"Instructional Designer III"

Job Title

Instructional Designer III

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Distance Learning Fee

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,646.61 monthly

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Instructional Designer III, under general supervision, provides leadership and direction in the planning, development, and evaluation of classroom, hybrid, online, and technology-enhanced instructional materials. Leads and manages course design initiatives and faculty development efforts in instructional design, andragogy, accessibility compliance, and emerging best practices. Additionally, designs and develops Python-based and Microsoft Power Platform applications to support instructional and institutional initiatives, utilizing GitHub for version control and collaborative code management.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive course design and curriculum development support to academic units, including those developing new online programs, addressing accessibility and compliance requirements, implementing innovative delivery models such as competency-based education, and advancing the responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning.
• Collaborates with instructors and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design, develop, and review online, blended, and web-enhanced courses; guides faculty through the instructional design process and recommends effective course structure, pedagogy, assessment strategies, and technology integration.
• Designs, develops, manages, and delivers faculty development initiatives, including workshops, consultation services, digital resources, and structured development courses for full- and part-time faculty.
• Continuously researches emerging learning theories, instructional technologies, and best practices to enhance teaching effectiveness, student engagement, and learning outcomes.
• Advances and optimizes the integration of the Learning Management System (LMS) and related instructional technologies to strengthen course design, delivery, and instructional innovation.
• Collaborates with instructional design teams, multimedia staff, and faculty development professionals to develop high-quality, innovative instructional solutions aligned with institutional standards.
• Designs, develops, and maintains Python-based applications and automation solutions to support instructional and institutional initiatives; develops Microsoft Power Platform applications and integrates data-driven solutions as appropriate. Utilizes GitHub for version control and source code management to ensure organized documentation, collaborative workflows, and code reliability.
• Delivers responsive, high-quality customer service to faculty, staff, and academic units while safeguarding institutional data privacy and adhering to departmental and University policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• Four years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of online course design principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and instructional technologies.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Required Attachments

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter