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The Instructional Designer in Financial Services (FS) Training and Development will design, develop, and implement high-quality training programs in a variety of media and modalities on FS budgeting, purchasing, and travel systems and processes. The successful candidate will be someone who thrives on being part of a team, loves the challenge of creating engaging content, and wants to develop their ability to translate technical material into universally-accessible learning modules. This position reports to the Associate Director of Training and Development in FS and will be part of a larger training team that designs, develops, and implements training programs for university staff and faculty. A successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to deal with multiple constituencies in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based work environment. Additionally, this role will require a candidate to exercise a high-level of organization and attention to detail.
The ability to collaborate and consult with subject-matter experts on the effective use of learning strategies, web-based resources, multimedia technologies, and instructional applications and systems to improve teaching and learning is essential to this position. FS is a wide-ranging division of the University of Utah that impacts all areas of campus with services including accounting, purchasing, travel, grants and contracts, surplus and stores, and more. Because of our division’s reach, FS employees have a unique opportunity to help the entire U community achieve its mission as the flagship research university in the state of Utah.
The University of Utah is a diverse organization and employees prosper in a team-oriented environment that emphasizes the values of communication, professionalism, service, stewardship, and engagement. We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent diversity and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds present in our community and campus.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package: www.hr.utah.edu/benefits
Responsibilities
- Consults with team training specialists, subject matter experts (SMEs), and system end users to develop course content.
- Manages course development process in coordination with multiple team members to meet course launch deadlines.
- Creates and maintain cooperative working relationships with all entities involved in the development process.
- Develops and implements evaluation techniques to measure the effectiveness of course content, materials, and overall learning experience.
- Performs other tasks as assigned by the Associate Director of Training and Development.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Expertise in content research, instructional design and delivery methods and experience delivering training to high level leaders is strongly preferred.
This position is not responsible for providing patient care.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
- Expertise in content research and instructional design and delivery methods.
- Experience with eLearning programs, graphic design programs, and audiovisual programs.
- Experience using Learning Management Software (LMS).
- Experience with the design and development of technical system training.
- Experience working in higher education.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
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To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor’s degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of professional training experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169 after submission
Open Date
04/25/2023
Requisition Number
PRN34708B
Job Title
Training & Development Specialist
Working Title
Instructional Designer
Job Grade
E
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Full-time; this position will be remote until a hybrid work schedule (two days per week on campus) starts in August 2023.
VP Area
President
Department
01389 – Financial & Business Services
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$55,000 – $60,000 DOE
Close Date
07/25/2023
Open Until Filled
No
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