Job no: 519026
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Ctr for Integrated Professional Development
The Senior Instructional Designer participates in the formulation and implementation of online/hybrid and digital learning strategy and supports the development of fully online and blended/hybrid programs. The Senior Instructional Designer coordinates course development projects, working with subject matter experts to design or adapt coursework for engaging and high-quality experiences for all learners. The Senior Instructional Designer also works with Online Education team members to develop and implement professional development and provide support and consultation to faculty and to academic departments.
University Benefit Highlights:
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Tuition waiver benefits are available to staff as well as their eligible dependents.
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Retirement and supplemental retirement
- For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
- Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/
$55,000 - $62,000 annual, combined with an excellent benefit package
- Master’s or equivalent degree in instructional design and development, educational technology, or closely related field.
- At least five years (60 months) of instructional design experience.
- Experience in/with the following
a. working with faculty or other subject matter experts to develop instructional materials and/or online courses.
b. with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Brightspace, Moodle, Blackboard).
c. training, supporting and/or presenting to faculty.
- Knowledge of principles of adult learning, instructional design, teaching methods, and assessment.
- Strong problem solving, conflict management, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with considerable latitude and independence or as part of a team and to network with educational technology professionals inside and outside the institution.
- Higher education online teaching experience.
- Experience with graphics, video, or multimedia development software, such as Adobe or Articulate.
- Knowledge of online course standards (e.g., Quality Matters or OLC Quality Scorecard) and/or state or accreditations guidelines for online education.
- Knowledge of principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
- Technical writing and documentation experience
Core Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday, with some flexibility
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
- Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
July/August 2024
Resume
Reference List - Three references
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Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity
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Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.
To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Kira Shelton
Human Resources
kgshelt@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-2120
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 07/03/2024 03:50 PM CST
Application Closes: 07/06/2024 11:55 PM CST