management Systems (LMS) eTrain2 operating on the Cornerstone platform, and the processes and standards governing its use. The LMS supports training across all mission critical areas, and you will be responsible for designing and applying appropriate workflows and business processes to ensure that required training data is captured and maintained in accordance with applicable standards and FTC business requirements. You will coordinate LMS development and operations adhering to FTC's technology standards and processes and serve as the designated security officer (DSO) for the application.
What does a typical day look like for the Learning Management Systems Administrator?
You will be responsible for:
  • LMS Operations and Maintenance:
    • Manage day-to-day operations of the LMS, ensuring functionality, reliability, and accessibility for users.
    • Configure system settings, permissions, roles, and hierarchies to meet organizational needs.
    • Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades to the LMS platform.
    • Primary point of contact for LMS daily operations and end-user support.
    • Maintains and monitors system performance.
    • Partner with the team, instructors, and vendors to ensure optimal use of the LMS.
    • Identify process and quality improvements, providing feedback on usage, defects, and enhancements.
    • Monitor monthly releases for upcoming system changes and deployments.
  • User Management:
    • Create, update, and deactivate user accounts as necessary.
    • Monitor and troubleshoot user access issues, ensuring timely resolution.
    • Provide guidance and technical support to end-users, instructors, and course designers.
    • Generate and analyze user activity reports to identify engagement trends or system issues.
    • Create and manage user structures including the creation of user groups and learning cohorts.
    • Manages course enrollment including progress tracking.
  • Course Management:
    • Publish and archive online or blended learning solutions, assign training curricula, and add and delete resources.
    • Manage the course asset library.
    • Populate course information and assign learners.
    • Develop and update standardized tools and reporting for ongoing access to learning information; generate standard and custom reports.
    • Analyze reporting data and recommend strategic direction to Chief Learning Officer, technical managers, or others, as appropriate.
    • Create and manage the overall course structure and set up course programs based on specifications from the instructional designer.
    • Manage tracking of course revisions and history.
    • Build online assessments and evaluations in LMS for courses.
    • Manage relationship with third party vendors and facilitate the successful linkage of courses to FTC's LMS.
    • Assign and manage learning paths, certifications, and compliance training.
  • Troubleshooting:
    • Provide troubleshooting assistance for users regarding logging in to the LMS and accessing courses.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve issues relating to system functionality and software systems.
    • Serve as point of escalation for support issues, which may include interaction with LMS vendor and other vendor support services.
    • Work with the instructional technologist and instructional designers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to accessing the LMS and course content.
  • Reporting and Analytics:
    • Develop and generate custom reports on user progress, course completion, and compliance.
    • Provide data insights to support organizational learning strategies.
  • Documentation and Training:
    • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and user guides for the LMS.
    • Conduct training sessions for users, administrators, and course creators on LMS functionality.
    • Document system changes, configurations, and integrations for reference.

What qualifications do you look for?
You might be the systems administrator we're looking for if you have:
  • Certification as a Cornerstone Administrator.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Cornerstone LMS administrator working within the government sector.
  • Technical skills including troubleshooting, and understanding of directory, file structures, and systems.
  • The ability with course design and development.
  • The ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • The ability to collaborate with others at all levels of the organization as well as vendors.
  • Customer service skills and a responsive attitude.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate complex technical concepts in layman's terms.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?
We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.
Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
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