Instructional Designer Extended University

Position Information

Hiring Department:
Extended University

Reports To:

Director of Extended University

Job Location:

El Paso, Texas (Hybrid)

Posting End Date:
Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours:

40 hours per week, standard Monday
- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm.

FLSA status:
Exempt

Earliest

Start Date:

As soon as possible.

Salary: $35,916 annually.

• Resume
• List of three references

To design, develop, and implement online coursework jointly with University instructors. Primary tasks include consultation and pedagogical support to instructors, develop and manage multimedia (images, audio, video), and serve on multiple committees in support of Extended University. Will work under supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Work jointly with University instructors to develop online course content: identifying a balance between the subject matter, pedagogical best practices, and technology requirements.

Provides practical and theoretical advice to instructors for purposes of design, production, management, and assessment of instruction.

Designs and implements assessment instruments for evaluating the efficacy of online and hybrid courses.

Advise instructors on the following online course content: accessibility, engagement, and assessment.

Assist in planning, updating, and facilitating the Learning Academies to faculty and staff, which includes workshops, certificates, and research discussions.

Plan and deliver online training to faculty and staff, which includes workshops, certificates, and research discussions.

Assist in the design of multimedia course material, using graphic design software.

Promote Universal Design and comply with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508.

Ensure timely completion and delivery of instructional design projects, and capable of handling multiple tasks.

Research in latest instructional theories, online best practices, and emerging technologies.

Present online theory, pedagogy, and best practices at local and national conferences in the form of discussions and journal articles.

Collaborates with staff associates to design and develop instructional tools, objects, and experiences.

Provide exceptional customer service to faculty, staff, and Extended University external partners.

Commitment to teamwork and flexibility.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite, HTML and CSS web design languages, and ability to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

No supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university
• Experience:
  
  Two years of related experience in instructional consulting, working within the online learning environment, and production of instructional objects and activities in both technological and non-technological environments.
• Proficient in graphic design production.
• Familiar with Learning Management Systems such as Blackboard and/or Canvas.
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS web design languages.

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