Curriculum & Instructional Designer

Location: 40 North Pearl, Albany, NY (Hybrid) • Duration: 30 Months (with potential for extension) • W2 Hourly Rate: $50–60/hour • Application Deadline: 10/12/2026

About the role

We are seeking a Curriculum & Instructional Designer who will support our NYS client. This role will lead the creation of engaging, accessible, and outcomes-based training content supporting adoption of new systems and business processes across the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) Program. The resource will develop and deliver learning across online, on-demand, and live formats for state and local users, partnering with subject matter experts, project leaders, and change management teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop instructional materials using adult learning principles and instructional design models such as ADDIE and Bloom's Taxonomy.
• Manage instructional design projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with program objectives.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather content, validate instructional materials, and ensure alignment with learning objectives.
• Create SCORM-compliant eLearning modules, on-demand video content, interactive guides, job aids, and blended learning resources supporting IES program areas.
• Utilize State or County issued LMS platforms for course development, tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure instructional materials meet accessibility standards and accommodate diverse learner needs.

Requirements

• Level II – Between four (4) and seven (7) years of experience as a Tester.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience creating content and delivering training for products across various audiences and technologies, including content for print, eLearning, on-demand videos, job aids, and SCORM-compliant training content.
• At least 6 months of experience working in a government setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of Health and Human Services experience.
• 4+ years of experience creating and evaluating assessments and tracking KPIs (formative and summative) to measure learner comprehension and training effectiveness.
• 4+ years of experience with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to ensure inclusive learning for all user groups.
• Certification in instructional design, eLearning development, or adult learning strategies (e.g., ATD CPTD or Prosci certification preferred).

Benefits

• Opportunities to lead impactful transformations in the public sector infrastructure.
• Engagement with high-profile government initiatives, supporting meaningful change.
• Professional development through exposure to innovative Agile practices and leadership collaboration.
• A collaborative environment that values ownership, initiative, and continuous learning.

Pay

W2 Hourly Rate: $50–60/hour. This is an exempt position; salary commensurate with experience.