Instructional Design Manager Remote Job at University of Missouri

Missouri Online provides the academic technology and digital learning services for all students in all modalities systemwide. We provide an administrative structure for the delivery of more than 300+ fully online and hybrid degree and certificate programs by providing marketing services, program coordination, research, enrollment and learner analytics, instructional design, academic technology and distance education state authorization coordination. We work with colleagues from all four Universities to enhance educational experiences, advance technological services, and increase efficiencies while pursuing continuous collaboration between the four Universities.

The University of Missouri System consists of system administration and four universities: The University of Missouri-Columbia, the University of Missouri-Kansas City, the Missouri University of Science and Technology, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and all of their component parts, including MU Health, MU Extension and UM Engagement.

To meet the needs of the state of Missouri and beyond, the UM System is seeking a collaborative and interactive Instructional Design Manager to assist in developing and maintaining high quality online programs and courses across the System. In this position, the Instructional Design Manager will be responsible for leading a team of instructional designers to partner with faculty in maintaining high quality standards in course design and development, along with collaborating across teams to develop and facilitate faculty development experiences.

Our Program and Course Design Services team is looking for an energetic leader who is eager to lead an instructional design team. Our vision is to be the experts at providing program and course support to each university in the system in order to provide a quality online education experience for all learners. This is a remote opportunity that may include visits to any campus once a semester.

Responsibilities include:
Be a Leader:
Supervise and manage a team of highly skilled Instructional Designers and Project Managers Lead and direct available instructional design resources and development needs. Provide advice, guidance, encouragement, and constructive feedback.

Be a Collaborator:
Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect. Develop, maintain and coordinate an electronically networked learning support environment. Oversee process completion of departmental activities, policies and procedures, providing guidance as necessary. Impact the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team and its contribution to the Educational Support function.

Be a Change Agent:
Foster an environment where ideas for doing things differently are welcomed and encouraged. Be internationally and continually reflective about your individual work habits, processes, needs, failures, and successes. Do the same at the team, department and organizational level.

Be Curious:
Develop fresh ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges. Display an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; desiring and making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills for work. Provide input to policies, procedures and systems to advance the goals of the Educational Support function. Coordinate resources and set daily priorities to meet operational objectives and offset competing priorities.

Be Transparent:
Earn others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions. Explain information, convey performance expectations and handle sensitive issues.

Be Invested:
Advocate for and positively represent our processes and services when working with team members, faculty, and members of the university community. Manage and supervise the department and provide assistance with the administration of the strategic objectives of the department. Explain policies and procedures to advise and assist others, team, and/or management.

Salary Range: $70,000 – $76,000

GGS Grade: 11

University Title: INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER IV

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8AM-5PM. Monday – Friday

Master’s degree in related/relevant area and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Master’s degree related to education, instructional design, or technical/business area
• 5 years of professional experience supporting teaching and learning online
• Background in training, instructional design and/or education leadership
• Strong understanding of best practices in online teaching pedagogy
• Ability to clearly communicate priorities to a team
• 2-3 years experience managing teams
• Experience in a higher education institution
• Experience developing high quality faculty development experiences

Resume and Cover Letter

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.