Position Information

Posting Number 20112979

Position Title Faculty Success Designer

FTE 1.00

Position Type Staff

Department Prov and VP for Academic Affairs Dept

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Faculty Success Designer is responsible for creating engaging, user-centered faculty support materials and professional development experiences within the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning. This role will apply principles of user experience (UX), instructional design, graphic design and marketing to develop effective training resources, workshops, and online learning environments for faculty. The designer will also manage the division’s web presence and produce internal marketing/communications content.

Notice: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop faculty-facing instructional content, training materials, job aids and multimedia learning resources.

• Plan, create and facilitate innovative professional development workshops and online training modules.

• Apply user experience (UX) design methodologies to enhance usability, engagement and satisfaction.

• Incorporate multimedia elements such as video, graphics, simulations and interactivities into learning experiences.

• Conduct faculty/user research and analyze data to identify training needs and areas for improvement.

• Establish instructional design standards, templates and branding guidelines across materials.

• Ensure all learning resources and online environments meet accessibility and universal design requirements.

• Manage and provide content strategy for the division’s website and internal communication channels. Including the production of creative marketing communications to promote faculty development opportunities.

• Stay current on new authoring tools, technologies and UX/ID design trends.

• Provide mentorship to graduate assistants and student workers (when they are available).

Key Competencies:

• Expertise in instructional design, learning theory, and pedagogical best practices

• Proficient in web design, graphic design, and multimedia creation

• Ability to analyze faculty needs and develop tailored training solutions

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in data analysis and program assessment

Physical Requirements:

No major physical requirements. Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a computer. Ability to get around the campus as needed. Ability to lift small items (3-10 pounds maximum).

Job Conditions:

The position is subject to annual review by the supervisor. Employees must abide by all Lamar University, State, and Center policies and procedures. Office environment with occasional travel to attend conferences or meetings. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in instructional design, training, and/or web/graphic design

• Experience in web content management, graphic design, and multimedia development

• Strong working knowledge of current teaching and learning principles, best practices, and innovative instructional technologies.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.

  EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an academic or higher education setting

• Familiarity with learning management systems and educational technology tools

• Experience in assessment and evaluation of teaching effectiveness

  Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $41,809 - $54,352

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 09/12/2024

Close Date 12/13/2024

Open Until Filled No

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