Team Carney

Senior Instructional Designer (USPTO)

United States full-time Senior Salary not listed
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About the role

Are You Ready To Accelerate Performance and Modernize Federal Training Programs?
At Team Carney, we believe that true performance acceleration happens at the intersection of innovative learning and deep strategic expertise. Since 1994, our mission has been to provide top-tier training, learning, and human capital solutions that empower Federal Government agencies to meet their critical mandates. We are seeking a high-performing and experienced professional to join our team in support of a key federal client.
This position is contingent on contract award.
Work Schedule and Location
Location: This position is fully remote, with a preference for candidates in the DC/MD/VA area.

Who You Are & What You’ll Do
The Senior Instructional Designer / Consultant will be a core member of a dynamic team responsible for the comprehensive modernization of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) training curriculum. You will lead "Training Consultation for Program Revision"; analyze the 125 existing courses; collaborate with SMEs to modernize pedagogy; and design the overall curriculum blueprint.
What You Bring to the Table - Requirements

Minimum Experience: 6+ years of relevant professional experience.

Minimum Education: Master's Degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, or Curriculum.

Experience revising high-volume curriculums (prior work with >40 courses preferred).

Expert grasp of modern learning models, gamification, and AI-assisted instruction.

Consultation experience for potential legal content.

Experience in classroom learning environments and consultation on classroom technology requirements.

Working in a Government contracting environment experience requested.

Recent USPTO and Patent program experience preferred.

Why Join Team Carney?
When you join Team Carney, you join a legacy of excellence. We focus on our people because when we make a positive impact on the lives of our employees, they are able to make a positive impact on our clients. We offer a full suite of competitive benefits, including:

Health & Wellness: Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options (BCBS CareFirst), health spending accounts (HSA), and flexible spending accounts (FSA).

Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plus Carney-paid life and disability insurance.

Work-Life Harmony: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.

Professional & Personal Growth: Annual tuition assistance (up to $5,000) and student loan repayment.

Get Out and Learn: Up to $200 annually to learn almost anything (from pottery to coding!).

Get Out and Run: Up to $200 annually to participate in fitness and active lifestyle events.

Continuous Development: Ad hoc training and ongoing professional development access.

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