INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
PADI, the global leader in Scuba Diving Education, is seeking an experienced and dynamic INSTRUCTIONAL
DESIGNER to join the team at our corporate headquarters in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. PADI offers its
employees a unique, dynamic and fun work environment, competitive salary, excellent benefits and generous time
off. We believe in creating an environment where our employees can thrive and grow. PADI is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and has been voted one of the Top Workplaces in Orange County in 2008, 2009, 2010 and
2011.
ABOUT THE JOB
The PADI Instructional Designer designs and develops instructional material for all PADI Worldwide companies.
They will identify the skill requirements, knowledge measurements, learning environment, method of delivery,
and approaches necessary to successfully meet scope goals and learning objectives on all assignments. Conduct
the necessary research and analysis, leveraging instructional theory and best practices from the field to define
curriculums and scopes for all appropriate projects. Works as an active member of project teams as a subject
matter expert and instructional design developer, providing team members with the necessary content required to
meet the project objectives and doing so while respecting deadlines and scope parameters outline in the scope and
statement of work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Assure adherence to valid educational design criteria for all appropriate products and programs within the PADI
Worldwide companies (PADI, EFR, DSAT, Current Publishing).
 Remain current with recent innovations in the fields of instructional design and emerging technology for educational
delivery and apply current knowledge and advancements in instructional design and theory to the development process
 Maintain and/or develop subject matter and instructional design expertise in general and as appropriate for assigned
project topics/disciplines for appropriate PADI Worldwide companies.
 Plan, develop, design and evaluate educational programs, training materials and textbooks including all digital media, as
assigned.
 Participate in project teams as a subject matter expert, instructional designer, reviewer, and/or any other pertinent role,
and meet all obligations to the team including delivery dates, content quality and quantity, participation, and research as
defined in the scope.
 Network with global company resources as well as outside experts to ensure products are developed to meet the needs of
a global audience and have support and comprehension of all key stakeholder in all offices. This calls for effectively
communicating in written, visual, and oral forms
 Identify and resolve ethical and legal implications of design within all products during initial development as well as
during a continuous evaluation of existing products
 Conduct, as necessary, research, analysis and testing required to ensure development of products and programs
accurately meet target market and learning objectives
 Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, in education, instructional design, computer based training, or related field;
 Writing, programming or designing computer based training is a plus
 Minimum of two years’ experience training in Education/Instructional Design.
 Related industry practical teaching and experience in the following disciplines is a plus: Recreational scuba diving,
emergency care – first aid, marine science.
 PADI Professional rating of Divemaster or higher is strongly desired but not required
 Samples of work will be requested
CERTIFICATION LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
 PADI Diver, professional member strongly preferred
 CPR and First Aid credential or experience is a plus
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Computer literate to include word processing, spreadsheet, database management, e-mail and Internet/Worldwide
Web.
Problem solver.
Excellent communications skills essential.
Ability to lead and work with people inter and intra departmentally, and get the work done through others while
maintaining team spirit and morale.
Dedication to quality, efficiency and customer service.
Strong organization and project management skills.
Willingness to learn to Scuba Dive if not already certified, and participate in Scuba diving activities
Ability to handle multiple priorities with skill and produce results.
Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and working with a variety of cultures
Must be able to meet deadlines and develop content within scope parameter
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, submit your resume WITH SALARY REQUIREMENTS to
jobs@PADI.com or via fax to 949.267.2125. To learn more about PADI go to www.padi.com.