Instructional Designer

Overview The Information Technology Services (ITS) Department at Auburn University at Montgomery is accepting applications for an Instructional Designer. Responsibilities Provide technical support to faculty using the Learning Management System (LMS) Blackboard Assist faculty in online course design and development using a systematic instructional design model Advise faculty on the use of appropriate technologies in online education Conduct training as necessary Assist with the development of class curriculum and materials Oversee multimedia use in online and hybrid courses; support faculty with implementation of new methods in existing and new courses Ensure that quality online courses are completed on schedule Review new and existing courses against the Quality Matters Rubric Research and utilize the most up-to-date practices and technologies related to instructional design and online learning applications Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; master’s degree preferred. Experience equivalent to one year of employment in information systems computer science, or instruction or related field. Experience in higher education and/or K-12 is preferred for any applicant. Strong preference for candidates with previous course design experience in a Blackboard LMS environment. Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to respond to several demands at one time Ability to communicate orally and in writing with a diverse community of users who possess varying levels of technical knowledge Ability to prioritize work Ability to resolve technical problems and provide support to instructors/faculty, students and staff Knowledge of acceptable teaching practices and best practices for delivering online instruction Ability to teach others Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community. #J-18808-Ljbffr Auburn University