About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.

We are looking for applicants who reflect California’s diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.

Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community, increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online and international students, and improve the workforce.

UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

Position Summary

This position will apply instructional design and technology principles to create and support engaging, interactive online courses.

This position will create online course materials and courses within an LMS (Canvas) that meet specific goals for the mission of the department (EDT-SSALLEX). This position will also assist in the creation of media content, such as podcasts, videos. They will also work collaboratively in a team to design course templates, improve and evaluate courses, and design/redesign content to ensure it matches the client’s needs. This position will also research and implement new technologies, collaborate with clients and technology staff to resolve issues related to technology use, and train others on how to use new tools and technologies. Experience with Cidilabs and LTIs are a plus!

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 12/30/2024. For full consideration, please apply by 01/06/2025.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Director of EDT, Academic Design Manager, instructors, subject matter experts, and academic staff to determine methods for delivery of educational technology tools, course design, and course content.
• Advocates technology tools and creative processes that advance student engagement and academic learning.
• Performs highly complex assessments of internal requirements and client requirements for instructional technology tools and advises on the appropriate technology.
• Assesses current or emerging technology and advises on its appropriate use for teaching, course development, and delivery.
• Acts as key resource for the most complex and critical educational technology integrations with high touch clients.
• Applies advanced professional knowledge in instructional design and technology to create and design complex online courses, maps learning objectives/outcomes to create performance data.
• Applies programming knowledge and user experience principles to enable the delivery of user behavior data related to interactive learning activities.
• Collaborates with the Educational Design and Technology (EDT) Academic Design Manager (ADM) to test content and learning tools to determine if they meet usability and ADA requirements for the division. Works with EDT ADM to research and document copyright for embedded media and other non-faculty-created content.
• Identifies and assists the EDT ADM with requirements and specific technical needs for most complex and significant online course and instructional technology needs.
• Collaborates with other EDT team members in overseeing standards and development of online support, user documentation and/or user requirements.
• Creates multimedia content, including interactive learning activities, video or audio components. Establishes detailed schedules for individual or multiple courses within a program, and oversees production.
• Works in a collaborative manner with EDT instructional designers, technology staff, faculty, and teaching assistants and demonstrates diplomacy and tact in all communications.
• Solves complex content or delivery related issues through the application of technology tools and approaches, and produces production processes for training and use across EDT teams and academic departments.
• Works in a collaborative manner with others in a diverse environment and at all levels in the organization to prioritize work assignments, conduct analysis, and develop recommendations.
• Leads the process to conduct appropriate job and task analyses in the context of technical or specialized training in Instructional Technologies.
• Actively seeks out knowledge of new and emerging educational technologies.
• Researches potential solutions new technologies could provide.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced ability to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced analytical, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, collaboration and negotiation skills.
• Advanced knowledge of and/or can quickly learn organization policies and procedures, including policies that impact online course development.
• Advanced knowledge of instructional design principles and learning strategies, including needs analysis, backwards design, learning outcomes and assessment design, and instructional approaches including lecture, discussion, activities, projects, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of the technical tools and platforms required to achieve the delivery of engaging and media-rich online learning content, and of trends in the use and effectiveness of educational technology and learning.
• Advanced understanding of business strategies and market priorities related to online learning and achievement of organizational goals.
• Advanced knowledge and skills with relevant business software systems and content creation tools.
• Advanced knowledge of applying adult learning theories and education methodologies in creative ways.
• Advanced knowledge of e-learning strategies including but not limited to courses (e.g., processes and technologies, etc.).
• Expert level skills in application of planning, resourcing and monitoring of effective design life cycles of training and other learning and performance solutions to support the organization.
• Thorough knowledge to conduct appropriate job and task analyses in the context of instructional design of technical or specialized training.
• Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 1-year, full-time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension. This is an exempt position, which is paid monthly at an annual rate.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California’s Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $95,000.00 – $110,000.00.

How To Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This position is eligible for up to 100% remote work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” Means Any Violation Of The Policies Or Laws Governing Conduct At The Applicant’s Previous Place Of Employment, Including, But Not Limited To, Violations Of Policies Or Laws Prohibiting Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Or Other Forms Of Harassment, Discrimination, Dishonesty, Or Unethical Conduct, As Defined By The Employer. For Reference, Below Are UC’s Policies Addressing Some Forms Of Misconduct

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

The University of California’s Affirmative action policy.

The University of California’s Anti-Discrimination policy.

Referral Source info

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About Organization

A wellspring of innovation, the school occupies a 1,232-acre campus near downtown Berkeley. UC Berkeley, also known as Cal, was established in 1868 as the flagship of today’s 10-campus University of California.