Instructional Designer I

Job Description:

Instructional Designer I

Description

Job Title
Instructional Designer I

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Business and Cyber Solutions

Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,937.50 monthly

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

The Instructional Designer I will join a team of curriculum experts developing online, instructor-led online, and face-to-face courses to provide Instructional Design support for the Business and Cyber Solutions Division. In this role, you will be a part of our world-class training efforts by executing an established curriculum development process that includes working with Subject Matter Experts (SME) and design team members to identify training needs, prepare learning objectives, and define and sequence course content for classroom and online learning. You will utilize knowledge of adult education theory, various learning styles, and effective information and instructional design principles to maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the training programs. You will also work with SMEs to review and update existing programs to adapt courses to changing industry needs and objectives. The Instructional Designer I will work with the Curriculum Manager to establish project requirements, lead development meetings, and track and report project progress while working within the established budget and timeline limitations.

This position will report to the Curriculum Manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in an applicable field from an accredited college or university (equivalency: will consider an Associate’s degree with two years of experience in training, curriculum development, and adult learning principles or a High School Diploma/GED with four years of experience in training, curriculum development, and adult learning principles)
  
• No experience required with a bachelor’s degree in an applicable field
  

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s in education, Curriculum, Instructional Design/Technology, or closely related field
  
• Two or more years of experience in training, curriculum development, and adult learning principles
  
• Experience with Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Professional, and Adobe Photoshop
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
  
• Ability to regularly use computer/keyboard
  
• Ability to sit for long periods of time in an office environment
  
• Maintain physical conditioning consistent with designing, developing, and deploying curriculum for classroom and online training delivery up to 25 lbs. with assistance
  
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft works applications
  
• Knowledge of online course design principles and practices excellent customer service skills
  
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
  
• Ability to manage projects and facilitate working groups
  
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely
  
• Knowledge of Bloom's taxonomy, instructional design models, adult learning principles, and graphic design
  
• Ability to work in office and design software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Professional
  
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
  

Equipment:

• Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone, fax machine
  

Notifications:

• This position is security sensitive.
  
• This position may include up to 10% travel to observe course pilots or course developments that may occur outside of normal work location.
  
• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
  
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.
  
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.
  

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages:

Design, develop, and deploy curriculum for traditional classroom training delivery programs and format content and graphics using prescribed software - 80%:

• Facilitates working meetings assigned to phased curriculum development efforts
  
• Designs and develops course materials for both the student and the instructor
  
• Supports the creation of all course objectives
  
• Creates course activities to reinforce all learning objectives
  
• Creates and revises course presentation slides and instructional visual aids necessary to maintain alignment with course goals and objectives
  
• Ensures the accuracy, completeness, and originality of technical documentation
  
• Follows established development processes and guidelines to ensure efficiency and that curriculum meets required standards
  
• Prepares, proofreads, and submits curriculum drafts of the publication for review by the development team
  
• Conducts focused reviews of all curriculum materials received for assignment and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, and content to ensure standardization
  
• Prepares documents for professional printing or publishing through other means as specified by the Curriculum Manager
  

Lead Curriculum Design Team - 15%:

• Promotes collaboration, partnerships, and relationships among design team
  
• Works with subject matter experts, instructors, and other design team members to ensure the accuracy and validity of the training design and methodology
  
• Ensures alignment exists between the curriculum, testing, and applicable standards
  

Research and Structure Instructional Design Projects - 5%:

• Researches and obtains available resources, permissions, and curriculum content for course development
  
• Establishes project scope, timeline, goals, and objectives
  
• Monitors project progress and deliver required reports
  

Other Duties:

• Additional Program/Division responsibilities:
  
• Participates in professional development opportunities and seeks personal growth
  
• Maintains involvement with Agency Initiatives (CoP’s, etc.)
  
• Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property
  
• Maintains a professional appearance
  
• Maintains an organized workspace
  
• Performs additional work duties as assigned
  
• As part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Division/ HQ Department Head
  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.