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Driven by Innovation and built on Trust, rockITdata is a unique SDVOSB services company that partners with leading commercial healthcare/life sciences organizations on cutting edge innovations - think AI, automation and data transformation. We then bring those commercially tested solutions to government entities to deliver predictable, measurable impact for the American taxpayer and consumer.
Join rockITdata as a Training Lead / Instructional Designer supporting one of the nation's largest federal healthcare modernization initiatives. In this role, you'll lead the design, development, and delivery of comprehensive training programs that prepare healthcare professionals, system administrators, and Government stakeholders to successfully adopt new technology solutions. Working closely with Organizational Change Management, Communications, engineering teams, and customer leadership, you'll develop engaging learning experiences that promote user confidence, operational readiness, and long-term adoption of enterprise healthcare systems.
This position is ideal for an experienced instructional design professional who enjoys translating complex technical concepts into engaging learning experiences while helping organizations successfully adopt innovative technologies that improve healthcare services for our nation's Veterans.Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced training programs supporting enterprise healthcare technology implementations.
• Develop curriculum, facilitator guides, participant guides, job aids, quick reference materials, user manuals, and other learning resources.
• Partner with subject matter experts, Business Analysts, engineers, and Government stakeholders to translate technical requirements into effective learning content.
• Conduct training needs assessments and develop learning strategies that support organizational readiness and technology adoption.
• Coordinate training schedules, instructor assignments, learning logistics, and course delivery activities.
• Deliver instructor-led training sessions, virtual workshops, demonstrations, and train-the-trainer programs as required.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and learner feedback while recommending continuous improvements.
• Collaborate with Organizational Change Management and Communications teams to align training initiatives with stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Maintain training documentation, course materials, learning management records, and curriculum updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Recommend innovative instructional technologies and adult learning techniques that improve learner engagement and knowledge retention.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Communications, Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience designing and delivering technical training or instructional programs supporting enterprise technology implementations.
• Experience developing instructor-led training, eLearning, virtual learning, and blended learning solutions.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional systems design (ISD), and curriculum development methodologies.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Learning Management Systems (LMS), or similar instructional development tools is preferred.
• Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD), ATD Master Trainer, or other instructional design certification is preferred.
• Experience supporting VA, VHA, DHA, or other Federal healthcare organizations, health IT, telehealth, or Federal program management is preferred.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

#LIREMOTE
Here at rockITdata, we are committed to following our 10 Guiding Principles.
Our Guiding Principles define our culture. They're who we are, how we work, and what inspires us to be the best. We empower our people to be themselves and encourage an entrepreneurial way of thinking.
In our challenging, fast-paced environment, no day is the same.
Know the Why.
Value People Above All Else.
Transparency to a Fault.
Progress, Not Perfection.
Be Good by Doing Good.
Smart People Can Disagree.
Bend but Don't Break.
Represent Your Brand.
Think Differently.
Be Amazing, Be Fearless, Smile, Have Fun!
Interested in joining something unique? Join us on our rockIT ship as we begin to blast off to the next chapter in our organization!
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rockITdata has become aware of a recruitment scam where unauthorized individuals are impersonating rockITdata recruiters, issuing fake job offers, and attempting to setup payment for the job seeker's new hire costs. No one is ever required to complete any monetary transactions before starting employment with rockITdata. Legitimate rockITdata communications only come from @rockitdata.com email addresses and our official Applicant Tracking System, JazzHR (@applytojob.com email addresses). Please refer to our official Careers page at www.rockITdata.com/careers to accurately submit your application with us. You may also verify any suspicious communication by contacting our recruitment team directly through our official email, [email protected].
rockITdata is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in all employment practices and decisions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by Federal, state, or local law.
rockITdata wants all interested and qualified candidates to be able to use our career site to review and apply for employment opportunities. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access the application process, please contact us for assistance at [email protected].
Here at rockITdata, we are committed to following our 10 Guiding Principles.
Our Guiding Principles define our culture. They're who we are, how we work, and what inspires us to be the best. We empower our people to be themselves and encourage an entrepreneurial way of thinking. In our challenging, fast-paced environment, no day is the same.
Know the Why.
Value People Above All Else.
Transparency to a Fault.
Progress, Not Perfection.
Be Good by Doing Good.
Smart People Can Disagree.
Bend but Don't Break.
Represent Your Brand.
Think Differently.
Be Amazing, Be Fearless, Smile, Have Fun!
Interested in joining something unique? Join us on our rockIT ship as we begin to blast off to the next chapter in our organization!
rockITdata has become aware of a recruitment scam where unauthorized individuals are impersonating rockITdata recruiters, issuing fake job offers, and attempting to setup payment for the job seeker's new hire costs. No one is ever required to complete any monetary transactions before starting employment with rockITdata. Legitimate rockITdata communications only come from @rockitdata.com email addresses and our official Applicant Tracking system, JazzHR (@applytojob.com email addresses). Please refer to our official Careers page at www.rockitdata.com/careers to accurately submit your application with us. You may also verify any suspicious communication by contacting our recruitment team directly through our official email, dreamjob@rockitdata.com.
rockITdata is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in all employment practices and decisions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status or any characteristic protected by Federal, state, or local law.
rockITdata wants all interested and qualified candidates to be able to use our career site to review and apply for employment opportunities. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access the application process, please contact us for assistance at dreamjob@rockitdata.com.