Instructional Designer I - 524422
University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35485![University of Alabama](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Location:
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United StatesDepartment:
CCSArea:
Information Systems/Technology SupportEmployment Type:
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)Closing Date:
Aug 30 2024 at 22:55 CDTPay Grade/Pay Range:
Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)Department/Organization:
209314 - Instructional Tech & Academic ServNormal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pmJob Summary:
The Instructional Designer I assists and supports the creation of robust and interactive online courses for credit and non-credit courses through technical work under general supervision. Works one-on-one with faculty members to identify course learning objectives, teaching methodologies, assessment tools, and other parameters necessary for the development of basic courses.Additional Department Summary:
Works collaboratively with faculty, fellow instructional designers, and media and technical support staff to develop creative and engaging courses for online or blended delivery. Envisions and creates interactive learning activities and innovative media elements. Makes recommendations to faculty on good online instructional practices, drawing upon experience, theory, and research, that lead to the realization of the desired student learning outcomes.Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and some instructional design, interactive technology, or technical support experience; OR master's degree.Skills and Knowledge:
Strong knowledge of pedagogy, especially in the online realm. Excellent project management and time management skills. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills. Ability to understand, implement, and train others in web/new media content preparation, presentation, and production. Ability to implement instructional technology tools for online content preparation, presentation, and production. Ability to work with clientele and translate their instructional technology needs. Ability to thrive within a collaborative team environment to produce a quality final product within given time constraints. Ability to quickly evaluate and learn new technologies. Strong ability to envision and develop engaging online interactions to concisely convey complicated concepts to student learners. Team player that proactively embraces new challenges. Willingness to share knowledge and skills with other members of the course development team.Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with the Blackboard Learn learning management system (or comparable LMS) and a working knowledge of web accessibility. Experience working with faculty at an academic institution.Background Investigation Statement:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law"
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