St. John's University

Associate Director of Instructional Design

St. John's University, New York

Administrative/Professional --> Office of the Provost

Queens, NY ID: Full-Time/Regular

St. Johns, established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the Universitys outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. Johns University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. Johns is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Job Title Associate Director of Instructional Design

Reports to Chief Online Learning Officer

Position Summary

The Associate Director of Instructional Design is a strategic leadership role within the Office of Distance Education (DE); this role is responsible for adv ancing the University's vision for high-quality, scalable, and innovative online and hybrid learning. Reporting to the Chief Online Learning Officer, the Associate Director oversees day-to-day departmental operations, manages a professional team of instruc tional designers, and contributes to the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of online learning initiatives across the institution.

This position is central to shaping institutional strategies for online learning, building cross-campus part nerships, implementing best practices in online education, and ensuring operational excellence in the delivery of programs. The Associate Director will lead organizational planning efforts, oversee policy development, and contribute to the assessment and e valuation of online program performance and instructional quality.

Essential Functions

Support the Chief Online Learning Officer in executing strategic priorities and institutional goals for online and hybrid learning.

Lead and manage the instructional des ign team, including hiring, supervision, coaching, and evaluating performance.

Supervis e the planning, development, and quality assurance of online course offerings, ensuring alignment with academic standards and accreditation requirements.

Handle online cou rse development and ensure course development is completed on time.

Coordinate strategic partnerships across various stakeholders to advance distance education initiatives and strategies.

Contribute to the development and implementation of distance education p olicies, faculty support strategies, and service delivery models.

Manage departmental projects and resources to ensure efficient operations and effective outcomes.

Oversee content strategy and maintenance for the department's website and communications pla tforms.

Monitor trends in online education and provide leadership in integrating emerging practices, technologies, and frameworks into institutional strategies.

Provide solutions and strategic thinking for business problems related to online learning initi atives.

Represent Distance Education at university events, committees, and governance groups as needed.

Competencies

Proven leadership and team management skills in a higher education or similar environment.

Ability to lead operational planning and change management processes aligned with institutional goals.

Strong understanding of organizational design, instructional operations, and digital learning ecosystems in higher education.

Excellent written communica tion, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated capacity to lead cross-functional teams and work effectively with academic and administrative leaders.

Expertise in managing complex projects, evaluating program performance, and aligning services with institutional priorities.

Ability to work with online programs, departments, or institutions to design course templates and/or course standards.

Experience in a learning management system and a range of current learning technologies and the ability t o effectively integrate these technologies to develop and enhance course design and delivery.

Experience designing and facilitating faculty development programs to include online courses (facilitated and non-facilitated), workshops, and other online resourc es for instructors.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field.

At least six years of progressive experience in digital learning, instructional design, or acad emic administration.

Demonstrated experience leading professional teams and managing departmental functions in higher education.

Familiarity with online program development, course quality frameworks (e.g., Quality Matters), and learning technologies (e.g. , Canvas).

Experience in faculty development and online learning strategy.

Strong administrative, operational, and planning experience.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Expertise in applying the learning theories and strat egies that support best practices in face-to-face, online, and technology-enhanced teaching and learning.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in a related field.

Experience managing fully online or hybrid academic programs at an institutional or departmental level.

Teaching experience, preferably in an online or hybrid modality.

Experience with policy development, strategic planning, and cross-institutional collabo ration.

Quality Matters certification or equivalent experience in instructional quality frameworks.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct supervision of instructional designers and related professional staff.

Oversight of outsourced or contract staff.

Work E nvironment and Expectations

This is a full-time, i n- person leadership position. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional evening or weekend responsibilities as required for institutional events or project deadlines.

In compliance with NYCs Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $96,200 - $108,200 . St. Johns University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

* Important Note- St. Johns is NOT a n E-Verify Employer

St. Johns offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. Johns performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. Johns University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. Johns University is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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