GREAT FALLS COLLEGE MSU is hiring: Instructional Designer in Great Falls

Please see Special Instructions for more details. Required Documents to be uploaded: 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Name, address, & phone # of 3 professional references 4. Other: Unofficial Transcripts (will need official transcripts prior to hire) Position Information Working Title Working Title Instructional Designer Brief Position Overview The Instructional Designer functions as a champion of learner-centered course design, emphasizing best practices in instructional design and effective use of technology for teaching and learning. Position Number Position Number 3C0406 Department Department Academic Success Center Division Appointment Type Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Union Affiliation Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Benefits Eligible Yes Compensation Compensation Annual Salary Salary range of $45,000 to $50,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Recruitment Type Open General Statement General Statement: Great Falls College, a two-year college in Great Falls, Montana, is seeking an instructional designer. This position supports faculty with applying accessible and inclusive design principles, best practices in course design, online teaching strategies, and instructional technologies to improve student learning. The goal is to create effective and engaging learning environments. In collaboration with the Teaching & Learning Center Coordinator, this position assists with professional development aligned with strategic priorities and faculty needs. This position reports to the TLC Coordinator. This is an on-campus position. Duties and Responsibilities Assist faculty in course design and course material development for all delivery modes. Collaborate with other campus stakeholders to identify solutions to improve instructional practice. Apply quality assurance standards in course design reviews. Assist with new faculty (adjunct & full-time) onboarding and orientation. Participate in committees. Assist TLC Director in developing and facilitating instructional training and professional development. Create OPI Professional Development Units (PDUs) as an OPI Authorized PDU provider and maintain training unit data. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor’s Degree or higher in instructional or educational technology, education, or a related field. Demonstrated experience working with educators using a variety of approaches to teaching and learning in various curricular areas. Demonstrated experience designing instruction for online learning environments Demonstrated experience using a course/learning management system. Demonstrated familiarity with applying accessible technology guidelines. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Two or more years of professional teaching experience in an educational setting. Experience working in post-secondary/higher education. Demonstrated experience designing courses in or administration of Canvas Master’s Degree or higher in instructional or educational technology, education or relate field. The Successful Candidate Will Possess effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Great Falls College MSU . Have an appreciation of diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department Special Requirements This position is not eligible for sponsorship. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive state of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Great Falls College’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? This position has supervisory duties? No Announcement Number Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2600006P Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Close Date 09/08/2025 Open until filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Required Documents to be uploaded: 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Name, address, & phone # of 3 professional references 4. Other: Unofficial Transcripts (will need official transcripts prior to hire) Great Falls College Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the College does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the College’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Great Falls College Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, GFC MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Great Falls College Montana State University, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405; 406-268-3701; jobs@gfcmsu.edu. GFC MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the GFC MSU Website:http://www.gfcmsu.edu/about/policies/400policies.html Great Falls College MSU is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco products is not permitted on any College property. Required Documents Resume Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Other List of References Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Human Resources Office 2100 16th Ave S Great Falls, MT 59405 406.268.3701 jobs@gfcmsu.edu #J-18808-Ljbffr