As a Training Specialist you will design, develop and administer eLearning products, processes and project management efforts to create and improve virtual training provided by Member Services to internal and external VHA customers.
Major duties include but are not limited to: Analyzes, designs, develops, plans, evaluates, tests and measures, and administers course materials using education and training, distant learning and interactive methods to create a cohesive and quality educational product.
Researches and reviews emerging instructional methodologies to determine education and training requirements and develop education and training material to support internal and external distance learning and training objectives. Prepares, submits, documents, including story boarding, lesson outlines, training support packets and other related course management documents.
Evaluates production requirement justifications, scripts, and sample materials for soundness of training objectives, approach to target audience, cost effectiveness and general quality. Reviews analyses (goal, topic, gap, resource, and target population), materials and programs developed for internal and interactive courses.
Serves as subject matter expert to maintain balance, distribution, and production of course curricula, eLearning/distant/virtual learning or interactive web-based training material and related projects assigned in accordance with established workflow or job specialization Collaborates with supervisor and stakeholders on work problems presented by course managers, training developers, and others. Develops, modifies and deploys computer assisted instruction.
Serves as an expert in the field of emerging eLearning and training models and interactive learning principles to support development of curricula, distance learning and interactive curriculum and looks for methods to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of training programs and courses. Conducts research, evaluates, develops, and prepares findings.
Prepares and conducts briefings, presentations and prepares technical and briefing papers on eLearning and training methods in and outside the classroom and knowledge management. Conducts analysis and makes recommendations in acquiring educational tools such as hardware, software, peripherals, and communications for approved development. Participates in testing, monitors and reviews the effectiveness of approved eLearning and training models and methods.
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 hour shift between 8:00am - 4:30pm Remote: This position is not authorized for Remote work. Telework: This position may be authorized for ad hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Ad hoc is defined as occasional, non-recurring telework. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work.
Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to in person work mandate in their current position. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA owned or leased space. Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in person work unless they have an approved exception or an exemption.
Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer. Location Negotiable: The "location negotiable" option applies to VA employees who are already assigned to a VA duty station. This option will be implemented in accordance with applicable VA policies, as well as current agency and Presidential guidance.
Position Description/PD#: Training Specialist/PD07694A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $74678 – $121371/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-07 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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