Instructional Designer & Academic Scheduling Coordinator

Job Profile

Instructional Technologist 2

Instructional Design and Technology

Full time

$64,000-$72,000 per year; DOE

Under general direction of the Assistant Director of Academic Administration, this position supports instructional design and development in collaboration with faculty and subject matter experts to create high-quality, technology-enhanced learning experiences for the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership (SCETL). The role applies instructional design principles and educational technologies to develop engaging instructional materials aligned with learning objectives. This position also supports academic scheduling and course data management, including maintenance of course schedules, room assignments, and related academic systems.

• Collaborate with faculty to design and develop instructionally sound learning materials and assessments aligned with learning objectives
• Support development and alignment of learning outcomes with course content
• Apply instructional design principles to create engaging learning experiences across modalities (in-person, hybrid, online)
• Use learning technologies, LMS platforms, and authoring tools to develop instructional content
• Evaluate instructional needs and assist in course and training redesign
• Provide instructional design consultation and technical support to faculty
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance instructional quality and accessibility
• Develop and maintain instructional templates, guides, and design standards
• Assess effectiveness of instructional materials and recommend improvements
• Stay current on instructional design trends and best practices

• Maintain course schedules, room assignments, and related data in university systems
• Support semester scheduling processes and faculty assignment updates
• Perform course clean-up and data validation each term
• Assist with scheduling data management in People Soft and related systems
• Provide user support and training on scheduling processes and systems
• Maintain documentation of scheduling workflows and procedures

• Manage assigned projects and priorities to meet deadlines and unit needs
• Ensure accuracy, quality, and professionalism in all deliverables
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Knowledge of instructional design theories, learning sciences, and pedagogical best practices
• Experience designing and developing instructional materials in higher education or professional training environments
• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, or equivalent) and instructional technologies, including authoring and multimedia tools
• Ability to translate complex content into clear, engaging, and accessible learning experiences
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices (e.g., ADA, WCAG)
• Experience collaborating with faculty, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of academic scheduling processes and/or university course management systems (preferred), including experience with data systems such as People Soft or equivalent ERP systems
• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse 75 percent; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work 10 percent. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds 15 percent. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include or be subject to resolution of conflicts.

Campus:
Tempe

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.