Senior Instructional Designer Job
July 31, 2023
Instructional Designer Job
July 31, 2023
Website University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky College of Social Work (CoSW) is a renowned leader in social work. Our mission is clear: Through rigorous research, excellence in instruction, and steadfast service, the CoSW works to improve the human condition. Always, in all ways. As the state’s flagship university, CoSW is committed to actualizing our mission through innovative, accessible academic programming. CoSW is home to Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (traditional and online), Master of Social Work (hybrid and online), Doctorate of Social Work (online), and PhD (traditional) degree programs. In addition to Lexington’s main campus, we have a satellite campus at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas.
To continue to advance our eLearning opportunities, we are looking to hire an eLearning Design Specialist. This position works as part of a larger team that reports directly to the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs.
As an eLearning Design Specialist, a typical day may include the following:
- Work with academic units to design and develop content for online courses, trainings, and programs;
- Establish/monitor/adhere to project development timeframes and milestones;
- Engage with instructors to develop and assess course outcomes;
- Ensure accessibility standards are met;
- Partner with units to review/develop media assets, to include video, graphics, learning interactions, etc.; and,
- Assist in implementing strategic changes to improve LMS structure/support.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
This job might be right for you if:
- You are a bold, creative thinker who looks for creative solutions to challenges.
- You are proficient in eLearning, web-based, and/or instructional design concepts.
- You are passionate about figuring out how to make otherwise boring content more interesting.
- You have worked in and have knowledge of LMS platforms and eLearning authoring software (e.g., Captivate, Articulate, etc.).
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
12/31/2023
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
To apply for this job please visit ukjobs.uky.edu.