View Job description for Sr. Instructional Designer

College of Western Idaho•Nampa, ID

3d•$68,777 - $85,971

About The Position

Design Workforce Learning That Drives Results as a Senior Instructional Designer at CWI! Are you passionate about creating innovative, industry‑aligned learning experiences for adult learners? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer to support workforce training, employer‑sponsored programs, and apprenticeship instruction through high‑quality course design, LMS optimization, and instructional technology leadership. Why Join CWI? CWI’s Workforce Development and Employer Partnerships programs play a critical role in preparing learners for in‑demand careers. In this role, you’ll collaborate with employers, subject‑matter experts, and instructors to design modern, accelerated, and skills‑focused learning experiences—while advancing instructional quality and innovation across workforce and professional training programs.

Requirements

4–5 years of instructional design experience
Experience with online learning as a student or instructor
Strong expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and online course development
Proficiency with learning management systems, particularly Canvas
Experience administering or supporting LMS platforms (course setup, enrollments, troubleshooting)
Experience developing instructional materials using video and e‑learning tools (e.g., SnagIt, Camtasia, Adobe Captivate)
Experience collaborating with instructors, SMEs, and industry professionals
Strong project management, organizational, and presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with SCORM, HTML, Section 508 accessibility standards, and web‑based instructional technologies

Responsibilities

Partner with Workforce Development and Employer Partnership leadership, instructors, SMEs, and employer partners to translate industry skill needs into effective learning experiences
Collaborate with instructors to design, develop, and continuously improve courses, including video‑based and interactive learning materials
Design modular, accelerated, and short‑term training programs tailored for adult learners and workforce needs
Design, test, recommend, and implement solutions to optimize Canvas and related learning technologies
Maintain LMS course shell blueprints and manage content migration based on course timelines
Provide LMS administration and technical support for Workforce Development and Employer Education teams
Train instructors on Canvas, instructional software, video production, and job aid creation
Support instructors delivering instruction across in‑person, online, hybrid, remote, and employer‑site environments
Provide guidance on instructional best practices, presentation techniques, and adult learning strategies
Support continuous improvement through course reviews, learner feedback, and instructional quality indicators
Apply adult learning theory and instructional design best practices to enhance learner engagement and outcomes
Stay current on instructional technologies and workforce education trends