Instructional Designer
Instructional Designer
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$ 64000 - 74100
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Job Description
Summary:
The Instructional Designer will be a team contributor responsible for creating engaging and effective learning experiences that meet the needs of a diverse audience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instructional design principles experience with online learning platforms and development tools and a passion for creating high-quality learning experiences.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Instructional Design: Apply instructional design theories models and best practices to develop interactive and engaging learning experiences.
Content Creation: Design and develop a variety of instructional materials including online course content presentations videos assessments and job aids.
Quality Assurance: Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure the accuracy functionality and effectiveness of learning content against design and functional standards.
Consultation: Collaborate with partners in learning sciences academics and technology to implement enhanced learning solutions.
Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring that deadlines are met and project goals are achieved.
Thought Leadership: Engage with cross-functional teams to implement learning design and accessibility best practices.
Communication: Leverage strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers and team members gather feedback from stakeholders and foster productive cross-team relationships.
Skills:
Strong understanding of instructional design principles and learning theories.
Expertise in digital and learning design accessibility best practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
Creative thinking and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working in a learning management system (LMS) in an elevated role such as content developer or administrator.
Experience working in a customer-facing role providing high quality customer service in a professional environment.
Passion for new technologies and education.
Preferred Experience Requirements:
Education:
Bachelors degree
Certifications:
Certification in instructional design or related field
All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.
The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion ancestry political affiliation or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions.
Workplace Accommodations:
The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall based on disability be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services programs or activities of the University or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGCs Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at.
Benefits Package Highlights:
- Generous Time Off:Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation 15 days of sick leave 3 personal days and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage:Access to health care medical with vision dental and prescription plans for both individuals and families effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
- Insurance Options:Term Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
- Flexible Spending Accounts:Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Retirement Plans:Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
- Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k) 403(b) 457(b) and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
- Tuition Remission:Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time) tuition remission benefits are prorated.
Hiring Range:
$64000.00 - $74100.00Employment Type
Full-Time
