Department Statement:

Enterprise Technology (ET) embraces its role as both an enabler and catalyst for advancing the vision and work of the New American University.  We are a values-driven organization.  Our commitments are reflected in all of the work we do in pursuit of operational excellence, the experience and delight of our community, and our strategic and innovation initiatives. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

 

Join the team that sparks human-centered innovation!

 

ET is a rapidly reconfigurable and entrepreneurial organization at ASU that prioritizes and

executes to meet the needs of our community of learners, faculty, researchers and staff. Our

work emphasizes autonomy, flexibility and distributed decision-making to leverage the strengths of individuals. Together, we embrace a culture that nurtures, engages and embraces many voices with a shared lens of positive community impact and expanded opportunities for collaboration.

Why join us?

• Mission oriented. Everything we do is to advance ASU’s charter — measuring who we include and how they succeed. We are staunch champions of learner success and put people first.
• Flexibility. Our flexible work environment allows employees to explore opportunities with their supervisor beyond the traditional work schedule. Opportunities include hybrid work where staff are in person three days per week.
• Culture forward. We embrace a Positive Core culture: Belonging, Relational, Authentic, Visionary and Empowered.
• Scale of impact. Our work changes the world. With 180k+ learners, faculty, researchers and staff, working with ET means you have the capacity to improve many lives and entire communities.
• World-class, low cost education. Our professional development is built in! ET encourages staff to seek additional certificates and degrees via ASU’s top ranked programs with major tuition breaks.
• Exposure to industry giants. ET partners with Amazon, Apple, Arista, Cox, Verizon, Salesforce, Alteryx and a diversity of technology companies to enhance our innovations and deepen their impact.

ASU Statement :

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic  excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world applications blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation’s fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

 

Job Profile:

Instructional Technologist 3

 

Job Family:

Instructional Design and Technology

 

Time Type:

Full time

 

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$75,000.00 USD Annual

 

Job Description:

Arizona State University, a global leader in innovative education, seeks a Senior Instructional Designer to join the passionate Learning Experience (LX) Design team within Enterprise Technology. This role provides crucial leadership to support and enhance the LX Design team, driving course development initiatives and integrating cutting-edge technologies—including AI—to advance teaching and learning.

As a Senior Instructional Designer, you will collaborate with university stakeholders to develop engaging, forward-thinking instructional solutions that align with ASU’s mission of inclusive and impactful education. You will lead a team of instructional designers, ensuring project goals are met effectively and efficiently while fostering a collaborative development environment. From developing engaging instructional solutions to fostering collaboration across teams, your work will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education.

 

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with university stakeholders to design and implement innovative instructional strategies and processes.
• Lead a team comprising instructional designers and a multimedia specialist, streamlining workflows, achieving project goals, and fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.
• Elevate learning experiences through inclusive, impactful solutions aligned with ASU’s mission and values.
• Drive continuous improvement by refining instructional materials and consulting on the integration of technology.

At ASU, we believe great ideas are born from collaboration. Whether it is streamlining processes, solving challenges, or exploring new possibilities, you will join a team that values creativity, inclusivity, and growth.

 

Salary: $66,200 – 75,000.00 per year DOE

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

Leadership and Oversight

• Collaborate with Leadership: Partner with the Manager of Collaborative Learning Design and Production to align instructional design initiatives with university goals, ensuring consistent design standards and strategic alignment.
• Supervise and Mentor Staff: Guide team performance, provide coaching, and recommend professional development opportunities to foster growth and excellence. Cultivate a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and knowledge-sharing.
• Oversee Project Execution and Quality: Set KPIs, allocate resources, track and report milestones to ensure timely, high-quality project completion. Conduct quality reviews to confirm alignment with standards and provide leadership with progress updates and improvement recommendations.​

 

Instructional Design and Development

• Lead Curriculum Design: Oversee the conception, implementation, and structure of course designs, including courses, modules, and special projects, to maximize learner engagement and retention.
• Incorporate Evidence-Based Practices: Apply evidence-based instructional strategies to optimize the effectiveness and accessibility of learning experiences.
• Collaborate with Faculty and Stakeholders: Partner with faculty, subject matter experts (SMEs), and instructional designers to define learning objectives, curate content, and maintain quality standards across all deliverables.​

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Technology and Innovation

• Leverage Technology Tools: Recommend and implement innovative technologies, including generative AI, to elevate instructional content and learning experiences.
• Support Technology Adoption: Guide the effective use of learning platforms and digital tools to develop engaging and impactful learning experiences.

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Training and Resources

• Design and Deliver Professional Development: Develop and facilitate workshops, webinars, and training programs for faculty and instructional designers, incorporating best practices and adult learning theory to maximize engagement.
• Maintain Resource Repositories: Create and update templates, tutorials, and design standards to streamline instructional development and ensure alignment with university best practices and policies.

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Professional Growth and Representation

• Promote Innovation: Stay informed on emerging trends in instructional design, learning theories, and technology tools to drive continuous improvement within the team.
• Foster Team Development: Facilitate professional growth in areas like AI, multimedia design, and other emerging fields, encouraging team members to explore new opportunities.
• Represent the Team: Present at conferences, workshops, and events to showcase the team’s expertise and contribute to broader instructional design conversations.
• Take responsibility for fostering a positive culture, upholding organizational values, and championing engagement in all its forms.
• Collaborate across teams and actively participate in ET/ASU events and programs.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Educational Technology, Technology, or a related area.
• Five (5) years of providing learning/instructional design and/or technology development services. Or, any equivalent combination of experience or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

 

Desired Qualifications:

• A master’s or doctoral degree in education, curriculum and instruction, instructional design or technology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of instructional design and pedagogical approaches for diverse audiences and environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency with industry-leading technologies and tools for content development, presentations, and web-based tutorials.
• Experience with Canvas learning management system and troubleshooting related issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills in environments with multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience providing coaching and critical feedback.
• Leadership experience in mentoring junior staff and modeling effective practices.
• Successful completion of ASU’s Emerging Leaders or Supervisory Professional Development Program (or an equivalent leadership/management development program).
• Ability to model empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence
• Experience hiring in a values-led organization, emphasizing equity, inclusion and belonging
• Ability to help foster a safe psychological space for all teammates where everyone can thrive
• Ability to stimulate changes in individual, institutional, and corporate behaviors to create a more sustainable environment
• Ability to lead by example in communicating, participating and encouraging support of the institution’s sustainability programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of instructional design and pedagogical approaches, practices, and tools for diverse audiences/environments.
• Skill in using a variety of industry-leading technologies and products for development of content, presentations, web pages, web applications, and tutorials.
• Skill in using learning management systems.
• Skill in troubleshooting computer and web technology issues on common platforms.
• Skill in effective organization and time-management in an environment with multiple priorities and short deadlines.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to provide coaching and critical feedback.
• Ability to model effective organization and time-management in an environment with multiple priorities and short deadlines.

Working Environment:

• Tempe Campus 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Hybrid or flexible schedule as determined with supervisor and within ASU/Enterprise Technology guidelines.
• Activities primarily take place in a standard, climate-controlled office environment and may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, or moving between office spaces.
• This role involves regular use of a computer (desktop and/or laptop), including a keyboard and mouse.
• Responsibilities may require the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
• Effective communication and proficiency with a variety of technologies are essential for collaboration with the broader team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$2240.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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About Organization

ASU Enterprise Technology collaborates to design and deliver the technology experience for communities we serve at Arizona State University.

We do this by building a network – both by designing the digital infrastructure and cultivating an inclusive community – to deliver on ASU’s charter of access, equity and excellence.