Position Title: Instructional Designer,Ld

Employee Classification: Instructional Designer,Ld

College/Division: DACC Dona Ana CC

Department: 940600-DACC ACADEMIC SUPP

Internal or External Search: Internal - Open to Regular NMSU employees only (temporary/Term employees not eligible)

Location: Doña Ana Community College

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  $ 59,965.78 - $ 76,455.95; Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  DACC, a responsive, accessible, comprehensive, learning-centered community college that provides education opportunities to a diverse community of learners is inviting candidates to apply for the following vacant position:

Classification Summary:
Under general supervision, plans, conducts and supervises assignments. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Plans and assigns staff for given projects or tasks and recommends changes to procedure. Leads the development, delivery, evaluation, and maintenance of excellent online courses. Lead with others existing processes and innovate ways to enhance and increase online instruction design practices.

Classification Standard Duties:
Lead in the delivery of instructional design support services for faculty related to the effective design and use of educational technologies. Design exercises and activities in conjunction with course authors that enhance the learning process. Evaluate and approve new educational applications and software programs that would enhance course development and/or delivery from the faculty and/or student perspective. Review existing curriculum looking for areas of improvement and enhancement. Implement feedback provided by faculty related to course content changes and improvements. Research new innovations in both learning design and education. Lead in support initiatives to align course goals and educational activities and assignments. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Five (5) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of teaching and learning processes in educational settings (e.g. University, College, K-12, Continuing Education). Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures. Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise. Knowledge of a broad range of relevant multi-user computer systems, applications, and/or equipment. Knowledge of computer security procedures and protocol. Knowledge of federal copyright laws as they pertain to the use of computer software.; SKILLS:Records maintenance skills.; ABILITIES:Demonstrated ability in instructional design related to producing and teaching quality online courses/workshops. Ability to provide course design related to building online courses efficiently with numerous instructors in a professional educational environment. Ability to plan, implement, test, and troubleshoot education technology applications. Ability to author technical documentation in paper, online, and video formats for the use of educational technology.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Collaborate with faculty subject matter experts to provide learning design services to develop new courses, support the revision and delivery of existing courses, and propose solutions for complex challenges in online, hybrid, and blended learning environments.
• Support faculty, programs, and course teams to incorporate instructional design theory, teaching and learning pedagogy, and best practices in online education through course design and delivery.
• Research, design, develop, administer, and facilitate group and one-on-one professional development activities for faculty and staff with regard to various instructional design topics such as andragogical best practices, course design, learning theory, effective use of instructional technology tools, Quality Matters, accessibility, and compliance requirements.
• Develop course design templates, checklists, guidelines, and best practices.
• Apply student-centered, evidence-based learning theory and best practices to course design.
• Coordinate the eLearning peer review process through continual communication to instructors whose courses are under review and work with assigned faculty teams to provide detailed feedback.
• Utilize learning outcomes and other analytical tools to measure student outcomes and support faculty assessment of student learning outcomes, especially in integrating measurable outcomes and mapping and reporting learning outcomes in a Learning Management System.
• Through consultation with faculty, design and develop digital media assets to enhance instruction and support the attainment of student learning outcomes. Remain proficient in the use of digital media tools and software.
• Demonstrate knowledge of online learning regulatory and compliance agency requirements including: UDL, ADA, Section 508 compliance, FERPA, and other applicable laws, rules and regulations related to online learning.
• Collaborate with Student Accessibility Services to ensure ADA compliance of instructional materials. Review third-party VPAT documentation and provide feedback to faculty members to create meaningful alternatives for all students. Lead the ADA peer review process for all curriculum and continuing education online, hybrid, and blended courses.
• Manage multiple projects on various timelines from development to delivery to assessment; collaborate with partners on cross-campus projects.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Monitor developments in the field of instructional design and technology to remain current on innovative and effective strategies and practices; evaluate, select, and assess new instructional technology tools, strategies, and resources.
• Assist in staff development related to instructional applications, e.g., MS Teams, Zoom, Canvas, etc.
• Serve on college committees as requested.
• Participate in job-related workshops and training to enhance job performance. Attend departmental and college meetings.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Curriculum & Instruction, Distance Education, Learning/Instructional Design, Educational Learning Technology, or a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• A Master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate credit hours in a discipline/field currently offered at DACC.
• One year instructing post-secondary online: credit-bearing college courses, community college continuing education courses, or faculty professional development training.
• Two years of experience with instructional design and curriculum development incorporating technologies across all modalities of instruction, i.e., blended, hybrid, and online.
• Experience using a learning management system such as Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, etc. Experience with cloud-based and content authoring software such as Adobe Captivate, SoftChalk, Camtasia, etc.
• Experience with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508 standards in the creation of instructional content.
• Experience with instructional design processes, e.g., ADDIE, UDL, TPACK, etc. Experience developing, implementing, and supporting successful faculty development programs regarding optimal instructional design, i.e., workshops, online modules, etc. Participation and leadership in local, regional, or national groups/organizations focused on distance/online learning, e.g., NC3ADL, Educause, OLC, etc.
• Understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy.
• Demonstrated respect for diversity and promotion of an inclusive, culturally responsive environment.
• Ability to communicate and promote eLearning with a wide range of individuals and constituents.
• Initiative, independent judgment, diplomacy, and service-oriented attitude. Organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  McKenna Garcia, 575-527-7550

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.