Position Title:Instructional Designer II

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:Experience assisting clients in course design and implementation.

Experience working with multiple clients in a corporate, higher education or other large organization.

Experience managing multiple projects from concept to completion and making recommendations for best practice solutions.

Experience in researching new technologies and bringing suggestions to leadership.

Experience working across teams and units to accomplish common goals.

Familiarity with Quality Matters and/or other quality assurance tools for online learning environments.

Job Description:

Summary

The Instructional Designer II position within Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) collaborates with subject matter experts to effectively design, develop and support courses across all modalities at the University. This position will provide guidance regarding technologies supported at the university.

Responsibilities

• Partners with subject matter experts and instructors on the creation of high-quality designed and developed courses for online and in-person courses, etc.

• Participates in course auditing, updating, and quality design assurance for online and in-person environments.

• Assists subject matter experts in the designing and development of courses with current systems and technologies.

• Provides guidance to stakeholders on instructional design standards and established procedures.

• Works in collaboration with units across campus.

• Collaborate with clients on developing additional materials as needed.

  The successful candidate will have

• Graphic design knowledge

• An understanding of HTML in relation to online training

• Enthusiasm and creativity geared towards learning

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, Articulate Storyline or similar content creating software, and Adobe products (ex: InDesign & Photoshop)

• Audio and video editing skills as related to course development

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

• The ability to work well with a variety of staff.

• The ability to communicate effectively.

All staff members are expected to interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

This is a 1 year fixed term with opportunity for renewal.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Example of Duties• Consults with faculty, staff, and other subject matter experts to support online teaching, courses, and programs.• Develops and converts courses and programs to innovative online and other technology-assisted venues.• Utilizes cutting-edge and creative design and course delivery options.• Utilizes learning theory to select instructional models best suited to enhance critical thinking and information literacy skills.• Analyzes, designs, develops, and implements online courses and web-based training.• Aids in identifying learning objectives and content.• Writes and develops content as needed.Level Guidelines• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:June 2, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS808

Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date: April 25, 2024

Posting Close Date:May 8, 2024

Job Requisition Number:R14513

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