Address
Form of workSalary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annually
Location : Longview, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 202300029
Division: Instruction (Division)
Department: Instruction & Learning Resources
Opening Date: 03/12/2024
Closing Date: 4/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Details
At a Glance! LCC's Instructional Designer will foster a climate of inclusive learning and ongoing skill development as part of the eLearning team. This position consults with faculty to design and continuously improve high quality learning environments based on research-informed adult learning theories and instructional design practices while promoting the effective use of technology in teaching and learning. Additionally, LCC's Instructional Designer will regularly provide relevant, innovative professional development to both faculty and staff to meet the college's evolving needs. We are looking for someone who has exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, prides themself in providing high quality customer services and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment, and is keen at managing multiple and varying tasks with competing deadlines. The Instructional Designer must have strong technology skills and be highly proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft and Google products, learning management systems, and lecture capture software.
About the Team! The eLearning department at LCC fosters a team-based approach where the Instructional Designer will contribute to the direction of the department, lead projects, think creatively, and solve problems. At LCC, eLearning is part of a Learning Commons model in which eLearning, Tutoring, and Library/Circulation work together to serve our community in a single, collaborative space; as part of this team, our Instructional Designer will also provide outstanding frontline customer service as needed.
The Instructional Designer position is 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.This position is hybrid - there's some on campus presence required and the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week if desired. This position is exempt and may be eligible for overtime under FLSA depending on the salary offered upon hire. This position reports to the Dean of Instructional Programs.
Check us out on and !
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, , Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at
Declaration Regarding Sexual MisconductPursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
Mission, Vision & ValuesOur Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our .
Application Procedure and RequirementsAn online application must be completed for consideration. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
Conditions of Employment
Lower Columbia College Human Resources
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at .
Insurance
We offer an affordable benefits package that delivers choice, access, value, and stability to you and your family. You have medical and dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, and the option to enroll in a medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Program. For more information on health care benefits, please visit
Retirement
Employees participate in either the State Board Retirement Plan administered through TIAA-CREF or PERS Plan 3 administered through the Department of Retirement Systems. Both plans are matched by LCC. There are also two supplemental tax-deferred retirement plans you can elect to participate in: the State Board Voluntary Investment Program and the Washington State Deferred Compensation Program.
Vacation
Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on FTE. The vacation accrual amounts listed below reflect a 12 month, 40 hour per week employee.
Personal Holidays
Sick Leave
LCC also offers exempt employees paid and unpaid leaves including bereavement, civil duty, disability, emergency, maternity/paternity, medical, military, professional and share leave.
Paid Holidays
Employees get 11 paid holidays per calendar year.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Tuition Waiver
For interested exempt employees, LCC offers $10 classes. State employees also qualify for tuition discounts with other various colleges and universities across the state ().
Red Devil Wellbeing
is LCC's employee wellness program that strives to help employees improve and maintain their wellbeing enabling them to live healthier and more fulfilling lives.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the
On-site Childcare Center
Theis a state licensed program that offers high quality childcare for children ages 1 month through kindergarten entry to students, staff and faculty. The center is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The program is a participant of the Washington State Early Achievers quality rating and improvement system and rated a level 4-Quality Level of Excellence. Our teachers are trained in the Early Childhood Education field.
Additional Leave
01
Please describe other ways outside of education and direct experience that you believe demonstrate how you ...
Location : Longview, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 202300029
Division: Instruction (Division)
Department: Instruction & Learning Resources
Opening Date: 03/12/2024
Closing Date: 4/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Details
At a Glance! LCC's Instructional Designer will foster a climate of inclusive learning and ongoing skill development as part of the eLearning team. This position consults with faculty to design and continuously improve high quality learning environments based on research-informed adult learning theories and instructional design practices while promoting the effective use of technology in teaching and learning. Additionally, LCC's Instructional Designer will regularly provide relevant, innovative professional development to both faculty and staff to meet the college's evolving needs. We are looking for someone who has exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, prides themself in providing high quality customer services and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment, and is keen at managing multiple and varying tasks with competing deadlines. The Instructional Designer must have strong technology skills and be highly proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft and Google products, learning management systems, and lecture capture software.
About the Team! The eLearning department at LCC fosters a team-based approach where the Instructional Designer will contribute to the direction of the department, lead projects, think creatively, and solve problems. At LCC, eLearning is part of a Learning Commons model in which eLearning, Tutoring, and Library/Circulation work together to serve our community in a single, collaborative space; as part of this team, our Instructional Designer will also provide outstanding frontline customer service as needed.
