Instructional Designer

Why Work at BYU

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the Universitys Mission: To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

Our unique mission deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This along with our remarkable culture of belonging weekly devotionals and endless opportunities for learning and growthall situated within a beautiful and historic campusmake it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Instructional Designer

This position is responsible to design and/or project manage innovative and relevant educational material and learning experiences in a variety of subjects that will reach both domestic and international students. Work could also include duties that help maintain high quality learning support such as reviewing courses for accessibility and copyright building learning experiences in the LMS collaborating with instructors SMEs and other designers.

Note: This is a part-time position (28) hours per week.

What youll do in this position:

Incumbent will perform all the following in varying proportions depending on specific assignments:

• Work with instructors or SMEs to create project map and assessment plans based on learning outcomes in compliance with online teaching and learning standards.
• Identify and align learning outcomes for each assigned project (needs assessment).
• Assemble content and learning activities in LMS and/or website to create a well-organized product.
• Provide direction to instructional design assistants as assigned.
• Communicate deadlines including ongoing modifications to student success member teams.
• Manage complex delivery workflows from the project outline phase to the project launch.
• Maintain collaborative relationship with other IDs instructors and SMEs.
• Identify and implement appropriate third-party learning tools.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Proficient with an LMS (Blackboard Canvas LearningSuite etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite Zoom Live Remote technologies.
• Knowledgeable of live remote instructional design teaching/learning practices.

Associate Instructional Designer (Level 52: $65500 - $84500)

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelors degree in Instructional Design Instructional Technology or closely related field
• One or more years full-time direct work experience in the field of course design and production.

Instructional Designer (Level 53: $73000 - $95000)

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Masters degree in Instructional Technology Instructional Design or closely related field
• Three or more years work experience in the field of course design and production.

Senior Instructional Designer (Level 54: $82000 - $106500)

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Masters degree in Instructional Design Instructional Technology or closely related field
• Seven or more years of full-time direct work experience in the field of course design and production. Or an equivalent combination of a bachelors degree in instructional Design Instructional Technology or a closely related field plus nine or more years of full-time direct work experience in the field of course design and production.

Preferred:

• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proficient with Articulate Storyline.
• Familiarity with video production (Final Cut Adobe Premier/After Effects).
• Familiarity with workflow applications.
• Some supervisory and project management experience.

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally if you contribute 5% BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Employee assistance program available to the employee and all members of their household
• May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees spouses and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 52 54

Typical Starting Pay:

52: $65500 - $84500

53: $73000 - $95000

54: $82000 - $106500

*Please attach a cover letter and send a 5-minute video showcasing your instructional design work to .

**If the job has a post-end date the last day to apply is the day before by 11:59 pm MST. If the job doesnt have a post-end date the job could close at any time on any day**

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging where we value the experiences perspectives and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence we have a place for you here at BYU!