Instructional Designer - Multimedia/Training Specialist Job at University of Ark

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Type of Position: Researchers

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department: E-Learning

Department's Website: ualr.edu/elearning

Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is accepting applications for the position of Instructional Designer (P00001257). The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering faculty training on eLearning technologies, multimedia design, and content creation software (e.g., video editing, interactive media), as well as supporting faculty in implementing multimedia elements in their courses. This is a twelve-month full-time position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

Master's degree in instructional design, educational technology, or related field. A minimum of one year's experience in online education is required along with appropriate working knowledge of Blackboard.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

Applicants having completed two or more semesters of teaching online courses preferred.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Emerging Technologies and Best Practices: Remain abreast of best practices in multimedia design and digital pedagogy. Research new eLearning technologies to identify and recommend innovative solutions for online course delivery.
• Multimedia Content Development Support: Collaborate with faculty to design and implement multimedia that enhances course objectives and active learning. Support content creation (e.g., videos, animations) and ensure accessibility and quality standards.
• Instructional Design and eLearning Consultation: Collaborate with faculty to create student-centered learning activities and assessments that align with university, program, and departmental learning objectives. Assess needs, recommend multimedia strategies, and create reusable assets for consistent course development. Support LMS integration to maintain compatibility and accessibility.
• Faculty Training and Development: Develop and deliver training on eLearning tools, multimedia, and content creation. Provide faculty with workshops, consultations, and resources to improve multimedia integration in courses.
• Quality Assurance and Accessibility: Ensure all multimedia content meets quality and accessibility standards, providing guidance on ADA compliance (e.g., captions, alt text) to support all learners. Collaborate with faculty and the eLearning Instructional Design Team to develop and build online courses that meet best practice standards. Serve as Quality Matters Peer Reviewer for subscriber managed Quality Matters Course Reviews for the University.
• Collaborate with the director of eLearning on various analytical projects dealing with online education;
• Collaborate with other UA Little Rock departments relative to the selection, integration, and support of appropriate learning technologies
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of online/hybrid course and program development process
• Demonstrated excellence in developing innovative and successful online and hybrid courses;
• Thorough knowledge of current adult and distance pedagogical theory and familiarity with university-level curriculum development and instructional methods;
• Experience in developing and conducting training sessions, both face-to-face and virtual;
• Thorough knowledge of current technological tools for online and hybrid education;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Experience designing courses in BlackBoard Learn.

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $60,000.00

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Amy Brown-Westmoreland, Online Program Coordinator, abrownwestm@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Driving, Stooping

Benefits Eligible: Yes