Instructional Designer

Overview and Responsibilities

ALMOST 8 WEEKS OF PAID TIME OFF ANNUALLY! Plus: sick leave, health insurance with employer HSA contribution, dental and vision insurance, and more! See benefits summary below.

The Instructional Designer provides leadership and support to faculty in planning and implementing effective course design, incorporating instructional standards in the development of courses and curricula, and in using technology to deliver courses and programs. The Instructional Designer supports faculty and staff in the development of online and hybrid courses and the utilization of the College's learning management system. In addition, the Instructional Designer supports course development efforts in all credit and non-credit areas of the college and reports to the Director of Educational Technology.

Responsibilities:

• As an educational technology strategist, conduct high-level analysis and serve as an active contributor and decision maker.

• Lead faculty, in collaboration with academic leadership, to review program/course outcomes, competencies, and curriculum for all course modalities.

• Plan, design, and develop varying instructional elements with faculty and staff for target audience/market.

• Design course components in learning management system and assure courses meet or exceed institutional standards including navigation and technical functionality; proofreading and editing.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and other stakeholders in designing instructional content in accordance with institutionally determined learning models and high impact practices.

• Provide on-going mentoring and support of instructional design to staff, faculty, and academic leadership.

• Collaborate with professional development team to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the college.

• Facilitate the Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) Curriculum and Assessment course and other related professional development.

• Develop and conduct training for faculty and staff on instructional design, educational technology, learning theories, and student support mechanisms.

• Serve as the college's Quality Matters (QM) Coordinator.

• Facilitate the college's instructional design process and collaborate with academic leadership to implement that process.

• Design and create multimedia assets with a variety of educational technology tools.

• Manage projects and grant requirements including scope, timeline, and complete deliverables by deadline.

• Attend conferences/professional development to keep current with educational technologies.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.

• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.

• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.

• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.

• Ability to value diversity by recognizing personal biases, adapting to culturally diverse situations, and demonstrating a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions with persons of diverse ethnic, cultural, social-economic, or educational backgrounds.

• Advanced knowledge of and skills with technology including software programs for communication, data collection, and decision making including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to various campuses as needed to fulfil job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, instructional technology, education, or a related field.

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience working with instructional design and technology including familiarity with learning management systems and course design software.

• Experience with web-based instructional design.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

Benefits Summary

2024 annual benefits include:

• 3 - 4 weeks of paid vacation time based on years of service

• 11 paid holidays

• Paid winter break - varies each year based on academic calendar and, at a minimum, includes days between Christmas and New Year's holidays (some exceptions may apply for essential workers)

• Paid summer break - the week of July 4th

• 4 paid personal days

• 3 weeks (15 days) paid sick time annually for absences due to illness, injury, or doctor and dentist appointments of the employee, dependent children, spouse, or parents of the employee or spouse; cumulative to 135 days (1,080 hours)

• Paid bereavement time

• Paid volunteer time

• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 annually (eligibility requirements apply)

• Health insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents with attached Health Savings Account (HSA); CVTC contributes $3,400 annually for a family plan or $1,700 annually for a single plan to your HSA

• Wellness incentive of up to $600 for employees enrolled in CVTC's health insurance

• $2,500 cash-payment in lieu of CVTC health insurance coverage for employees who have credible coverage through another source

• Dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents

• Vision insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents

• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid by CVTC

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), CVTC matches 6.9%, vested at 5 years of credible service

• 403(b) tax deferred annuity program

• 457(b) deferred compensation plan

• Section 125 flexible spending accounts

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Professional development

• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)

• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use

• Free or low-cost services offered by CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, and 620 West restaurant and culinary pop ups

Benefits begin on the first date of employment (i.e., there is no waiting period).

CVTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college's non-discrimination policies: Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-833-6334, WI Relay: 711