Instructional Designer III

$31,200 - $31,200/Yr

Texas A&M University - Canyon, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Canyon, TX

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer III at West Texas A&M University plays a pivotal role in the development and support of classroom, hybrid, and online courses. Under general supervision, this position leads and manages the development of training for faculty and staff in areas of instructional design, andragogy, and best practices. The designer is responsible for ensuring that all instructional technologies, including the WTAMU Learning Management System, are effectively utilized and that faculty and students receive the necessary training and support. This role requires a commitment to compliance with university rules and procedures, as well as adherence to standards set by the Texas A&M University System, PCI security standards, and other relevant regulations such as FERPA and copyright laws. The Instructional Designer III collaborates closely with instructors and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design and develop online, blended, and web-enhanced courses. This includes managing course design and development projects, administering online development courses, and providing technical support for faculty and students. The designer is also tasked with leading the course review process, planning and developing instructional strategies, and researching emerging trends in instructional design. Additionally, the role involves creating training materials and conducting training sessions to assist faculty in utilizing course management tools and instructional technologies effectively. This position is integral to the Department of Academic Technology, ensuring compliance with various standards and regulations while fostering an environment of continuous improvement in instructional design practices. The Instructional Designer III is expected to perform usability studies, create reports, and recommend software and multimedia applications that enhance the learning experience. Overall, this role is essential in supporting the university's mission to provide high-quality education and training to its faculty and students.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with instructors and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design and develop online, blended, and web-enhanced courses.
• Consults and leads faculty and/or staff with instructional design.
• Manages course design and development projects.
• Administers and maintains online development courses/resources.
• Provides technical support and troubleshooting for faculty and students in the WTAMU Learning Management System as well as other instructional technologies.
• Designs online modules.
• Leads and manages the course review process.
• Plans, develops, and provides guidance for faculty and/or staff on instructional strategies and course design.
• Identifies and recommends the use of instructional strategies, technologies, and applications.
• Researches and reviews emerging instructional design innovations and trends.
• Oversees and manages the planning and coordinating materials with course instructor, instructional design team, and multimedia team.
• Leads faculty and/or staff through the design process and makes key design recommendations.
• Researches, reviews, and recommends software, multimedia applications, and web-based educational technologies.
• Performs usability studies and creates reports.
• Creates training materials and conducts training sessions for faculty and/or students including self-help documents, online tutorials, instructional videos, and other training modalities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience in instructional design.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of online course design principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and instructional technologies.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six (6) years of related experience.
• Knowledge of adult learning theories, assessment, and evaluation in course design and development in content areas.
• Demonstrated experience in course development and training.
• Working knowledge of authoring software, Adobe CS, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to design and develop workshops and supporting documentation and tutorials.
• Demonstrated proficiency in working within a learning management system in the role of developer, faculty and/or technical support.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to establish goals, meet deadlines, organize workflow and projects.
• Effective teamwork, organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans.
• Additional health and lifestyle programs.
• Optional retirement savings opportunities.
• Paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year.
• Half-off tuition and fees for employees and their dependents.
• Generous health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance packages.
• Free basic life insurance and enrollment in the Texas Teacher Retirement System.
• Flexible or compressed work-week arrangements.