Adult Education Specialist/LMS Administrator at Linchpin Solutions Inc – Fayetteville, North Carolina

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Adult Education Specialist/LMS Administrator.

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Work Schedule: Onsite Monday-Friday, Fulltime.

Role Overview:

The Joint Interoperability & Data Link Training Center (JID-TC) seeks an Adult Education Specialist to support curriculum development and maintenance for advanced Joint Tactical Data Link (TDL) training programs. This role will work closely with the Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) and training staff to ensure courseware remains current, relevant, and aligned with Department of Defense (DoD) standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in adult learning principles, curriculum design, and strong proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Moodle.

General Skillset

• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and individually
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed

Specific Skillset

• Assist ISD in updating and maintaining JID-TC course catalog and curriculum documentation (lesson plans, instructor guides, student guides, practical exercises).
• Support implementation of quarterly and annual curriculum updates per the Curriculum Control Plan (CCP).
• Incorporate feedback from Courseware Change Requests (CCRs) and End-of-Course critiques into curriculum revisions.
• Maintain practical exercises and scenarios aligned with current operational and future threat environments.
• Serve as primary Moodle manager for course creation, content management, enrollment, grading, and student progress tracking.
• Transition historical student records into Moodle and maintain accurate databases for trend analysis and compliance.
• Integrate interactive web tools (chat, VOIP, online testing, grading) into LMS environment.
• Provide technical support and training to staff and students on Moodle operations.
• Apply adult learning theory and instructional best practices to enhance course effectiveness.
• Collaborate with ISD and SMEs to ensure instructional materials meet DoD standards, SCORM compliance, and accessibility requirements.
• Support development of distance learning modules and multimedia enhancements.
• Assist in maintaining automated critique programs for course evaluations.
• Ensure version control and documentation for all course materials.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years in adult education, curriculum development, or instructional systems design.
• Strong proficiency with Moodle and other LMS platforms.
• Familiarity with DoD training standards and SCORM compliance.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional methodologies (e.g., ADDIE).
• Excellent organizational, writing, and editing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Experience with military training programs or TRADOC standards is preferred.
• Familiarity with Joint Tactical Data Link operations and terminology is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud is preferred.

Build Your Career With Us

Linchpin Solutions’ professional services organization is committed to delivering qualified candidates that meet or exceed clients’ technical and management expectations. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, project management, and other key areas. We provide personnel that become valuable assets to the organizations they serve and contribute to the overall skill diversity and strength of the Linchpin Team.

Career Choices

Linchpin’s success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing the company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create.

Pay Transparency Statement:

Linchpin Solutions is committed to compliance with applicable pay transparency laws and regulations. Final compensation for any position will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to:

• Relevant prior work experience
• Education and certifications
• Specific skills and competencies
• Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates
• Geographic location

While salary ranges may be provided for a position, these ranges are not a guarantee of final compensation, which may vary based on individual qualifications and the specific requirements of the contract.

Benefits:

In addition to competitive compensation, Linchpin Solutions offers a variety of benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-funded disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance and parental leave

Please note that the specific benefits and compensation details may vary depending on the employee’s position, date of hire, and contract terms.

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We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.