The Instructional Designer position is 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.This position is hybrid - there's some on campus presence required and the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week if desired. This position is exempt and may be eligible for overtime under FLSA depending on the salary offered upon hire. This position reports to the Dean of Instructional Programs.
Check us out on and !
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
- Promote use of eLearning tools and methodologies that incorporate nationally recognized best practices (such as Quality Matters or UDL).
- Offer creative and innovative ideas for teaching and learning technology to promote learning that leads to student success.
- Collaborate with faculty to ensure instructional materials across modalities comply with accessibility standards.
- Lead college's efforts to identify, pilot, and implement innovative technologies for higher education.
- Use a wide variety of web-based tools to design and develop courses and support faculty in their design and development.
- Manage and develop online Canvas faculty training.
- Ensure that the College is fulfilling the federal regular and substantive interaction requirement for online classes and ensure NC-SARA (National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements) renewal and reporting requirements.
- Design and deliver professional development to LCC employees including but not limited to instructional design, eLearning technology, and pedagogical practices.
- Ability to develop and maintain collegial partnerships with faculty, interpret needs, and produce meaningful instructional materials.
- Be a problem solver and proactively seek solutions to support instruction.
- Consistently evaluate practice and initiate strategies to advance inclusivity and equity-based practices in teaching, learning and professional development.
- Support faculty in mapping and reporting outcomes in Canvas.
- Support and advance the LCC strategic plan.
- Assist the eLearning Help Desk when necessary.
- Perform other related duties as required.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree related to Education, Curriculum and Instruction or Instructional Design from an accredited college/university experience OR Instructional Design Certificate OR an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
- Knowledge of designing and teaching courses across in-person, hybrid, and online modalities using innovative teaching and assessment strategies to engage a diverse student body.
- One (1) year of direct faculty support/experience with instructional design, development, and technologies used in a higher education or similar environment.
- One (1) year college teaching experience.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships and collaborate in a higher education environment.
- Master's degree related to Education, Curriculum and Instruction or Instructional Design from an accredited college/university experience.
- Three (3) years of direct faculty support/experience with instructional design, development, and technologies used in a higher education or similar environment.
- Three (3) years college teaching experience
- Knowledge of Canvas (LMS)
- Knowledge of current Instructional Design practices such as Quality Matters, UDL and TILT.
- Experience with promoting regular and substantive interaction in the online classroom based on federal and state accreditation standards.
Supplemental Information
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, , Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.
- Learn more on our
- The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit
- The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at
Declaration Regarding Sexual MisconductPursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
Mission, Vision & ValuesOur Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our .
Application Procedure and RequirementsAn online application must be completed for consideration. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
- Resume
- Cover Letter (Letter of Interest)
- Unofficial transcripts
Conditions of Employment
- If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
Lower Columbia College Human Resources
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at .
Insurance
We offer an affordable benefits package that delivers choice, access, value, and stability to you and your family. You have medical and dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, and the option to enroll in a medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance Program. For more information on health care benefits, please visit
Retirement
Employees participate in either the State Board Retirement Plan administered through TIAA-CREF or PERS Plan 3 administered through the Department of Retirement Systems. Both plans are matched by LCC. There are also two supplemental tax-deferred retirement plans you can elect to participate in: the State Board Voluntary Investment Program and the Washington State Deferred Compensation Program.
Vacation
Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on FTE. The vacation accrual amounts listed below reflect a 12 month, 40 hour per week employee.
- 0 - 5th years of employment - 16 hours per month / 24 days per year
- Starting 6th year of employment and Exempt Administrators - 18.667 hours per month / 28 days per year
Personal Holidays
- Five (5) Personal Holidays per year
Sick Leave
- One day (8 hours) per month
LCC also offers exempt employees paid and unpaid leaves including bereavement, civil duty, disability, emergency, maternity/paternity, medical, military, professional and share leave.
Paid Holidays
Employees get 11 paid holidays per calendar year.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Tuition Waiver
For interested exempt employees, LCC offers $10 classes. State employees also qualify for tuition discounts with other various colleges and universities across the state ().
Red Devil Wellbeing
is LCC's employee wellness program that strives to help employees improve and maintain their wellbeing enabling them to live healthier and more fulfilling lives.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the
On-site Childcare Center
Theis a state licensed program that offers high quality childcare for children ages 1 month through kindergarten entry to students, staff and faculty. The center is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The program is a participant of the Washington State Early Achievers quality rating and improvement system and rated a level 4-Quality Level of Excellence. Our teachers are trained in the Early Childhood Education field.
Additional Leave
- Leave Sharing
- Parental Leave
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Leave Without Pay
01
Please describe other ways outside of education and direct experience that you believe demonstrate how you ...
