Instructional Designer II

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Job Title Instructional Designer II Job Grade IT22S Division Innovative and Learning-Centric Institution College/Dept ILCI Department ILCI Operations

Requisition Number  FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.00 Work Schedule 8-5 M-F Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? Yes - partial remote/telecommute opportunity Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? Pay Information 56,900 - 65,000 Pay Schedule Annually FLSA Designation Exempt Position Summary

This position performs a variety of instructional design functions related to the planning, development, and delivery of courses. This position provides subject matter experts (SMEs) with course design support in creating effective and engaging learning environments informed by desired learning outcomes. The role involves consulting with individuals from diverse disciplines to identify course goals and applicable evidence-based instructional strategies. An area of focus will be the integration of innovative online and technology-enhanced course components to enhance learning across different delivery modes.

The position will also provide pedagogical training/tutorials/tools/templates to course developers regarding topics related to online teaching, the Canvas LMS, course design, and integration of instructional technology. This position researches instructional design theories and new academic technologies/tools for applicability.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area:
Instructional Design Support Duties:

* Collaborate with faculty/SME on the design of learning activities and authentic assessments that encourage critical thinking skills and student-centered online learning

* Assist faculty/SME with constructing learning environments that address various learning styles and promote accessibility, interaction, social presence, student engagement, and community among students and between students and faculty.

* Partner with faculty/SME to evaluate course design using a rubric, provide feedback to support continuous improvement, and implement feedback to revise courses.

* Collaborates with academic technology experts to recommend appropriate use of technology that meets instructional objectives. Collaborates with subject matter experts, team members, academic technologists, and others to provide support services for instructional, technological and institutional challenges related to digital learning.

* Research new technologies and participate in professional development to keep current with rapid changes in technology, course design, and higher education.

* Work with faculty/SME to develop templates for course design.

* Design and storyboard interactive learning activities, selecting video material, assisting in media production by coaching and script editing.

Percentage Of Time 65 Essential Function:
Yes Responsibility Area:
Training Duties:

Assist with creating and conducting faculty development programming, series, workshops and training in a variety of formats centered around teaching with technology.

Percentage Of Time 5 Essential Function:
Yes Responsibility Area:
Communication, Support, and Collaboration Duties:

* Use project management systems to monitor, update, and report on the status of ongoing projects.

* Ensure comprehensive support to team members and partners, including timely communication over email, in project management software, and in person

* Provide exceptional support to various stakeholders in the instructional design process (including, but not limited to, graduate assistants, faculty, and staff) as they create and maintain online course materials

* Collaborate with instructional design team members to maintain consistent quality of courses across UNO

* Implement strategic initiatives from ILCI Division (and other campus partners, as appropriate).

* Collaborate with academic technology experts to recommend solutions.

* Participate in strategic planning and decision-making related to online and blended learning.

* Assist with instructional design projects

* Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by supervisor.

Percentage Of Time 30 Essential Function:
Yes

Required and

Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

* Bachelor's Degree in instructional design, educational technology, or related academic discipline.

* Training in instructional design, educational technology or related field.

Required…