About Nava

Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple and effective. Since 2015, federal, state, and local agencies have trusted Nava to help solve highly scrutinized technology modernization challenges.

As a client services company, we guide agencies constrained by legacy systems to a future with sharp user experiences built on secure, reliable, fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure. We bill for our time, offering our expertise and problem-solving approach to help our government partners enhance their digital products and services. People are at the heart of our work, from members of the public who rely on benefit programs to government agency staff. Through human-centered design and modern engineering best practices, we help our government partners understand user needs and deliver on their missions more effectively. This focus gives everyone at Nava the opportunity to do work that is meaningful, impactful, and deeply connected to public good.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Lead, for Training and Development, the Training and Development Specialist plays a critical role in developing and implementing innovative learning solutions to support Nava's workforce's professional growth and skill enhancement. This position will collaborate closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to support the development and delivery of effective training programs that align with our organizational goals. All work will be done in service of Nava's values:

Your responsibilities will include:

Support the needs assessment as necessary to identify learning gaps and training requirements across Nava

Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather input and insights to inform the design of training solutions.

Develop learning objectives, instructional strategies, assessments, and content outlines for training programs

Create a variety of learning materials, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training materials, job aids, and multimedia resources

Design visually appealing and user-friendly learning materials that enhance learning engagement and retention

Provide support to subject matter experts in delivering effective training sessions, including guidance on content delivery and facilitation skills

Assist in developing facilitator guides, training scripts, and presentation materials to ensure consistency and quality in training delivery

Oversee the administration and maintenance of the Learning Management Systems, including course catalog management, user enrollment, and reporting

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to data privacy standards

Support assessment strategies and evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of training program and learning outcomes

Analyze evaluation data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for training program enhancement

Stay informed about industry trends, best practices and advancement in instructional design and learning technologies

Participate in professional development activities and collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and expertise

Required skills

Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Education, or related field

Proven experience in instructional design, curriculum development, and training delivery

Proficiency in instructional design methodologies, and learning theories.

Strong management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Desired skills

Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Education, or a related field.

Certification in instructional design or e-learning development is a plus

Additional Information

Other requirements

All roles at Nava require the following:

Legal authorization to work in the United States

Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired

Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future

May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract

Perks working with Nava

Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs

Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost

Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge

Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO

Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus

Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home

Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools

Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program

Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest

401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan

Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities

Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs

Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses

Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills

Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs

Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team

Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable

Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care

Location

We have fully remote options if you reside in one of the following states:

Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, DC, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin

*If you are not living in one of the states listed above, unfortunately, you will not be considered for a position at this time.

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Please contact the recruiting team at recruiting@navapbc.com if you would like to request reasonable accommodation during the application or interviewing process.

We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This role requires you to work from the contiguous United States.

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