Instructional Designer FS9932

Oklahoma State University•Oklahoma City, OK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Designer works collaboratively with faculty and Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) staff to design, develop, and implement high-quality learning experiences for face-to-face, online, and blended or hybrid courses. The position supports OSU-OKC faculty and staff in adopting and applying instructional technologies, designing new courses, revising existing courses and materials, and applying instructional design principles and quality standards to online and hybrid courses. It also provides faculty training on course design, instructional technologies, and the Canvas learning management system. The role manages multiple projects simultaneously, assesses and mitigates risks, reports progress, and communicates with stakeholders to support collaboration and accountability. It analyzes learner and faculty needs; develops course content, eLearning objects, and complete courses; facilitates professional development; creates training and support materials; and helps evaluate courses against established quality standards. The Instructional Designer may also contribute to policies and procedures for online course quality and delivery, complete mandatory training, participate in at least two professional development activities annually, and perform other assigned duties. The position follows a Monday-through-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule, with occasional evenings and weekends and flexibility to work some nights and weekends. Work is performed in an office environment with substantial public contact, including in-person, telephone, email, communication-platform, and workshop interactions. Occasional travel may be required. Physical demands include extended periods of sitting, talking, and listening; extensive computer, telephone, and office-equipment use; and possible lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning Technologies, Instructional Technology, Educational Psychology, Education, or a related field.
At least three years of recent experience teaching as instructor of record in a higher education environment.
At least two years of experience providing instructional design services in a higher education or academic environment, including designing and developing learning content, courses, and resources focused on active learning and effective teaching and learning practices.
At least two years of experience with online learning technologies, including intermediate-to-advanced proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Desire2Learn/Brightspace, Blackboard, or similar systems.
Experience providing training workshops or sessions for higher-education faculty and/or staff on instructional design principles, learning theories, active learning techniques, and instructional technology features or functionality.
Thorough knowledge of instructional design principles and approaches, such as ADDIE, systematic instructional design, iterative design or rapid prototyping, Backward Design, and SAM.
In-depth knowledge of adult education and learning, including learning theories, andragogical principles, active learning, and student engagement strategies.
Intermediate-to-advanced knowledge of LMS features and functionality and media tools and platforms such as YuJa, Panopto, Zoom, YouTube, or Camtasia.
Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning principles, accessibility and ADA compliance, WCAG 2.2 guidelines, and other accessibility standards.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of teaching, learning, and instructional technology issues, trends, and best practices.
Strong eLearning authoring skills using tools such as Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, iSpring Suite, or Trivantis Lectora Inspire.
Creativity and web design skills, especially in HTML5 and CSS.
Proficiency in creating multimedia assets for online learning using tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, Snagit, and Microsoft Office 365.
Strong communication, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Advanced planning, organization, and self-management skills.
Ability to work with faculty subject-matter experts to design, develop, and maintain online and hybrid courses.
Ability to integrate educational technologies to promote effective teaching strategies and improve student learning experiences.
Ability to relate effectively to college faculty, adjunct instructors, and staff in individual and group settings.
Commitment to assisting customers and representing OSU-OKC and OSU positively and professionally.
Demonstrated ethical and professional behavior.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.
Ability to perform duties involving extended sitting, talking, and listening; extensive use of computers, telephones, and other office equipment; and possible lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience teaching fully online and/or blended or hybrid courses in a higher education environment.
Familiarity with plagiarism detection solutions such as TurnItIn and remote online proctoring solutions such as ProctorU, Respondus, Honorlock, or Verity.
Significant experience with online learning tools and management systems, new media applications, and content development tools.
Familiarity with instructional applications of video conferencing, interactive video, podcasting, and related technologies.
Quality Matters Peer Reviewer, Master Reviewer, or other Quality Matters certification.

Responsibilities

Analyze learner and faculty needs; design interventions and recommend instructional strategies and technologies to support desired learning outcomes.
Design and develop learning content, eLearning objects, and complete courses for online and hybrid or blended delivery using eLearning authoring tools.
Collaborate with faculty and CTLE staff to promote effective teaching strategies, select appropriate learning technologies, and plan, design, or coordinate course materials.
Design, plan, develop, and facilitate virtual and in-person professional development on instructional design, Canvas and other instructional technologies, learning theories, active learning, adult learning, and student engagement.
Create training and support materials for faculty as needed.
Collaborate with the accessibility team and CTLE staff to facilitate faculty workshops on accessibility standards and Universal Design for Learning principles.
Analyze and evaluate courses and curricula, report findings, and work with faculty and CTLE staff to ensure online and hybrid courses meet quality standards.
Document the scope, risks, progress, and milestones of assigned projects using project plans, scope documents, and reports as appropriate.
Participate in developing policies and procedures for online course quality, design, and delivery.
Complete mandatory training and participate in at least two professional development activities each year.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.