Instructional Designer and Online Course Instructor

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004168P
Position Title Instructional Designer and Online Course Instructor
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Location Off Campus Location - May reside anywhere in Idaho
Posting Context Statement
Full-time or part-time employment will be considered for this position.
Position Overview
The Instructional Designer and Online Courses Coordinator will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and coordinating high-quality online courses to facilitate effective and engaging learning experiences for our diverse audience. This position will collaborate closely with the Digital Economy Program (DEP) staff to design, develop, and coordinate high-quality online certification courses. These courses will not only engage learners effectively but also equip them with key skills relevant to the digital economy. This role will encompass a spectrum of responsibilities, from managing multiple projects concurrently to providing visually creative, on-brand design solutions. Adhering to creative strategy timelines outlined in project briefs, gathering and implementing feedback and input, and ensuring the seamless execution of technical requirements. In addition, this position will encompass responsibilities for setting up and maintaining online courses within UI Extension’s learning management system (LMS). The role will also extend to recruiting, advising, and monitoring the progress of online students toward course and certification completion.
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/cals

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • One year of experience in instructional design and curriculum development for online courses.
  • Experience in using educational technologies.
  • Experience with pedagogical principles, learning theories, and adult learning concepts.
  • Experience with multimedia content creation tools and techniques.
  • Experience with written communication skills and attention to detail and quality as evidenced by application materials.
  • Project management experience, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with computers and online technology.
  • Experience with collaboration and teamwork.
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
Required Other
Additional Preferred
  • One (1) year of experience using Articulate 360.
  • One (1) year of experience using Adobe Captivate.
  • One (1) year of experience in working with underserved audiences.
  • One (1) year of experience developing and delivering live or online seminars, conferences, courses, or presentations to small and large audiences.
  • Master’s Degree or graduate-level education in education instructional design or related discipline.
  • Familiarity with data analysis and assessment in an educational context.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Experience using a variety of technologies/resources to integrate distance learning best practices into course design and instruction.
  • Experience using artificial intelligence voices.
  • Experience creating animation.
  • Experience working in higher education, government, or community services.
  • Ability to read and write fluently in Spanish.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $26.35 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 10/23/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by November 30, 2023, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
Please upload your portfolio and/or work samples in “OTHER DOCUMENT 1.”
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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