Collaborate with academic departments to identify, develop & deliver new online degree programs.

Serves as an in-house expert on instructional design methodologies, continuously monitoring the latest innovations in the field and the performance of new products.

Follows national trends, state and federal regulation and accreditation standards to ensure compliance including state authorization.

Evaluate instructional methodologies and technologies used in online learning to promote continuous improvement.

Participants in online faculty board; coordinates implements and ongoing modification of online education guidelines.

Writes effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts, and video scripts.

Works with faculty members and Subject Matter Experts to apply instructional design technologies/techniques to the organization and development of new course/learning materials.

Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions :

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill :

• Solid interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work on cross functional teams in both leadership and member roles;
• Strong presentation, writing and research skills;
• Proven ability to work in complex, collaborative environments;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills;
• Ability to think out of the box and find creative, unorthodox solutions when needed;
• Must be able to prioritize and handle multiple assignments simultaneously;
• Self-motivated and an independent thinker who can meet deadlines, deal with conflicting priorities and have very strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to solicit cooperation from persons and departments throughout the University;
• Knowledge of educational technologies used for online learning;
• Knowledge of online teaching & learning best practices, theories, systems, & design;
• Knowledge of the Quality Matters rubric & course review process;
• Ability to work with ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, faculty, and other constituencies required.
• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training and Experience :

• 2+ years of Instructional Design experience
• Master’s degree in instructional/educational technology or related field;
• Experience developing & supporting online degree programs;
• Experience administering Canvas or another LMS;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with College faculty, corporate clients and vendors.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions X
Work with fumes or airborne particles X
Work near moving mechanical parts X
Risk of electrical shock X
Vibration X

Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Talking & Hearing X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X
Climbing or balancing X
Bending, pulling, pushing X
Driving X

Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds X
Up to 25 pounds X
Up to 50 pounds X
Up to 75 pounds X
Up to 100 pounds X
Over 100 pounds X

Vision Requirements:

X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

spatial relationships)

__ No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by The University as the needs of The University and requirements of the job change.)

Collaborate with academic departments to identify, develop & deliver new online degree programs.

Serves as an in-house expert on instructional design methodologies, continuously monitoring the latest innovations in the field and the performance of new products.

Follows national trends, state and federal regulation and accreditation standards to ensure compliance including state authorization.

Evaluate instructional methodologies and technologies used in online learning to promote continuous improvement.

Participants in online faculty board; coordinates implements and ongoing modification of online education guidelines.

Writes effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts, and video scripts.

Works with faculty members and Subject Matter Experts to apply instructional design technologies/techniques to the organization and development of new course/learning materials.

Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions :

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill :

• Solid interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work on cross functional teams in both leadership and member roles;
• Strong presentation, writing and research skills;
• Proven ability to work in complex, collaborative environments;
• Strong written and verbal communications skills;
• Ability to think out of the box and find creative, unorthodox solutions when needed;
• Must be able to prioritize and handle multiple assignments simultaneously;
• Self-motivated and an independent thinker who can meet deadlines, deal with conflicting priorities and have very strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to solicit cooperation from persons and departments throughout the University;
• Knowledge of educational technologies used for online learning;
• Knowledge of online teaching & learning best practices, theories, systems, & design;
• Knowledge of the Quality Matters rubric & course review process;
• Ability to work with ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, faculty, and other constituencies required.
• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training and Experience :

• 2+ years of Instructional Design experience
• Master’s degree in instructional/educational technology or related field;
• Experience developing & supporting online degree programs;
• Experience administering Canvas or another LMS;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with College faculty, corporate clients and vendors.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions X
Work with fumes or airborne particles X
Work near moving mechanical parts X
Risk of electrical shock X
Vibration X

Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Talking & Hearing X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X
Climbing or balancing X
Bending, pulling, pushing X
Driving X

Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds X
Up to 25 pounds X
Up to 50 pounds X
Up to 75 pounds X
Up to 100 pounds X
Over 100 pounds X

Vision Requirements:

X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

spatial relationships)

__ No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by The University as the needs of The University and requirements of the job change.)