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• Our goal is to solve problems and deliver results for our clients. At Cloud and Things, you can be a part of transforming the public sector’s IT environment. Our team is on the forefront of helping to solve the government's most complex IT challenges. If you are seeking a role that offers the opportunity to work on rewarding projects, consider a career with Cloud and Things. *This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience* Job Title: 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 Overview: 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. Duties: • 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. Mandatory Qualifications: • Level II - Between four (4) and seven (7) years of experience as a Trainer. • 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. Desirable 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). What We Offer: 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. Ready to make a difference? We’re eager to connect with qualified candidates committed to delivering results and fostering excellence within client projects. Cloud and Things complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AI-Assisted Resume Evaluation Notice Cloud and Things – Talent Management Notice to Candidates Cloud and Things utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist our recruiting team in evaluating candidate applications for streamlining; consistency, efficiency, and thoroughness. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by our human recruiting professionals. How AI Is Used Our AI tools assist by: Analyzing resumes against job requirements Supporting our recruiters in candidate data evaluation Ensuring consistent review standards across all applications Important: AI serves as a support tool only. As noted above, all candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by experienced human recruiters. Your unedited resume will be processed by our AI tools as part of this evaluation. Your Data and Privacy Cloud and Things Data Handling: Your information is processed securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes Cloud and Things may store your resume in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) indefinitely for future job matching opportunities You may opt out of long-term ATS storage by emailing your name and your request to opt out of storing your resume in the ATS to: security@cloudandthings.com All personal information is handled confidentially in accordance with our privacy policy AI Tool Data Processing: AI processing data is retained for a maximum of 90 days, after which it is deleted All data sent to AI tools is encrypted in transit and at rest AI tools comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA Personal data is anonymized or minimized wherever possible during AI processing Your Participation By submitting your application, you acknowledge this notice and consent to AI-assisted evaluation as part of our recruitment process. 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This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with experience*
Job Title: 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
We are seeking a Curriculum & Instructional Designer who will support our NYS client.
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.
Level II - Between four (4) and seven (7) years of experience as a Trainer.
At least 6 months of experience working in a government setting.
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.
Analyzing resumes against job requirements
Supporting our recruiters in candidate data evaluation
Ensuring consistent review standards across all applications
Your Data and Privacy
Your information is processed securely and used exclusively for recruitment purposes

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Certification in instructional design, eLearning development, or adult learning strategies (e.g., ATD CPTD or Prosci certification preferred).

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