Instructional Designer

Instructional Designer/Technologist II

CLASSIFICATION

TITLE:

Instructional Designer/Technologist II
UNION CODE: R09
TYPE: Full-time
PAY PLAN: 12-month
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)
TEMPORARY END DATE: This position is temporary and ends on or before December 31, 2026. Any continuation beyond December 31, 2026, is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding.
ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: Step 1 $ 6,492 – Step 4 $ 6,890 (offer amount will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, education, skills, and training.)
CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $6,492 - $9,458
PAY BASIS: Monthly

CSUB offers a best‑in‑class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 15 paid holidays per year and more! See the benefits website for additional information.
CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE

TO APPLY:

Open to all qualified applicants

Applications must be received by May 6, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

The Instructional Designer, under general supervision of the Director, Faculty Teaching & Learning Center, provides professional‑level instructional design and academic technology consultation to faculty and academic departments to enhance teaching and learning across online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face modalities. The incumbent collaborates with faculty to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate technology‑enhanced curricula and instructional materials grounded in pedagogical best practices. The role applies instructional design methodologies and knowledge of academic technologies to improve course quality, accessibility, and student engagement.

The position independently manages multiple projects and priorities, develops training and resources, and partners with IT and campus stakeholders to support the effective integration of instructional technologies. This position directly contributes to faculty development, student success, and institutional goals related to digital learning and instructional innovation.

• Partner with faculty to design, redesign, and implement online and hybrid courses using instructional design frameworks (e.g., backward design, Quality Matters principles).
• Consult with faculty and academic departments to analyze course objectives, instructional strategies, and learning outcomes to design and develop effective, technology‑enhanced learning experiences.
• Evaluate course structure, assessments, and instructional materials to recommend improvements that enhance alignment, engagement, and learning effectiveness.
• Guide faculty in the pedagogically sound integration of the Learning Management System (LMS) and other instructional technologies into course delivery.
• Provide individualized consultation and project support for course development initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with best practices.
• Assist faculty in developing measurable learning outcomes and aligning instructional activities and assessments accordingly.
• Apply accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA) to course design and provide recommendations to ensure inclusive learning environments.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with faculty to assess needs, provide follow‑up support, and evaluate course effectiveness post‑implementation.

• Design and develop multimedia instructional materials, including videos, tutorials, and digital learning objects, to support course delivery and faculty training.
• Collaborate with faculty and technical staff to produce engaging, user‑centered, and pedagogically sound digital content.
• Review instructional materials and course content to ensure accessibility compliance and usability.
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance learner engagement, navigation, and content delivery.
• Assist faculty in converting traditional materials into accessible, technology‑enhanced formats.