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Instructional Designer Campaign

Inside Higher Ed, Gainesville, FL, United States


Job Title
Instructional Designer (II/III) – University of Florida Human Resources

Job Details

Job No: 539583

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus, Gainesville, FL

Categories: Human Resources, Campaign

Job Description
As an Instructional Designer with the University of Florida Human Resources, you will influence how a top‑tier university learns, adapts, and performs. You will collaborate with senior leaders, subject matter experts, and HR partners to design innovative, evidence‑based learning experiences that drive measurable impact across the organization.

Core Focus Areas

Leadership & professional development

Organizational effectiveness & change readiness

Workforce upskilling and reskilling

Digital learning innovation (eLearning, microlearning, blended learning)

You Will

Design and develop engaging, scalable learning experiences across multiple modalities

Partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders to translate business needs into learning strategies

Create high‑quality digital content including eLearning, instructor‑led materials, job aids, and multimedia assets

Apply instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles to drive measurable outcomes

Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously improve based on data and feedback

Learning Strategy & Design

Conduct needs assessments to identify performance gaps and recommend solutions

Design visually compelling, learner‑centered content that enhances engagement and retention

Develop end‑to‑end learning experiences using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, and multimedia platforms

Ensure alignment with organizational goals and measurable business outcomes

Project & Program Management

Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables

Support implementation of system‑wide learning initiatives and programs

Develop rapid, high‑quality content in fast‑paced environments

Collaboration & Consultation

Partner with leaders, HR teams, and SMEs to co‑create impactful learning solutions

Facilitate training sessions and workshops for faculty and staff

Translate complex processes into clear, actionable learning experiences

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Stay current with emerging trends in instructional design and workplace learning

Engage leading technologies and approaches to enhance learning effectiveness

Evaluate learning impact and refine programs to maximize ROI

Deliver phased outputs on aggressive timelines

Qualifications

Master’s degree in an appropriate field and two years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience (Instructional Designer II)

Master’s degree and four years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree and six years of relevant experience (Instructional Designer III)

Demonstrated experience running complex, large‑scale programs such as GBAS or RAFT

Proven ability to lead instructional design projects from needs analysis through implementation and evaluation

Digital portfolio including at least one Rise course

Advanced experience designing and developing eLearning, instructor‑led, blended, and microlearning solutions

Strong consultation skills and ability to translate business needs into effective strategies

Experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously

Proficiency with rapid development tools and multimedia assets (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)

Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and align learning solutions with organizational goals

Experience using Articulate Storyline and Rise

Strong collaboration skills with subject matter experts and stakeholders

Ability to apply instructional design methodologies and evaluate learning effectiveness

Benefits
Competitive compensation, robust health and retirement programs, generous leave and holiday plans, and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

EEO Statement
University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. Accommodation for disabilities is available.

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