Instructional Designer I
Instructional Designer I
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Job Description
At Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) our unwavering mission is driven by our evidence-based and learning-centric principles. Through this inclusive and collaborative approach we educate current and future healthcare professionals who will deliver transformative care to our patients communities and the world. As an employer of choice we are devoted to providing a safe and healthy workplace while keeping staff well-being and satisfaction top of mind.
Utah has something for everyone to enjoy! We invite you to learn more about our scenic beauty up-and-coming arts and entertainment scene and close-knit community. Role With Us:
The advancement and delivery of top-notch effective healthcare education is at the heart of what we do! Your ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-growing organization will assist us in analyzing teaching effectiveness data to drive faculty development initiatives through continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
RMU offers a competitive benefits package that prioritizes your mental and physical health financial stability family obligations and professional growth.
- Full comprehensive medical dental and vision plans
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) retirement plans with employer contributions
- Financial wellness program
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
- An onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Education assistance program
Core Functions:
- Serve in a collaborative role for the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) working closely with other key stakeholders to continuously enhance its impact on promoting best practices of teaching and learning. This includes but is not limited to contributing expertise in the following areas:
- Faculty resources including content creation e.g. instructional materials videos and related instructional technology information
- Participate in Faculty Development initiatives including but not limited to:
- Support develop and present at webinars workshops and seminars
- Manage the Faculty Newsletter periodical
- Support faculty and course developers in implementing WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards ensuring digital course materials and instructional content are accessible to all learners
- Conduct new faculty training and instruction via the New Faculty Online Orientation mentoring and support
- Collaborate with IT and/or the Educational Technology team on the choice launch and support of educational technology tools and initiatives
- Develop new resources to support faculty in all aspects of teaching and learning
- Consult with faculty on individual development of teaching techniques development of course materials and other course design elements as requested
- Assist in analyzing teaching effectiveness data (online course design reviews onsite classroom observations instructor/course evaluations etc.) to drive faculty development initiatives
- Provide support to faculty programs departments and colleges in the areas of instructional design syllabi development classroom management andragogy and other relevant aspects of teaching and learning.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Background/Expertise:
- A bachelors degree in education Educational Technology Instructional Design or a related field is required.
- A Quality Matters certification is preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in promoting the effective use of technology in education with a proven track record of leading successful initiatives related to technology-enhanced learning teaching or assessment.
- In-depth understanding of current trends and developments in the higher education landscape especially in relation to learning technologies and their evolving applications.
- Strong foundation in learning sciences particularly as they apply to adult education environments.
- Knowledge of best practices for supporting faculty in graduate-level teaching with a focus on effectiveness and efficiency.
- Demonstrated experience consulting with instructors across a variety of disciplines and teaching modalities.
- Experience as an instructor of record for higher education courses webinars or professional development workshops.
- Skilled in using teaching effectiveness data to inform and shape faculty development programs.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and statistical software; experienced in managing databases at the institutional level.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to translate data-driven insights into actionable strategies for audiences at all organizational levels.
- Familiarity with best practices in technical project management and in the design of learning technologies and ecosystems.
- Advanced computer literacy and the ability to rapidly learn and master new technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to motivate others and foster a culture of excellence.
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Highly organized reliable and capable of managing tasks efficiently and meeting deadlines.
RMU is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color gender gender identity sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status genetic information or any other status or condition protected by law.
We are committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact
Employment Type
Full-Time
