Specialist 2-Instruct Design | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile enhance the development and design of courses and learning materials. They provide instructional design support and consultation for faculty developing courses and interactive learning modules.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristic of the Specialist 2-Instruct Design profile is the specialized expertise required to provide instructional design support for online courses, hybrid courses, online learning modules, and other online educational resources.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Provides instructional design and development of course materials to enhance access for both traditional and non-traditional credit learners and non-credit professional development/personal enrichment learners. 2. Advises and supports academic faculty in developing online and hybrid courses and programs, and other online educational resources, such as open learning modules, in accordance with research-based best practices. 3. Trains faculty in the design of online learning materials and the facilitation of online and hybrid courses. 4. Consults with faculty on effective design and uses of multimedia;. 5. Researches and makes software recommendations for unit and faculty university-wide. 6. Completes regular professional development to stay informed about current research and trends in online and hybrid education, course design and facilitation, adult learners, and emerging technologies.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation. Problems are solved using knowledge and skills, and general precedents and practices. Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department; your job may contribute to business and operational decisions that affect the department. Decisions impact: • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Faculty • Students

Accountability

Results are defined by management, division and university mission, vision and strategies. Existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within Dept/Unit and University Wide to: • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas, or collaborate on significant projects. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Contribute expertise to Dept/unit projects.

Typical Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Adult Education, Instructional Technology, Curriculum Design, or related field.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.