Instructional Designer

Applications must be submitted by 12:01 a.m., September 18, 2023. Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC). NTC offers outstanding career opportunities at our beautiful campus with state-of-the-art technology and a stimulating and diverse environment. Employees are offered an amazing Total Rewards package with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off – including two paid closures for the winter holiday (Christmas – New Year) and summer (week of July 4th), for most full-time positions. NTC is “The College that Cares” and makes a difference in the lives of our employees and students. If you have the desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we’d love for you to join our team! Salary is commensurate based on occupational experience and qualifications. JOB SUMMARY, DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS: SUMMARY The Instructional Designer works collaboratively with faculty, colleagues, College Advancement and Student Services to analyze instructional outcomes and provide expertise in the planning, development, and delivery of effective, efficient, essential learning experiences through all modes of delivery. The Instructional Designer is an essential member of a highly productive Academic Excellence Team guided by a commitment to professionalism, accountability, and attention to results. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides consultation to program faculty and subject matter experts regarding curriculum and assessment. Provides design, development, technology integration, and planning for curriculum and instructional implementation. Reviews content and assessments for quality and alignment to curriculum development principles and standards during quality review cycles and prior to release. Recognizes and collaboratively resolves potential process issues during curriculum development; identifies and implements solutions so the curriculum development principles/standards and planned delivery dates are achieved. Participates in and attends, on an ongoing basis, meetings and team activities related to curriculum design/development. Collaborates with Instructional Design, Professional Development, and IT staff to develop and deliver customized training for faculty in the use of various software and technologies. Remains at the cutting edge of technology-enhanced learning, curriculum, and assessment strategies through professional development. Integrate affordable educational resources into curriculum development. Performs other duties as assigned. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES The Instructional Designer must possess the following skills and attributes: positive attitude; ability to apply active learning theories, learning cycles and best practices in curriculum design; solid organizational and research skills; strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; outstanding analytical skills with attention to precision and detail; strong computer skills with online instruction applications software products (such as Canvas, Panopto, Starfish, Articulate 360); a customer service focus and a strong work ethic. Minimum Job QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field. Demonstrated success working with a Learning Management System (LMS) or Learning Relationship Management System (LRM). Three years of related experience in similar position or activities which include: Teaching and instructional design experience Experience developing learner-centered performance-based curriculum Experience with a variety of teaching strategies and techniques, such as cooperative learning, teamwork, and brain-compatible techniques to facilitate learning Knowledge and experience using quality management principles, quality tools, facilitating teams, and managing projects. Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment in a variety of settings and situations Ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments and manage complexity under deadlines Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization including students, faculty, staff and the community. Ability to work in an environment that has multiple calendar due dates and achieve goals to meet internal and external customer needs. Flexible scheduling is required. Knowledge and experience of college operations. Understanding of the academic operational and budget processes and procedures. Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite. Able and willing to work flexible hours. Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends to meet deadlines and staffing needs. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree preferred. Course work in curriculum and instructional design, instructional technologies, and interactive software are preferred. Experience using WIDS (Worldwide Instructional Design System) for performance-based learning preferred. Experience working in an institution of higher education preferred. Experience working with Competency Based Education design methods preferred. Northcentral Technical College (NTC) is the place to be and it’s the “College that Cares.” NTC provides students with career preparation in some of the fastest-growing fields and is a leading 2-year post-secondary institution with a history of innovation and growth in a dynamic, diverse setting. Our main campus is in Wausau, WI, with five regional campuses located in Antigo, Medford, Phillips, Spencer and Wittenberg. In addition, NTC has a Public Safety Center of Excellence in Merrill, Agriculture Center of Excellence in Maine, and Wood Technology Center of Excellence in Antigo, and every day we bring students one step closer to making their dreams a reality. Whether you are pursuing one of our 150 associate degrees, technical diploma, or short-term certificate programs, or are simply taking a course to give you that competitive edge, a brighter future awaits you at NTC!

Salary : $63,700 - $80,700