Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Instructional Designer – Oracle NMS
Location : Preference given to candidates in Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio
Remote : Yes, with occasional travel to Columbus, OH and Merrillville, IN
Period : Immediate start through 12 / 31 / 2025 (Strong likelihood of extension)
Hours / Week : 40 hours Rate : $55 – $60 / hour
Contract Type : W-2 only (No visa sponsorship or subcontracting)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to support training development for a large-scale Oracle Network Management System (NMS) implementation. This role will focus on creating practical, field-ready training materials to support operational users, including electric utility crews and other field personnel. The ideal candidate will have experience in utilities or large ERP implementations and will be comfortable designing learning content that emphasizes hands-on practice, performance support, and microlearning.
Scope of Services
The Instructional Designer will work as part of a cross-functional training team to :
- Develop and deliver job-specific learning content for field and operational personnel
- Create PowerPoint-based training modules that are practice-heavy and supplemented by knowledge checks
- Design job aids, performance support tools, and microlearning videos to support on-the-job execution
- Ensure all content supports safe, accurate, and efficient adoption of Oracle NMS processes
Role, Responsibilities & Deliverables
Partner with subject matter experts to design and develop instructional materials tailored for utility field workersCreate clear, visually engaging slide decks and training presentationsDevelop hands-on activities and real-world practice scenarios aligned with NMS workflowsBuild and organize job aids, quick reference tools, and microlearning content for just-in-time learningIncorporate knowledge checks and assessments to validate learner comprehensionEnsure training materials align with adult learning principles and operational requirementsAssist with content review sessions and make revisions based on SME or stakeholder feedbackSupport rollout of training in both live and virtual environments, as neededRequired Experience
5+ years of instructional design experience, ideally in a utility or field-based operational environmentExperience supporting training for ERP implementations, ideally Oracle NMS or similar systemsProven ability to create materials for operational, technical, or field-facing user groupsSkilled in developing PowerPoint-based learning modules, job aids, and microlearningExperience designing knowledge checks, performance support tools, and competency-based evaluationsStrong collaboration skills and ability to work with subject matter experts and field teamsEducation & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Communications, or a related fieldCertifications in Instructional Design, eLearning Development, or Performance Improvement are a plusFamiliarity with utility operations, Oracle platforms, or learning management systems (LMS) is preferred