Instructional Designer (Internal Only)

Review: September 15, 2017

(Job #17– 82) Information Technology Consultant (Foundation) - Instructional Designer, $3,470-$6,114/month. Appoint-

ments are typically made at the beginning of the salary range. This is a full-time, temporary, 12-month, benefitted position in

College of Extended Education and Global Engagement with an expected end date of June 30, 2018. This is an internal search

only.

Position Summary: Under dir ect supervision of the Director of Academic Technology, the incumbent will work collabo-

ratively to support campus educators in implementing effective instructional pedagogies and technologies for all learning for-

mats (face-to-face, blended, hybrid, online). This position is responsible for serving as a resource for faculty and instructional

staff in the design, development, evaluation and revision of learning and teaching, and its associated assessment, for the purpose

of supporting student learning. By focusing on equity, accessibility, and achievement, greater student success is achieved for all

students.

Duties:

Provide course design and development and academic technology support for campus educators.

Provide consultative support for faculty in the optimal design and development of curriculum and instruction across all

learning formats guided by Quality Online Learning & Teaching (QOLT) best practices and Universal Design principles,

including the creation of accessible course materials as part of the CSU Accessible Technology Initiative (ATI).

Facilitate the effective implementation of instructional and technological innovation by sharing research findings of best

practices.

Design, develop, and gather learning, teaching, and assessment resources in a variety of formats to support curriculum of-

ferings.

Devise methods for integrating technical tools and applications into faculty instructional delivery and student projects.

Develop and investigate courseware and curriculum software tools and support implementation, including the campus

learning management system and related tools.

Collaborate with content experts, other instructional designers, librarians, graphics specialists, instructional librarians,

learning management system specialists, CSU resource personnel, and multimedia developers to expand the use of QOLT

and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in course design and development.

Provide learning opportunities for campus educators.

Work closely with campus faculty and related groups on issues of faculty professional development as it relates to learning

and teaching technologies to support pedagogies.

Collaboratively design, develop, and facilitate workshops, intensives, seminars, brown bags, and communities across vari-

ous formats as related to course design, development, facilitation, and appropriate educational technologies.

Collaborate with academic technology team members to enhance participation in learning opportunities and to develop

metrics for evaluating their effectiveness.

Participate in the assessment of the needs of faculty for future instructional and faculty development activities and projects.

Actively engages in research and development to expand campus capacity for improving student learning.

Explore, evaluate, and advise on new technology trends and developments, materials, and best practice techniques for their

applicability to educational uses in support of student success.

Engage in professional development to stay abreast of learning theories, pedagogies, and technological developments.

Participate and present in local, state, regional, and national professional associations, conferences, and committees as ap-

propriate.

Utilize applied research, interpret data, and recommend procedures and solutions for effective learning and instruction.

Participate in planning, conducting, evaluating, and improving College of Extended Education and Global Engagement

(CEEGE) operations.

Document all processes and practices.

Contribute to the internal assessment of the CEEGE as related to assigned work.

Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of the unit website as related to assigned work.

Perform related duties as assigned.

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Minimum qualifications: A basic foundation of knowledge and skills in technical infor mation systems and application

program packages. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information

systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of

study. This basic foundation may also be obtained through a combination of education and work experience which provides

the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.

Preferred qualifications:

Bachelor Degree.

Current teaching experience, preferably at the postsecondary level, or a combination of education, training, and experi-

ence that provides the required knowledge and abilities. An example of this would be course work in Instructional De-

sign, Learning/ Educational Psychology, Educational Technology, or related field and/or applied experience in instruc-

tional design and development with background in learning and instruction, program development and evaluation.

Experience creating multimedia.

Experience with HSU's Academic Technology environment.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

Knowledge of instructional design theories and methodologies and ability to apply them.

Knowledge of and ability to evaluate instructional software, courseware development, and multimedia application.

Knowledge of current techniques and procedures used in the design, development, and evaluation of instructional pro-

grams, methods, materials, and instruments.

Knowledge of systems design and technology integration techniques.

Demonstrated capacity to learn and facilitate the use of learning management systems such as Moodle, Canvas, etc.

Demonstrated capacity to learn and implement new procedures, programs, and technologies.

Demonstrated ability to work and communication with users to effectively identify and efficiently meet their require-

ments.

Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and implement instructional applications.

Ability to collaborate and consult with faculty around issues of student learning:

assessing student needs, learning outcomes, and needs of diverse students

writing instructional objectives

designing, developing, and evaluating instructional materials and activities

developing assessment instruments that measure student learning

implementing research and evaluation methodologies

Demonstrated interpersonal and problem-solving skills involved in performing the following tasks:

making effective oral and written presentations

troubleshooting instructional and learning problems in a variety of settings

establishing cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing dutie

working patiently and supportively with individuals with limited technology skills, and effectively developing

those skills

communicating proactively and professionally within a collaborative, cross-functional team of faculty, project

managers, and technical staff.

Ability to work with multiple deadlines and multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to apply advanced critical thinking skills in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Humboldt State University is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural

diversity of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be found at www.humboldt.edu.

Humboldt State University is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color,

national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran

status, or any other legally protected status.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set

forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Incorrect or improperly completed applications will not be considered for vacancies.

Any reference in this announcement to required periods of experience or education is full-time activity. Part-time experience or education--or activities only part of which are qualify-

ing--will receive proportionate credit. In accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, preference may be given to the campus applicants covered by these agree-

ments. However, positions are open to all interested applicants, both on and off campus.

Class Code: 0420

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment

verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Certain positions may also require a credit

check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued

employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Publication Date: September 1, 2017

Commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service principles.

Demonstrated commitment to the university's goal of inclusiveness with evidence of a history of working effectively with

persons of all races, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, and religions. Because we place a high priority

on the importance of cultural diversity on this campus, candidates should explain how they have been and could be in-

volved in advancing this campus goal.

Application Procedure: Please note that Humboldt State University now requires application mater ials to be submitted

electronically. If assistance is needed, the Human Resources & Academic Personnel Services office (located in Siemens Hall

room 212) has a computer station available and our front office team would be happy to assist you. Qualified applicants

should submit electronically the following materials:

Letter of Interest;

HSU Employment Application;

Resume or Curriculum Vitae;

Contact information for at least three professional references

Submission of the application materials should be sent as email attachments to careers@humboldt.edu.

Please include your last name and the job # (17-82) in the subject line of the email.

Application Deadline: This position is open until filled. The fir st review of applications will be Monday, September 15,

2017.

HSU is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and ad-

ministration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and

inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.