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Training ISD

Mclean, VA · Remote

$65K - $89K/yr

Coordinate with eLearning administrators, webinar producers, technical specialists and other cross ... led, distance learning, and webinar formats. * Demonstrated experience supporting the full ...

Trainer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Administer virtual trainings * Plan and build workshops and seminars * Create comprehensive distance learning presentations * Evaluate current trainings and procedures to improve training methods.

Trainer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Administer virtual trainings * Plan and build workshops and seminars * Create comprehensive distance learning presentations * Evaluate current trainings and procedures to improve training methods.

Range Safety distance learning course (MarineNet). * Required: Graduate of the RFMSS Functional Administrator course. * Required: Graduate of the Inter-Service Range Safety Course. * Required:

... remote (distance learning) training. * Coordinate with office administrators, human resources staff, other administrative departments as needed, and practice group leaders to determine users ...

... remote (distance learning) training. * Coordinate with office administrators, human resources staff, other administrative departments as needed, and practice group leaders to determine users ...

RFMSS Administrator

Quantico, VA · On-site

$70K - $170K/yr

Range Safety distance learning course (MarineNet). * Required: Graduate of the RFMSS Functional Administrator course. * Required: Graduate of the Inter-Service Range Safety Course. * Required:

... remote (distance learning) training. * Coordinate with office administrators, human resources staff, other administrative departments as needed, and practice group leaders to determine users ...

... remote (distance learning) training. * Coordinate with office administrators, human resources staff, other administrative departments as needed, and practice group leaders to determine users ...

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Distance Learning Administrator information

What is a distance learning administrator?

Distance Learning Administrators are professionals who oversee and manage online education programs for schools, colleges, or training organizations. They coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of distance learning courses, ensuring that technology and instructional materials support student success. Their responsibilities often include training instructors, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining compliance with educational standards. These administrators play a vital role in facilitating effective remote education and supporting both students and faculty in virtual learning environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a distance learning administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Distance Learning Administrator, you need expertise in instructional design, education technology, and a relevant degree in education or instructional technology. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as certifications such as Certified Distance Education Instructor (CDEI), are typically required. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help manage online programs and support both faculty and students. These skills ensure effective delivery, smooth operation, and continuous improvement of remote learning environments.

What are some common challenges distance learning administrators face when supporting remote faculty and students?

Distance Learning Administrators often encounter challenges such as ensuring timely technical support for both faculty and students across different time zones, maintaining consistent communication, and providing training on new learning management systems. They also need to address issues related to digital accessibility and help instructors adapt course materials for online delivery. Effective problem-solving skills and proactive communication are essential to help create a smooth and engaging remote learning experience.

What is the difference between Distance Learning Administrator vs Online Course Coordinator?

AspectDistance Learning AdministratorOnline Course Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, certifications in e-learning or instructional designBachelor's degree, experience in online education or instructional support
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, online learning platformsUniversities, colleges, online education providers
Employer & IndustryHigher education, online education companiesColleges, universities, online course providers
Primary FocusManaging online learning systems, overseeing course deliverySupporting online courses, coordinating content and schedules

The main difference is that a Distance Learning Administrator oversees the entire online learning infrastructure and manages systems, while an Online Course Coordinator focuses on supporting and organizing individual courses. Both roles require similar credentials and are found in educational and online learning environments.

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Infographic showing various Distance Learning Administrator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution.

Training ISD

Mclean, VA • Remote

Guidehouse
Business Management Consulting • 10K+ employees

$65K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Support the design, development, deployment, and evaluation of adult professional training solutions using blended learning approaches.

  • Collaborate with clients, subject matter experts, and program stakeholders to assess training needs and identify content gaps.

  • Develop and implement evaluation measures to assess learner engagement, training effectiveness, and program outcomes.


Guidehouse rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Family:

Strategy & Transformation Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What you will do:

A career within Guidehouse Health will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients transform care delivery and health care operations. We focus on the operations and performance of mission-oriented agencies, academic medical centers and commercial health care enterprises, to plan and drive change that enables best-in-class outcomes.

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to support federal healthcare clients to support large-scale, mission-critical programs. As part of our growing Training and Learning Development team, you will help design, develop, and implement innovative learning solutions that support large-scale transformation efforts, operational excellence, and improved outcomes for Veterans and the federal workforce.

