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Training Application & Instructional Design Specialist

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499 York, NE, US, 68467-0608 Sutherland, NE, US, 69165-0748 Beatrice, NE, US, 68310-0546 McCook, NE, US, 69001-2177 Plattsmouth, NE, US, 68048-2062 Hallam, NE, US, 68368-0088 Hallam, NE, US, 68368-0088 North Platte, NE, US, 69103-0310 Lexington, NE, US, 68850-0597 Lincoln, NE, US, 68508-3751 Plattsmouth, NE, US, 68048-2062 Sutherland, NE, US, 69165-2134 Norfolk, NE, US, 68701-7227 Kearney, NE, US, 68848-2170 Norfolk, NE, US, 68701-7223 Brownville, NE, US, 68321-0098 Doniphan, NE, US, 68832-9800

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Training Application & Instructional Design Specialist located at Columbus General Office, Beatrice Power Station, Cooper Nuclear Station, Doniphan Control Center, Gerald Gentleman Station, Humboldt Office, Kearney Operations Center, Lexington Office, Lincoln Governmental Affairs, McCook Office, Norfolk Customer Care Center, Norfolk Operations Center, North Platte Office, Plattsmouth Office, Princeton Road Station, Sheldon Station, Sutherland Office, York Operations Center in Columbus, Nebraska.  Position closes Monday July 6th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

This position will report to the Training Governance Manager.

Position Summary

The incumbent provides functional support for all training applications including authoring software and the Learning Management System(s) (LMS) for non-nuclear training. The incumbent defines system requirements, monitors/analyzes system trends, and performs testing for SAP and other training-related platforms and software. Ensures functional integration between the LMS and ancillary training software and platforms. 

 

Duties include establishing effective work practices, policies, and procedures to align and document training in the LMS. Individual serves as process and program liaison for software applications used for non-nuclear training. Partner with training personnel to drive consistency for preparation and retention of non-nuclear training records.

 

The incumbent will maintain design/style guidelines for non-nuclear web-based training. Individual will work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to design, develop, and revise training in authoring programs including the Articulate Suite. Duties will include developing and enacting processes for maintaining and updating WBTs. 
 

Education, Training and Experience

Master’s Degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related field and two (2) years’ experience as described below

 

OR


Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related field and five (5) years’ experience as described below

 

OR


Associates degree in Education, Instructional Design, or related field and eight (8) years’ experience 


(OR)

 

High school diploma or GED and ten (10) years’ experience 

Experience:
A role with responsibility for implementing and supporting training including functional management of an LMS system and authoring in web-based training.


Additional Skills:
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Experience in training program administration, measurement tools, and record management (SAP preferred). Knowledge of Training Authoring software such as Articulate 360, Questionmark are preferred. Experience with video/audio/image editing software such as the Adobe Suite or Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) are highly desirable. 
 

Licenses and/or Certifications

NA

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Serve as owner/expert/liaison for all non-nuclear training relative to training software applications and records processing.  

 

Evaluate training records to ensure completeness and accuracy.

 

Provide end user support for NPPD’s LMS system, including questions, troubleshooting, user questions, consulting, and training services.

 

Develop and Implement non-nuclear training qualifications.

 

Conduct Training Needs Analyses (TNA) through formal and informal processes.

 

Create and maintain design/style guidelines for non-nuclear web-based training. 

 

Test WBTs for functionality and improve existing WBTs by aligning to instructional design principles.

 

Collaborate with SMEs to design and develop engaging and effective learning experiences including WBTs and instructor-led courses.

 

Develop and enact processes for maintaining and updating web-based training.

 

Develop and implement training programs for Training staff relative to training software changes.

 

Work with the other members of the LMS Applications team to provide functional knowledge to ensure the overall configuration integrity of the system and effective support of related business processes.

 

Participate on user groups, special task groups, integration, or improvement project teams to provide needed LMS functional application expertise.

 

Maintains records of training and development activities, attendance, results of test/assessments, and retraining requirements.     

 

Administer/withdrawal WBT authoring licenses.

 

Work with Corporate Communications to create assets and resources such as audio/video for instructor-led & Web-based training.


Maintain knowledge of latest trends in training and organizational development.

 

Act as liaison between technical & functional groups regarding LMS.

 

Create and maintain guidelines for assessments and test questions and ensure adherence.
 

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

 

Pay Grade - 12 Hourly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $37.37  - $46.71

 

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

 

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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