Job Title

Instructional Designer II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

College of Arts and Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our corevalues which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service .

Who We Are

The Col le g e o f A r t s a n d S c i ences at Texas A&M is the academic heart and foundation of this world-class university. Our 18 departments and more than 130 academic programs offer students the opportunity to pursue a wide range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, languages and life sciences. Biomedical sciences are the applied life sciences that connect clinical, service, and research experiences. The mission of our Biomedical Sciences Program specifically is to educate students who will create a healthier future for humans, animals, and the environment through medical-associated professions, biomedical innovation and discovery, and global service and outreach.

What We Want

The Instructional Designer II will support faculty in their application of digital learning technologies, strategies, and best practices that support the academic mission of the College of Arts and Sciences. In this role, the Instructional Designer will work directly with faculty to understand pedagogical and curricular needs as a precursor to the digital learning technologies, strategies, and best practices applied to courses, with a commitment to meeting the various needs of students across Texas A&M University. The Instructional Designer will work with faculty who deliver instruction across different teaching modalities in the College to enhance and improve instruction through the application of the digital learning environment. The selected candidate will collaborate in the design and implementation of innovative training opportunities for course instructors within the College of Arts & Sciences, as well as tracks and assess outcomes from training offerings to continuously improve delivery. Additional duties for this position will include working with data produced by the digital learning environment to inform decisions on third-party tools, student success, and faculty development and supporting an Online Learning Program in a part-time capacity. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Special note: This is not a remote opportunity. The selected candidate will be expected to work in person at the College Station campus. This position may also require travel to various locations on and off campus to meet with departments or groups as needed or assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 2 years of related experience in instructional design or educational technology or related fields

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in writing, proofreading, graphic design, and/or editing instructional or design materials

• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent customer service skills

• Demonstrated strategic thinking abilities

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, graphic design, faculty development, workshop facilitation, and engaging adult learners

• Experience in meeting the needs of faculty and students in a higher education setting

• Experience with using contemporary technologies in an integrated digital learning environment

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to learn and demonstrate skill working within a digital learning environment to enhance instructional delivery across various teaching modalities

• Demonstrated creativity, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with sights set on innovative solutions

• Apply pedagogical best practices for all learners

• Understanding of key performance indicators of student success

• Proficiency in Canvas learning management system and associated third-party tools (Google, Zoom, Microsoft)

• Ability to relate well and communicate with a variety of students

• Knowledge of assessment of student learning outcomes

• Ability to track metrics and apply assessment outcomes in a continuous improvement model

• Understanding of compliance measures for security, accessibility, and the protection of student data in the digital learning environment

• Ability to troubleshoot and support faculty’s use of learning technologies in a fast-paced environment within a large College

Responsibilities:

• Faculty Support: Works collaboratively with a team of instructional designers and multimedia specialists supporting digital learning in the College of Arts and Sciences. Leads others through the design process and makes key recommendations for design. Plans, develops and delivers guidance in instructional strategies and course design. Contributes to College-wide training programs and support services that are informed by best practices in digital learning. Leads and oversees course design and development projects. Hosts scheduled office hours weekly to provide faculty with live support on Canvas, 3rd party tools, and other digital learning questions. Completes special projects related to the digital learning environment upon direction of the Director of Digital Learning.

• Online Program Support: Supports the Geosciences Online Program by assisting with course layout, tool best practices, accessibility, and recording. Coordinates with course instructor, instructional design team, and multimedia team. Will work under the direction of the Director of Distance Education in Geography.

• Support Documents and Repository Management: Creates and reviews training documents and videos to support faculty in their use of Canvas, 3rd party tools, and other digital learning initiatives. Maintains the layout and content of the repository that is available to faculty in an online environment. Works with team members on updated content and needs.

• Tool Data and Analysis: Reviews digital learning tool data on usage by ArtSci faculty. Recommends support based on data. Provides recommendations on future tool usage following trends and best practices.

• Academic Liaison: Attend monthly meetings with multiple teams at the University level. Act as a liaison between the College and the University teams on digital learning issues and information. Assist with tool testing at the College level.

  Why Texas A&M University?

  We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and col laboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Medical, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)   each month

• Automatically enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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