ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM DESIGNER - 55007577

Requisition No: 870626 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM DESIGNER - 55007577

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55007577 

Salary:  $54,920.05-$65,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 03/17/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM DESIGNER  

936 / Organizational Development Office

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Samuel Lloyd

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (850) 414-4384

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Samuel.lloyd@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,112.31 - $2,500/biweekly range

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.  Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Join our Organizational Development Office to help shape the future of transportation by creating impactful learning experiences as a Curriculum Designer! In this role, you’ll design innovative training programs that empower professionals across the state. From interactive virtual courses to dynamic instructor-led sessions, you will craft engaging materials that make learning meaningful and effective.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the way in learning design: Develop and enhance programs using best practices in instructional design and adult learning.
• Drive collaboration: Partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders to create high-quality, relevant content.
• Leverage technology: Use cutting-edge tools and platforms to boost learner engagement and improve outcomes.
• Manage projects with precision: Oversee timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure success.
• Keep systems running smoothly: Maintain training data in the LMS and provide technical support for learning platforms.
• Shape statewide standards: Assist in updating policies and aligning programs with strategic objectives.
• Champion data-driven decisions: Collect, analyze, and share insights to enhance professional development and engagement.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Office of Administration

605 Suwannee St.

Tallahassee, FL 32399

Annual Salary Range:

$54,920 - $65,000

Your Specific Responsibilities: 

This positions serves as a curriculum designer in the Organizational Development Office (ODO).

Design, develop, implement, maintain, and enhance learning and development programs, processes, and supporting materials (e.g. program implementation and training guides, process communication tools, job aids, presentations, video, multimedia) for the adult learner to be used with different media and delivery options: instructor-led, virtual, interactive web-based, self-study, and assessment products. Ensure programs and materials reflect best practices in instructional design and adult learning. Create and maintain project timelines and monitor completion of milestones & deliverables for areas of responsibility. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (SMEs, advisory groups, etc.). Research information for the purposes of developing new and enhancing existing programs that meet organizational development objectives.

Utilize a wide range of instructional technologies to enhance curriculum design and development, creating engaging learning materials and completing projects that improve instructional quality, increase learner engagement, and support measurable learning outcomes. Input training sessions and supporting information into the Department's Learning Management System (LMS). Update training advertisements, registration and completion information in the LMS. Provide customer service and technical support for all ODO technology platforms and on behalf of related ODO business practices. Collaborate with other FDOT offices and vendors to resolve complex challenges as they arise and share best practices.

Assist the Organizational Development Office in reviewing, updating, and implementing policies, procedures, and operational guidelines to ensure alignment with statewide training objectives. Support the development, distribution, and execution of training manuals and programs, ensuring consistency and compliance with organizational standards.

Assist with ODO’s strategic goal of fostering a data-driven culture that leverages ODO technology platforms and data to maximize professional development and employee engagement opportunities. Collect, prepare, analyze, interpret, and communicate data from a variety of sources to aid in various ODO business processes, workflows, projects, and initiatives. Ensure data accuracy and integrity. 

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of industry concepts and practices relating to adult learning theories and instructional design. 
• Knowledge of principles of effective design for in-person and virtual training projects.
• Knowledge of learning management systems and applications.
• Knowledge of surveying to research and gather actionable data.

Skills in:

•  Skill in using Microsoft SharePoint and Teams; Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and specialized design software (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Photoshop, etc.).
• Skill in designing and developing curriculum.
• Skill in managing self and taking pride to provide exceptional customer service by responding with a sense of urgency, practicality, accountability, and integrity.
• Skill in working in a dynamic environment that requires critical thinking and strong analytical skills.
• Skill in effective communication; both verbal and written.
• Skill in producing and organizing supporting materials.
• Skill in researching, compiling, analyzing, and reporting on data to report findings and develop improvement solutions.

Ability to:

• Ability to translate technical information into content understood by a general audience.
• Ability to prioritize and complete complex work assignments.
• Ability to think creatively and offer innovative solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing environments and work processes. 

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• 50% Travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years of professional or nonprofessional experience in instruction, instructional design, curriculum development, adult education, performance improvement, or organizational or staff development. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for four years of the required experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.