Instructional Designer

Job Description

Working at IRSC has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, IRSC offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Flexible Spending
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation
• Voluntary participation in 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans

Job Summary:

Develops engaging and effective learning experiences for the college. Works closely with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and other team members to design and develop high-quality instructional content and courses for online and other technology-assisted educational venues. Provides support to face-to-face courses utilizing cutting-edge tools. Support is provided through the use of various tools and technologies, such as eLearning authoring software and learning management systems to create courses, modules, and assessments. Interacts diplomatically with the faculty, support staff, and College administrators in a professional, diplomatic, and timely manner.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities:

• Manages multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish, including but not limited to working with faculty and other technology staff to analyze, design, and develop pedagogically sound technology enriched learning environments in accordance with Quality Matters and instructional design methodology, designing course maps, syllabi, accessible content, rubrics, and interactive content;
• Uses industry leading authoring tools to develop and maintain course templates, course content, course syllabi, and communications including but not limited to: Higher Ed Learning Management Systems, Storyline, H5P, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, Collaborate, Articulate, Echo360, etc.
• Applies knowledge and general understanding of laws associated with ADA compliance (including sections 504 and 508), accessibility considerations for online learning, and familiarity with principles of Universal Design for Learning.
• Conducts and facilitating internal and external online Quality Matters Reviews to assure quality standards of online course design.
• Develops and delivers professional development, instructional resources, job aids, and training initiatives in partnership with other parts of the college in the areas of online teaching, course design, instructional technologies, and pedagogy.
• Responsible for keeping abreast of emerging applications of instructional design theory and instructional technology.
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge And Skill Requirements:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution required and a minimum of two (2) years related work experience in curriculum design/training in a professional environment; OR Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Instructional Design/Educational Technology or related field required and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in instructional design/educational technology (preferred)

Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Matters as it relates to the instructional design process. (preferred)

• Demonstrated proficiency/experience in designing curriculum utilizing learning objects with an understanding of applications of technology to online, hybrid and face-to-face courses;
• Experience with technical writing, visual design, and/or video design is preferred, particularly writing storyboards;
• Knowledge of instructional design theories and models;
• Experience with learning management systems, multimedia development processes, and accessibility and copyright requirements;
• Knowledge of emerging technology as related to instruction and experience with digital technologies, multimedia applications and distance learning technologies;
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal as well as excellent presentation skills;

• Demonstrated mastery of the ADDIE model, educational technology tools, and possesses exceptional skills in written communication, presentation, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, motivated, ability to take initiative, effective time management, prioritize responsibilities;
• Comfortable working both independently and under supervision, as well as collaboratively with team members.
• Good listener with coaching skills;

Physical Demands:

This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.  It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position.  This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification

Staff

Supervisory

No

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Employment Type

Regular

Compensation and Application Deadline

Pay range starts at: $67,654.48. All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate’s education and experience. Open until filled.

About Organization

Indian River State College (IRSC) is a public, comprehensive college with a statewide and national reputation for excellence. Located in Florida’s Treasure Coast region, each of the College’s five campuses provide unparalleled educational environments for those residing in St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River and Okeechobee counties.

IRSC serves nearly 30,000 students annually and offers more than 100 programs leading to Bachelor’s degrees, Associate degrees, technical certificates and applied technology diplomas. Continuing a 59-year tradition of responsiveness to community needs, IRSC is committed to advancing the educational, cultural, career training, workforce and economic development of its surrounding area. IRSC is recognized as the premier institution for higher education, emphasizing quality, affordability and convenience and is a key partner in the continuing development of the Treasure Coast region and as a national model for innovative use of technology in education.