Instructional Designer

Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Instructional Designer
Requisition Number
RE43447
Working Title
Department Name
8T110:College of Social Work
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$46,806-77,226/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
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Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Repetitive motion typical of desk work (sitting/bending/twisting/typing); prolonged exposure to screens; lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 30lbs
Shift
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with some evenings/weekends as needed
Job Summary
Since 1983, CoSW has been a leader in social work. Our mission is clear: Through rigorous research, excellence in instruction, and steadfast service, the CoSW works to improve the human condition. Always, in all ways.
To assist in actualizing our mission, we seek candidates for the position of Instructional Designer. This position's job responsibilities are as follows:
Instructional Design

• coordinate with Subject Matter Experts regarding the design, development, and delivery of engaging learning experiences
• work independently to produce learning experiences drawing on expertise in a variety of tools including the Learning Management System, Authoring Software, and a variety of educational software tools
• work with faculty to support the development of course and module level objectives, assessments, course content and learning activities
• update and develop resources to support distance learning faculty
• contribute to the improvement of quality assurance processes and actively implement processes to ensure accessibility standards are met
• conduct periodic evaluations of instructional methods and technologies used to design, develop, and deliver online courses

e-Learning Design

• work with Subject Matter Experts to produce innovative and engaging learning experiences
• produce learning experiences drawing on expertise in a variety of tools including the Learning Management System, Authoring Software, and a variety of educational software tools
• collaborate with the college of Social Work Media team to support the creation of relevant media content to support the learning experience
• design and develop eLearning content to align with program and course level learning outcomes
• ensure content creation aligns with accessibility best practices

Project Management

• manage multiple projects by coordinating meetings, activities, and reporting with both College of Social work colleagues, faculty, and other external collaborators to ensure deadlines and milestones are met and projects remain on track
• implement and update project management tools to track completion of tasks and milestones for a variety of projects. Communicate project status updates to both internal and external stakeholders
• manage projects from initial consultation to delivery, evaluation, and revision
• engage with the campus community to contribute to the University's overall success and mission
• responsible for expanding relevant professional knowledge to better serve students, faculty, staff, external units and the University

Professional Development & Organizational Improvement

• maintain current knowledge of educational software and design tools and trends as well as pedagogy. engage with the campus community to contribute to the university's overall success and mission
• responsible for expanding relevant professional knowledge to better serve students, faculty, staff, external units, and the University
• serve as a point of campus expertise in instructional design, principles and models, online course design and development, quality assurance, accessibility best practices, and industry-standard authoring tools

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
This position requires use of Articulate and Rise and knowledge of the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) for curriculum development purposes.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
software experience, Canvas preferred
Deadline to Apply
01/28/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.