Integration Solutions-Instructional Design

Western Governors University • Salt Lake City, UT

7d • $82,700 - $124,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Western Governors University (WGU) is hiring an Integration Solutions-Instructional Design professional to serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to instructional designers while functioning as a senior instructional designer. The role leads the integration of innovative features and practices into course design and content development, ensuring timely adoption of emerging instructional technologies and methodologies, including user experience. The position is a primary resource for instructional design “how-to” inquiries and documents and shares best practices. It also leads exploration and establishment of best practices for Generative AI and related technologies to improve instructional design and content development.

The role bridges instructional design expertise with adoption of educational technologies so instructional designers can create engaging, effective, and forward-thinking learning experiences. It is located in WGU’s Salt Lake City, Utah location and requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including attendance at designated company summits, typically one to two per year, and potentially conferences and other business-related events.

This is a full-time, regular position classified for 40 standard weekly hours and eligible for bonuses and the benefits listed in the posting. The stated pay range is $82,700 to $124,000.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, User Experience Design, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may substitute for education at the hiring manager’s discretion, generally at a rate of one year of experience for one year of education.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced experience in instructional design and content development for competency-based education.
• Project leadership in multiple areas, such as multiple programs, maintenance, or quality assurance.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in a job-relevant content or practice area.
• Expert knowledge of instructional design, curriculum development, and user experience.
• Advanced understanding of emerging instructional technologies, including Generative AI applications in education.
• Ability to integrate innovative instructional strategies into course and program design.
• Advanced technical writing and documentation skills.
• Strong mentoring and training abilities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Advanced project management skills, including risk assessment and process improvement.
• Track record of innovation in instructional design, course and program development, and process enhancements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess instructional effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Excellent organizational and self-management skills to handle multiple projects and priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning and innovation in instructional design and content development.

Nice To Haves

• UI/UX Certification.
• Quality Matters Certification.
• AI Certification, including prompt engineering.
• Terminal degree and any other applicable licenses or certifications.
• Advanced experience with systems and procedures for course and program development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for instructional designers, providing guidance in instructional design and content development.
• Lead integration of innovative instructional design features into course and program development.
• Ensure timely implementation of instructional design strategies and tools, and monitor their effectiveness and impact.
• Serve as the primary contact for instructional designers and stakeholders seeking best practices and “how-to” guidance on course and program design and development.
• Mentor new instructional designers and provide training and development opportunities, including to scale resources such as contractors.
• Lead exploration and implementation of emerging technologies, including Generative AI, in instructional design and content development; document best practices and innovation strategies.
• Develop and maintain best-practice documentation for instructional design roles.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance instructional strategies and maintain academic quality standards.
• Contribute to course development, ensuring alignment with WGU’s mission and academic quality standards.
• Facilitate training and ensure the Content Management System (CMS) aligns with Content Design and Development practices.
• Lead cross-functional projects and recommend and implement process improvements to improve instructional design and content development effectiveness.
• Provide training sessions, workshops, and resources to instructional designers and related roles.
• Coordinate contractors, including approving hours and tracking timelines for instructional design projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible for bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and mental healthcare.
• Health savings account and flexible spending account.
• Basic and voluntary life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity supplemental coverage.
• Legal and identity theft coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Wellbeing program.
• Discounted WGU tuition.
• Flexible paid time off without accrual.
• Flexible paid sick time without accrual.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior