Adobe Captivate 4 Developer with Instructional Design experience

MicroAssist is currently seeking a part-time or contract Adobe Captivate 4 developer with instructional design experience.  The position will work extensively with customers and internal stakeholders to support the administration, management, and development of E-Learning courses.    If interested, please contact MicroAssist at resume@microassist.net

Captivate Skillset

• Fully aware of Adobe 4's features, capabilities, and bugs.
• Be able to record and a sophisticated demonstration that includes audio, branching
• Be able to create assessments that include question pools
• Be able to create and edit sophisticated simulations
• Be able to create an accessible project (508 compliant)
• Be comfortable using Captivate Widgets (Bookmark, Certificate, etc)
• Be able to create, edit, and test scripts in Captivate
• Integrate Captivate with Learning Management Systems.

 
Content Development and Support

• Consult with and support course developers and subject matter experts in the capabilities and use of Adobe Captivate 4
• Work with the Instructional Designer to take the module storyboards (as they are completed) and build the finished online modules using Captivate.
• Provide instructional design assistance and expertise for course development efforts.
• Test course functionality.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in Captivate.
• Provide consultation and expertise on behalf of internal clients working with external vendors who are developing E-Learning courses.
• Identify and help to implement best practices in E-Learning.

Content Management/LMS Support

• Provide hands-on assistance to internal clients when needed (upload/remove/administer courses).
• Assist with the review of content and work with internal stakeholders to determine effective methods for promoting and delivering new content.
• Work with internal stakeholders to improve the content loading and management process and to increase self sufficiency in course administration across businesses and functions.  Develop and deliver training in content administration procedures.
• When needed, assist with the management of course specific data within the LMS to ensure that reporting is accurate and efficient.

General Skills

• Excellent technical skills and trouble shooting ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to prioritize and manage multiple projects and achieve goals with minimal supervision.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with strong propensity for process improvement and innovation.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals at all levels in a large, complex, global organization.

If interested, please contact resume@microassist.net

Microsoft SQL Database Programmer

MicroAssist is seeking a Microsoft SQL Database Programmer to work in a team that creates applications using Microsoft .NET.
 

Requirements:

• Ability to write optimized code.  This necessitates an understanding of the Data Definition Language (DDL), Data Manipulation Language (DML) and Data Control Language (DCL).
• Creating, Supporting, modifying, and expanding the data schema of the existing databases in accordance with data storage standards and functional requirements documents.
• Meet with customers to discuss database and reporting needs.
• Performing critical data analysis.
• Writing stored procedures and triggers
• Writing complex SQL Reports to support business needs
• Previous experience with replication desired.

 QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 4 years experience with design of advanced Microsoft SQL Server queries, stored procedures, triggers, scripts
• Experience maintaining, modifying, and optimizing large, high volume SQL Server databases
• Experience collaborating with application developers on data modeling and E-R diagrams
• Excellent time management skills and experience in a multi-project environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Previous experience with .NET projects preferred
• Experience migrating DTS packages to SSIS

Please mail resume to resume@microassist.com with subject line "Microsoft SQL Database Programmer"

Instructional Designer

This individual will be responsible for developing courseware, instructional material, tracking the development process and leading the daily activities of others to accomplish these tasks. Also, they will prepare technical reports, apply training standards to ensure that development is correct and provide quality assurance. Development of work plans and coordination and supervision of staff will be required.

To be qualified for this position, individuals should have at least 3 years experience with a 4-year Instructional Development or related Degree or over 5 years experience without a degree. Experience in using the Instructional Systems Development model, developing training material, Computer Based Training and manuals, along with leading others with the same duties is required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop educational resources integrating instructional design principles and methodology.
• Review course content during analysis, design and development for sound pedagogical and instructional design practices as measured by the Development and Curriculum Checklists.
• Collaborate with project teams, subject matter experts, instructors, and students and analyzes input to determine instructional design and technical design requirements for development of online courses, media and interactivities.
• Assist project teams with the selection of instructional strategies, development and review of course/lesson objectives, and design of course content and assessments.
• Work with the project and web development teams to structure content for the best learning experience for the end user.
• Participate in visual design, prototyping, usability and evaluation of course content, media and interactivities.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the instructional design process and fosters design innovation.
• Partner with subject matter experts from all areas of the organization in the development of training solutions. 
• Collaborate with Information Systems and leadership to ensure that educational resources are accessible and functioning properly.
• Collaborate with leadership and end-users to evaluate and enhance computer based and web-based educational resources.
• Work closely with content experts to develop effective instructional materials.
• Direct instructional design of online courses.
• Define course objectives and assessments for E-Learning courses.
• Provide quality assurance testing for E-Learning and post-production products.
• Analyze instructional problems and develop, implement, and evaluate potential solutions to these problems.
• Analyze and evaluate new instructional tools and technologies and recommend tools and approaches to improve course design.
• Work with clients and technical team to ensure varied instructional strategies are embedded within the design of E-Learning courses.
• Keep abreast of emerging applications of instructional design theory and instruction technology through research.
• Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design
• 3 years experience in Instructional Design; Product Development; Teaching
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and E-learning systems (CMS/LMS)
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to focus in a fast paced environment
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships

Instructor Position

This instructor position requires an IT Instructor with at least two years of classroom training experience. Candidates should be comfortable working and developing within the Windows environments. Applicants should have experience training advanced classes such as .NET, Visual Basic, SQL Server and have a strong knowledge of databases.

Please send resumes to resume@microassist.com

Sharepoint Instructor

MicroAssist is growing and is looking for quality, skilled SharePoint software instructors to ensure student satisfaction according to program objectives.  In addition to having effective presentation skills, seasoned instructors will be proficient teaching students how to:

• Work with Lists & Libraries
• Communicate with Team Members
• Work Remotely with SharePoint Content with Mobile Devices and Office 2007 Documents
• Customize the SharePoint Environment (Personal, Alerts, RSS Feeds, Resources, etc.)
• Create a Team Site (Workspace, Public Views, Libraries, Surveys, etc.)
• Performing Administration (Manage User Groups, Manage Site Appearance, Perform Content Management)
• Manage Site Collections, Lists, Discussion Boards, Document & Form Libraries, Permissions, WSS Content and Workflows
• Work with Indexing and Searching Options
• Use Central Administration Features
• Manage Security Options in WSS
• Manage Site Usage and Backup Processes
   

Required Skills:

Candidate must have SharePoint teaching expertise and some integration knowledge.  Web site administration experience is also a plus.

Please send resume to resume@microassist.com