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Instructional Designer

Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824

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Department: SHSU Online

Full Time

Open until filled: Yes

Requisition: 202600030S

Educational and Experience Requirements Bachelors degree in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Education, or related field. Five years of experience in instructional design, computer multimedia, or course development using emerging technologies or related field. Experience in higher education preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature And Purpose Of Position Assists faculty in the design and development of digital learning, from fully online courses to individual digital learning objects for face-to-face and blended courses.

Primary Responsibilities Assists and supports faculty in the development and implementation of digital learning, leveraging instructional technologies and pedagogical knowledge. Manages assigned course workload using project management fundamentals. Consults with faculty members to determine appropriate technology and strategies for course delivery, learning design, and tool usage. Helps coordinate SHSU Online services on behalf of the educator. Facilitates faculty development sessions or online cohorts as needed. Develops and conducts instructional technology workshops for faculty as needed. Participates in continuing professional development activities. Faculty support may be provided via webinars, phone calls, virtual meetings, or face-to-face. Travel may be required ( Other Specifications Keeps current on emerging applications of instructional design and instructional technology applications as they relate to distance learning. Keeps abreast of research concerning the teaching learning process as it relates to distance education. Thorough knowledge of learning theories. Understanding of college level course work and ability to apply that understanding to course development. Ability to design, develop, and implement instructional multimedia products. Ability to work collaboratively including strong communication, interpersonal, project management, and organizational skills. Skills of current microcomputer technologies; desktop applications, World Wide Web and multimedia. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Devotes 85% of time to provide instructional design, training, and course development services to allTSUSschools participating in the Shared Services Project.

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at-will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Physical Address Human Resources Department

1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202

P.O. Box 2356

Huntsville, TX 77341-2356

SHSU Employment Office: (936) 294-1070

Email: Employment@SHSU.edu

Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com

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