Instructional Designer I

The Instructional Designer supports faculty staff and students across the Academics Career Technical and Health Sciences divisions in the design development and implementation of high-quality instructional materials and technologies. Reporting to the Director of the Teaching & Learning Center this position plays a critical role in enhancing online hybrid and blended learning environments by serving as a liaison to all academic divisions to identify technological needs and conduct quality assurance reviews. The incumbent is responsible for conducting needs analyses managing complex course development projects and delivering robust training programs on effective teaching practices and instructional technology tools.

Direct Supervisory Responsibility: NO

Cross-Divisional Collaboration & Liaison

• Support all faculty members across the Academics Career Technical and Health Sciences divisions by providing expert instructional design consultations tailored to the unique pedagogical needs of each discipline.
• Serve as a key liaison between the Teaching & Learning Center and all academic divisions to identify specific instructional needs and provide equitable support for both in-person and distance learning environments.
• Partner with Deans and Division Chairs from every college unit to coordinate training initiatives and conduct quality assurance reviews for specialized curricula and technical programs.
• Collaborate with specialized programs such as Health Sciences to translate complex clinical or business workflows into effective digital instructional content.

• Work collaboratively with faculty to design and develop online hybrid and blended courses that align with evidence-based instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Utilize effective needs analysis project management and evaluation skills to lead course development projects from initial ideation to final deployment.
• Implement and champion course quality rubric assessments such as Quality Matters to ensure distance education programs across all divisions are well-designed and student-centered.
• Ensure all instructional materials and digital resources adhere to accessibility standards (e.g. ADA Section 508 WCAG) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) frameworks.

• Develop and deliver regular training sessions and professional development programs regarding effective teaching practices and the integration of instructional technologies.
• Provide robust technical support and training for the Learning Management System (LMS) and integrated third-party tools for all faculty regardless of their division or teaching modality.
• Lead campus-wide training and conversations on emerging educational technologies including the ethical and effective use of Generative AI within various fields of study.
• Conduct on-demand training for faculty on a variety of topics including online pedagogy student engagement strategies and virtual assessment practices.

• Assist faculty and staff in the recording editing and creation of digital instructional videos podcasts and interactive learning modules.
• Design and deploy synchronous and asynchronous learning objectssuch as infographics and research guidesto support varied learning needs across the college community.
• Work closely with library personnel and teaching faculty to integrate digital library materials and Open Educational Resources (OER) into the curriculum.
• Operate and maintain a variety of multimedia authoring tools and media equipment to support the creation of high-quality digital learning assets.

• Document and organize essential data related to faculty training technology usage and course development projects to support Institutional Effectiveness reporting.
• Proctor exams for distance education students and assist with other test administration processes as needed by the divisions.
• Play an active role in general outreach and marketing to promote the resources services and professional development opportunities of the Teaching & Learning Center.
• Serve on assigned college committees and represent the institution in professional organizations related to instructional design and distance education.

• Required Qualifications
  • Education:A Masters degree from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution in Instructional Design Educational Technology Curriculum Development or a closely related field required.
  • Professional Experience:A minimum of 2 to 3 years of professional experience in instructional design or curriculum development.
  • Technical Proficiency:Demonstrated experience utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard Canvas or Moodle.
  • Course Development:Documented experience in developing online instructional materials for online hybrid and face-to-face formats.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Higher Education Experience:Previous experience working in a post-secondary or community college environment.
  • Quality Standards Certification:Status as a Certified Quality Matters (QM) Peer or Master Reviewer or experience applying QM rubrics.
  • Multimedia Production:Advanced experience with multimedia authoring tools (e.g. Articulate Storyline Adobe Creative Suite Camtasia) and instructional video/lecture capture systems.

• Faculty Development: A documented history of conducting needs analyses and delivering professional development training to faculty and staff.

• Pedagogical Knowledge: Deep understanding of instructional design principles adult learning theories and evidence-based best practices for online learning such as ADDIE or backward design.
• Accessibility Standards: Proficiency in designing accessible digital content in compliance with ADA Section 508 and WCAG standards.
• Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills with the proven ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously with strict attention to detail.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to translate complex technical matters into easy-to-understand language for faculty in varied disciplines like Health Sciences or Career Technical fields.
• Creativity & Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing technologies and innovation in designing engaging student-centered learning experiences.

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
August 2026

SALARY:Salary Schedule E1-02 ($50680 - $68169) Based on the 2025-2026 ACCS Salary Schedules.Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED FULL-TIME directly related experience that is stated on the initial job application and resume.Be sure all experience is stated on the application!

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
August 4 2026 4:00 P.M.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment.Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application (b) letter of interest (c)current resume; and(d)copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE ().

Salary Calculation:For all positions on all Salary Schedules the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that in the sole judgment of the College directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.

Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates job title(s) job duties and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time and if part-time the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The Colleges official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters contracts pay stubs or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.

Please Note:

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter resume employment verification documents (if applicable) ALL required transcripts and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
• When you finish the steps to apply you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.