Jason Edelman
Litchfield Park
Summary
Instructional Design Leader with 10+ years of experience creating impactful learning solutions that align with organizational goals. Expertise in team leadership, training program design, e-learning development, and leveraging data-driven strategies to improve employee performance. Adept at driving operational excellence, optimizing training processes, and delivering measurable outcomes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement scalable solutions in diverse environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Design Supervisor
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Designed and delivered 30+ training programs, improving employee productivity by 15% and achieving a 96.6% satisfaction rating
- Directed training rollouts across 10+ regions, ensuring a 90% compliance rate through multilingual resources and tailored solutions
- Managed a team of 6 instructional designers to create 150+ high-quality training sessions annually, improving content quality by 20%
- Partnered with leadership to align training strategies with business goals, increasing compliance completion rates by 25%
- Enhanced L&D processes by introducing an instructional design framework and training project management tools
Lead Instructional Designer
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed scalable e-learning solutions, reducing onboarding time by 25%
- Streamlined training creation processes through collaboration systems, maintaining stakeholder satisfaction above 90%
Training Officer II (Curriculum Developer)
Arizona Department of Corrections
12.2016 - 09.2021
- Partnered with subject matter experts to create engaging and effective curricula aligned with organizational goals
- Delivered leadership-focused training sessions, enhancing collaboration and department-wide morale
- Implemented performance improvement plans that significantly boosted operational efficiency
Quality Assurance Inspector
US Air Force Reserve
06.2019 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive audits to maintain operational excellence in high-stakes environments
- Mentored and coached junior team members, fostering a culture of accountability and leadership development
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Systems Craftsman
US Air Force Reserve
10.2016 - 06.2019
- Directed and coordinated maintenance activities for tactical aircraft, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards
Unit Training Manager
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 10.2016
- Monitored, tracked, and audited training programs for personnel using LMS, ensuring compliance and progression
Instructional Systems Designer
United States Air Force
07.2011 - 10.2016
- Created technology-driven instructional materials and redesigned curricula to enhance learning outcomes
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to align training content with organizational objectives
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Computer Technologies, Management/CIS
Park University
12.2013
Associate of Science (AS) - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
Community College of the Air Force
01.2007
Bachelor Studies - Computer and Information Systems Security
DeVry University
01.2002
Skills
- Instructional Design and Development
- Leadership and Team Development
- E-learning Tools (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate)
- Training Needs Analysis
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Operational Process Improvement
- Compliance and Regulatory Training
- Stakeholder management
Certificationsandlanguages
Real Colors Certified Facilitator, English, Fluent, French, Fluent
Certification
Real Colors Certified Facilitator, March 2023
Timeline
Instructional Design Supervisor
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona
02.2023 - 01.2025
Lead Instructional Designer
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona
09.2021 - 03.2023
Quality Assurance Inspector
US Air Force Reserve
06.2019 - Current
Training Officer II (Curriculum Developer)
Arizona Department of Corrections
12.2016 - 09.2021
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Systems Craftsman
US Air Force Reserve
10.2016 - 06.2019
Unit Training Manager
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 10.2016
Instructional Systems Designer
United States Air Force
07.2011 - 10.2016
Associate of Science (AS) - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Bachelor Studies - Computer and Information Systems Security
DeVry University
Real Colors Certified Facilitator, March 2023
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Computer Technologies, Management/CIS
Park University
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