Instructional Designer (71833)

Position Summary 

The Instructional Designer at Walsh University is responsible for providing design expertise and online course production assistance to faculty and staff. This position includes working collaboratively with various stakeholders on campus to design, develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate curriculum and courses for electronic learning using sound instructional design practices. The Instructional Designer will coordinate the use of multimedia, video, audio and other emerging technologies to create interactive, engaging learning activities and compelling course content. This position requires management of the instructional development process, setting standards for faculty in designing curriculum and instruction resources, and working with peer-to-peer review organizations to ensure adherence to industry best practices while maintaining Walsh core values. The Instructional Designer will carry responsibility for ensuring the University’s learning management system is properly maintained. This position also includes assisting with faculty training and mentorship programs in a variety of formats related to the development and delivery of Walsh eLearning programs. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work collaboratively with faculty to create high-quality, engaging learning activities and compelling course content.
• Provide expertise on design of curriculum and online courses
• Interface with instructors in order to understand concerns, explain technology in teaching strategies, and offer creative high-impact techniques and technology-enabled teaching solutions 
• Train subject matter experts to develop online coursework and both faculty and adjuncts on delivery of online coursework 
• Maintain project documentation and course folders for course development and maintenance oversight of online courses and programs
• Collaborate with Walsh’s Information Systems department to ensure appropriate technical support during course development and delivery.
• Build coalitions and eLearning programs with diverse constituencies, both internally and externally. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. 

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum and instruction, distance education, instructional technology, instructional design, adult/continuing education, educational leadership, or related fields. 

Work Experience: Experience in education and/or electronic learning in an academic setting.  Experience with Quality Matters is highly preferred.

Skills and abilities:

• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty.  Positive attitude a must.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects on various timelines.
• Comprehensive understanding of educational methodologies, curriculum development, and backward design.
• Demonstrated success of working in or with an academic environment.
• Working knowledge of modern distance education technologies and tools.
• Understanding of outcome assessment and continuous quality improvement.
• Working knowledge of various Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred (Canvas, D2L, Blackboard, Sakai, Moodle, etc.)
• Experience with Quality Matters preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Mobility to work in standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including extensive use of a computer and keyboard
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Gross and fine manipulation
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech to verbally express information or instructions

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc

• Letter of application with cover letter
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• 3 Professional References

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.