What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extension Instructional Designer position at The University of Georgia?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S15347P Working Title Extension Instructional Designer Department CAES-OLOD About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Typical work hours (8:00am-5:00pm)
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 06/25/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Position Information
Classification Title Instructional Techno Pro II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
The UGA Extension Instructional Designer plays a key role in advancing CAES’s strategic goals for online learning by supporting faculty in the design and delivery of high-quality, accessible online courses. This position will assist Extension with designing and delivering training sessions; work one-on-one with faculty to assist with designing their online courses and consult on course design and implementation issues, incorporating best practices and theories of online curriculum and course design. This position reports to the Staff and Organizational Development Specialist in the Extension Office of Learning and Organizational Development. This position is full-time and home based on the Athens Campus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Design and Development
Planning and Analysis
Project Management
Support
Research
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Kristi Carpenter Recruitment Contact Email Dr.Kristi@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Posting Details
Posting Number S15347P Working Title Extension Instructional Designer Department CAES-OLOD About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Typical work hours (8:00am-5:00pm)
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 06/25/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Position Information
Classification Title Instructional Techno Pro II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
The UGA Extension Instructional Designer plays a key role in advancing CAES’s strategic goals for online learning by supporting faculty in the design and delivery of high-quality, accessible online courses. This position will assist Extension with designing and delivering training sessions; work one-on-one with faculty to assist with designing their online courses and consult on course design and implementation issues, incorporating best practices and theories of online curriculum and course design. This position reports to the Staff and Organizational Development Specialist in the Extension Office of Learning and Organizational Development. This position is full-time and home based on the Athens Campus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Communicate effectively in visual, oral, and written form
- Write and edit messages and instructional materials that are clear, concise, and grammatically correct
- Familiarity with curriculum and course development
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, instructional teams, and stakeholders
- Use active listening skills
- Solicit, accept, and provide constructive feedback
- Author WCAG 2.0 Compliant HTML content
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Trello)
- Experience with a variety of technology tools (e.g., Articulate, Canvas, ElevenLab, Vyond, and WeVideo)
- Demonstrates and utilizes effective needs analysis, project management, course development, and evaluation skills
- Light office work
- Driving as needed to perform job duties
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Design and Development
- Support the design and development of online programs in collaboration with faculty and the Extension Staff Development Specialist
- Apply instructional design theory, research, and emerging technologies to create effective online learning experiences
- Design and develop instructional materials aligned with measurable learning objectives
- Support the design and development of online certificate programs in collaboration with faculty and the Director
- Create formative and summative assessments to measure student achievement
- Collect and organize course-level data to support quality assurance and continuous improvement
- Identify and respond to ethical and legal implications of instructional design
Planning and Analysis
- Conduct needs assessments to recommend appropriate instructional design strategies
- Analyze course alignment and recommend improvements to enhance instructional clarity and coherence
- Define the scope of instructional design projects based on desired outcomes
- Use data to revise and improve curricula, materials, and learning strategies
Project Management
- Define project scope and goals in alignment with instructional design needs
- Create and maintain implementation plans for design and revision projects
- Apply an instructional design process appropriate to the project scope
- Manage multiple concurrent instructional design projects, ensuring on-time delivery of high quality outcomes
Support
- Provide consultation for instructional and technical challenges as needed
- Assist with troubleshooting web-based learning technologies for online courses
Research
- Stay current with evolving instructional design practices, technologies, and accessibility standards through ongoing professional development
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Kristi Carpenter Recruitment Contact Email Dr.Kristi@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information
- Other Documents #1