Learning Experience Designer

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 13 Jan 2024

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA01409PO23
Job Family Academic and Professional Training and Development
Job Function Instructional Technology
USC Market Title Curriculum Developer
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131836
Job Level P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) Learning Experience Designer
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management
Department HRSM College of HRSM
State Pay Band 6
Approved Starting Salary $49,396
Advertised Salary Range $49,396 - $60,000
Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Standard operational hours for the University are Monday through Friday from 8:30am until 5:00pm. Hours for this position may vary depending on the needs of the College.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Other Professional


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management’s Learning Experience Designer (LED) will be a primary point of contact for best practices in teaching and learning, use of instructional technologies, course development, and quality assessment of individual courses. The LED will assist in execution of the college’s strategic plans for course and program growth and enhancement by creating a repository of resources as well as providing training, coaching, and assisting faculty in developing and delivering pedagogically-sound courses in a variety of formats, including but not limited to face-to-face, online, blended, and Flex delivery methods. The LED will also work with faculty in the use of varied learning technologies and building courses within the university’s LMS platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 or more years of instructional design related experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in related field and 2 or more years of experience in online, face-to-face, and blended course development and coaching in use of instructional technology in higher education.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge - High level of familiarity in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) in higher education, best practices for online learning, adult learning theory (andragogy), and quality assessment models.
Skills - Demonstrated competence in coaching faculty in course development and use of instructional technology; Proficiency in use of varied learning technologies and LMS platforms used in higher education.
Abilities - Service-orientation in working with a variety of constituents, often on a time-compressed schedule; Sound judgment and ability to prioritize tasks with little supervision; Creative and collaborative solution-finding.
Other – Experience/certification in quality review of courses is a plus.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Academic Training and Development
Design and deliver professional and skills-based training for all who teach in the College of HRSM. Develop and maintain accessible repository of tools and resources for best practices in teaching and learning, use of instructional technologies, course development, and quality assessment of courses taught in a variety of formats (e.g., online, blended, face-to-face).
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 35
Job Duty
Academic Coaching
Provide individualized, one-on-one coaching for all who teach in the College of HRSM. Guide in developing and delivering pedagogically-sound courses in a variety of formats. Train in the use of varied learning tools and technologies. Coach in building courses and using technology within the university’s LMS platforms.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 35
Job Duty
Instructional Technology
Provide professional-level guidance in using enhanced learning classrooms and conference room environments. Maintain current in emerging educational technologies for instructional delivery used in a variety of formats and provide assistance and coaching regarding their use.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Special Projects
Coordinate and supervise special projects in support of college objectives, including consultation services, course development projects, classroom enhancements, online programming, student engagement/outcomes, and related matters.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Other
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 01/16/2024
Job Open Date 11/29/2023
Job Close Date 01/13/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. 
We are only accepting applications submitted by January 13, 2024.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/158994
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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