As a Senior Consultant, you will work collaboratively with clients, program leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality training solutions that enable organizational readiness, workforce performance, and successful adoption of new processes, systems, and services. You will contribute across the full training lifecycle-from needs assessment and curriculum development to implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

Successful candidates will bring a passion for adult learning, experience designing engaging learning experiences, and the ability to translate complex information into effective, learner-centered training programs. This role supports a variety of learning modalities, including instructor-led training, virtual instructor-led training, eLearning, webinars, job aids, performance support tools, and blended learning solutions.

Job Description / Responsibilities:

Training Strategy and Analysis

  • Support the design, development, deployment, and evaluation of adult professional training solutions using blended learning approaches including web-based, distance-learning, instructor-led, and webinar-based delivery formats, aligned with federal healthcare programs and transformation initiatives.

  • Collaborate with clients, subject matter experts, and program stakeholders to assess training needs, analyze target audiences, and identify content gaps.

  • Conduct current-state assessments of training materials and recommend improvements to support program goals, learner engagement, and operational readiness.

  • Contribute to the development and sustainment of an end-to-end training pipeline, ensuring timely delivery, reduced backlog, and consistent quality across training programs.

Instructional Design and Content Development

  • Develop high-quality training products using blended learning approaches, including web-based training, distance learning, instructor-led training, webinar-based training, job aids, performance support resources, reference guides, and other instructional materials that reinforce knowledge retention and on-the-job performance.

  • Design curriculum frameworks, structured learning pathways, facilitator guides, participant materials, and reference resources that support learner readiness and performance.

  • Apply adult learning theory, instructional systems design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE), and best practices for learner engagement and knowledge retention.

  • Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders to develop, update, and maintain training content aligned with evolving policies, procedures, systems, contracts, and operational requirements.

  • Coordinate with eLearning administrators, webinar producers, technical specialists and other cross-functional teams to support training delivery, learner tracking, reporting, and program execution.

  • Support the publishing, deployment, and maintenance of training products through the client's learning platform and webinar technologies.

  • Contribute multiple concurrent training initiatives while maintaining quality, consistency, and program timelines.

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

  • Develop and implement evaluation measures to assess learner engagement, training effectiveness, workforce and user readiness, and program outcomes.

  • Monitor learner feedback, analytics, and performance data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and content enhancement.

  • Support testing, validation, and quality assurance activities to ensure training materials meet established design standards and federal requirements, including Section 508 accessibility and privacy compliance.

  • Maintain and update training materials to ensure ongoing accuracy, compliance, and alignment with current business and operational needs.

What you will need:

  • Bachelor's Degree; FOUR (4) years of additional professionalexperiencein lieu of bachelor's or equivalent combination of experience with Instructional Design certification.

  • FIVE (5) or more years of experience developing and delivering high-quality training solutions using blended learning approaches, including web-based, instructor-led, distance learning, and webinar formats.

  • Demonstrated experience supporting the full instructional design lifecycle, including needs analysis, curriculum design, content development, deployment, evaluation, and maintenance of training programs.

  • Strong knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional systems design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE), and evidence-based practices for improving knowledge retention and learner engagement.

  • Experience managing multiple concurrent training development efforts and meeting program timelines.

  • Familiarity with Articulate Storyline, RISE 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar eLearning tools.

  • Familiarity with federal compliance requirements, including Section 508 accessibility and privacy standards, and experience incorporating these requirements into training development processes.

  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, including SMEs, communications teams, program leadership, and technical specialists.

  • Ability to assess training effectiveness through evaluation metrics, analytics, and continuous improvement methodologies.

What would be nice to have

  • Instructional Design Certification, ATD certification, CPTD certification or related professional credentials.

  • Experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DoD), Military Health System, or other federal civilian agencies.

  • Familiarity developing training programs for health care providers, care coordination teams, or operational staff.

  • Experience supporting webinar production, virtual facilitation, or multimedia training delivery.

  • Experience conducting Section 508 testing and supporting accessibility compliance reviews.

  • Experience contributing to curriculum design, developing role-based curricula, and performance support tools.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.


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