Instructional Design Training Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $52,100.00 - $88,600.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 187661
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Office of the Chief of Staff
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/11/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AG44
Position Number:: 60031288 (187661)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $52,100.00
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:
Under limited supervision by the Training Administrator, this position serves as part of the training leadership team, leads continuous quality improvement for Training and Certification to ensure that training content and deliverables not only meet the needs of the agency and its employees, but also meet required agency, state, and federal policies/standards/guidelines, and collaborates with the training team and subject-matter experts (SMEs) to develop and design training materials.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops and creates learning experiences and environments for all training programs which meets the needs of the agency and its employees as well as meets required agency, state, and federal policies/ standards/guidelines to include curriculum design, learning activities, assignments, and assessments to optimize workforce knowledge and development, and responsible for the coordination and administration of the assessment process and related activities.
Leads and supervises a team responsible for curriculum development, design, and evaluation based upon use of a learning design framework (e.g. Addie, SAM, etc.) to guide the development of curricula, ensures learning competencies and objectives reflect the identified level of learning, content is accurate, and supports stated learning objectives, and promotes transfer of learning on the job.
Integrates eLearning into online, hybrid, and face-to-face course using authoring tools which increase learner engagement and reinforce knowledge retention.
Develops a continuous quality improvement process to collect and analyze data related to training content and presenter skills to identify training gaps and implement plans of action for delivery improvement and/or curriculum redesign; and implements a process for conducting training delivery observation, which includes management, and oversight of a feedback loop for ongoing development of trainer skills.
Performs other related job duties as needed or required to support the division or the agency.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and relevant training and development experience.
Special Requirement:
Successful completion of the agency's training of trainers within nine (9) months of hire and other applicable certifications as required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires knowledge of instructional design models and theories.
Familiarity with adult-learning theory and assessments.
Ability to build eLearning courses with instructional design software.
Knowledge of training design for all modes of learning.
Strong organizational and verbal and written communication skills.
Supervisory experience.
Experience in learning and training delivery, facilitation and content development, curriculum design and training evaluation.
Ability to analyze data and create and review processes.
Ability to conduct research, think critically, and problem solve.
Excellent interpersonal skills to foster harmonious relationships.
Possess a strong knowledge of computer software, such as Adobe, MS Office Suite, and Office 365.
This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree with six (6) years management and supervisory experience.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

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I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment.

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• No

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I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction.

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• No

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Have you or any members of your family ever been a victim of a crime committed by a juvenile who is currently under the supervision of SCDJJ? If yes, type in "Yes" and give your last name of the juvenile, date, and location of trial. If no, please type "No".
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Do you currently or have you ever worked in or have been professionally associated with a prison, jail, lock, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1997?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list the institution(s) and your date(s) of employment.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

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• No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?

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Are you currently employed or have you previously been employed with SCDJJ?

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Are you able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

• State Government Jobs Website
• Career Fair
• SC Works
• Social Media
• DJJ Employee
• Indeed.com
• Other

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If you answered "DJJ Employee" for the previous question, please share their name.
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If you answered "Other" for the previous question, please specify.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant training and development experience?

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• No

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I understand that any misrepresentation, omission of facts, or otherwise falsification on this application and attachments will result in disapproval of this application or termination of employment.

• Yes
• No

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Please provide us with two (2) references. One (1) professional reference and one (1) personal reference (non-family member). Please list name(s), phone number(s), and email address(es).
Required Question