University of Utah is hiring: Instructional Designer in Salt Lake City

Instructional Designer role at University of Utah Job Summary The Instructional Designer in Financial Services (FS) Training and Development will design, develop, and implement high-quality training programs in a variety of media and modalities on FS budgeting, purchasing, and travel systems and processes. This position reports to the Associate Director of Training and Development in FS and will be part of a larger training team that designs, develops, and implements training programs for university staff and faculty. A successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to deal with multiple constituencies in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based work environment. The successful candidate will be someone who thrives on being part of a team, loves the challenge of creating engaging content, and can translate technical material into universally accessible learning modules. Additionally, this role will require a candidate to exercise a high level of organization and attention to detail. The ability to communicate to stakeholders the effective use of learning strategies, web-based resources, multimedia technologies, and instructional applications and systems to improve teaching and learning is essential to this position. Responsibilities Conduct needs assessments to identify learning gaps and performance goals. Manage course development process in coordination with multiple team members to meet course launch deadlines. Design detailed course outlines, storyboards, and facilitator guides for online and instructor‑led training. Consult with members of the training team, stakeholders, subject matter experts (SMEs), and system end users to inform essential aspects of training, including target audience, learning objectives, course content, and assessments. Create learning materials such as eLearning courses, slide decks, written materials, etc. Use authoring tools to develop online training such as Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Vyond Animation Software, and Camtasia. Develop and implement evaluation techniques to measure the effectiveness of course content, materials, and overall learning experience. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Associate Director of Training and Development. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Expertise in content research, instructional design, and delivery methods, and experience delivering training to high‑level leaders is strongly preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Must be organized and able to juggle multiple priorities and tasks. Expertise in content research, instructional design, and delivery methods. Expertise with eLearning authoring, graphic design, and audiovisual software. Special Instructions Requisition Number: PRN43509B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary: Hybrid – selected candidate must live within driving distance of the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City, Utah. Department: 01389 – Financial & Business Services Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: $55,000–$60,000 DOE Close Date: 2/5/2026 Benefits: www.hr.utah.edu/benefits Apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191583 #J-18808-Ljbffr