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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
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Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting faculty, other CMU employees, and affiliated constituents in the design and development of instructional-related content and material for online courses (credit and non-credit). This position also works closely with the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Support staff (e.g., curricular, multimedia, and LMS) to facilitate content design and development. This position provides training for faculty on various aspects of online course design, development, and delivery.
Position Number:
S-3716
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree, preferably in Business or Education Technology, Instructional Design/Technology, or a related field.
Two years of experience in higher education, working in instructional design, faculty development, or training.
Experience teaching college-level courses and/or training college faculty and/or staff.
Knowledge and understanding of the instructional design process and online teaching and learning.
Working knowledge of and experience using a learning management system and its tools.
Broad, functional knowledge of and proficiency in using common software applications and instructional technology tools.
Proven knowledge of accessibility in online courses.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and priorities.
Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of faculty and staff including the ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in a related field.
Experience in a Blackboard Ultra environment.
Experience with Quality Matters or similar quality control program for online courses.
Duties & Responsibilities
Works with faculty to design, develop, and revise instructionally sound online courses.
Consults with faculty about using technology, multimedia, and learning systems to improve online teaching and learning.
Works collaboratively and closely with other Curriculum and Instructional Support units and faculty to develop online and hybrid courses.
Implements measures for ensuring quality in online and hybrid courses.
Facilitates the development and delivery of training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and competencies of faculty who develop and teach online and hybrid courses.
Researches, evaluates, and assesses the latest technology, learning media, and learning systems best practices in online design, development, and delivery.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Exercised None.
Employee Group Professional & Administrative - Salary
Pay Range $67,000 - $77,000 per year
Division / Department Division: Academic Affairs Department: Curriculum & Instructional Support
Position Status / Details
Position Status: Regular
Employment Status: Full-Time
FTE: 1.0
Position Type: 12 month
Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed
Location: 1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, Michigan, 48859
Posting Details
Open Until Filled: Yes
About The Department About CMU: Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives. We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. CMU offers a wide range of programs and is active in leadership development through the Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute.
Leadership Standards Central Michigan University values leadership and engagement. Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.
Message To Applicants CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight. CMU is committed to Title IX compliance. Inquiries about Title IX can be made to CMU’s Title IX Coordinator.
To apply, visit https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/43576
Copyright 2025 CMU. Posting by Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved.
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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
role at
Central Michigan University
Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting faculty, other CMU employees, and affiliated constituents in the design and development of instructional-related content and material for online courses (credit and non-credit). This position also works closely with the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Support staff (e.g., curricular, multimedia, and LMS) to facilitate content design and development. This position provides training for faculty on various aspects of online course design, development, and delivery.
Position Number:
S-3716
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree, preferably in Business or Education Technology, Instructional Design/Technology, or a related field.
Two years of experience in higher education, working in instructional design, faculty development, or training.
Experience teaching college-level courses and/or training college faculty and/or staff.
Knowledge and understanding of the instructional design process and online teaching and learning.
Working knowledge of and experience using a learning management system and its tools.
Broad, functional knowledge of and proficiency in using common software applications and instructional technology tools.
Proven knowledge of accessibility in online courses.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and priorities.
Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of faculty and staff including the ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in a related field.
Experience in a Blackboard Ultra environment.
Experience with Quality Matters or similar quality control program for online courses.
Duties & Responsibilities
Works with faculty to design, develop, and revise instructionally sound online courses.
Consults with faculty about using technology, multimedia, and learning systems to improve online teaching and learning.
Works collaboratively and closely with other Curriculum and Instructional Support units and faculty to develop online and hybrid courses.
Implements measures for ensuring quality in online and hybrid courses.
Facilitates the development and delivery of training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and competencies of faculty who develop and teach online and hybrid courses.
Researches, evaluates, and assesses the latest technology, learning media, and learning systems best practices in online design, development, and delivery.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Exercised None.
Employee Group Professional & Administrative - Salary
Pay Range $67,000 - $77,000 per year
Division / Department Division: Academic Affairs Department: Curriculum & Instructional Support
Position Status / Details
Position Status: Regular
Employment Status: Full-Time
FTE: 1.0
Position Type: 12 month
Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed
Location: 1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, Michigan, 48859
Posting Details
Open Until Filled: Yes
About The Department About CMU: Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives. We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. CMU offers a wide range of programs and is active in leadership development through the Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute.
Leadership Standards Central Michigan University values leadership and engagement. Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.
Message To Applicants CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight. CMU is committed to Title IX compliance. Inquiries about Title IX can be made to CMU’s Title IX Coordinator.
To apply, visit https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/43576
Copyright 2025 CMU. Posting by Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved.
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