Instructional Designer job at Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing (JHSON) is seeking an Instructional Designer to join the instructional design, technology, and support team (IDTS) who will provide instructional design vision, leadership, and execution. The instructional designer will work collaboratively with faculty, students, subject matter experts, external partners, and IDTS team members to design, develop, deliver, and support instructional products and services to meet JHSON’s business needs.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of complex courses and training, ensuring competency alignment among courses to achieve program and professional objectives.
Collaborate and consult with faculty, staff, and associates on the effective use of instructional design strategies, web-based resources, multimedia technologies, and instructional software and systems to improve instructional outcomes.
Utilize project management skills to communicate, prioritize, track, and report project progress of milestones, challenges, and areas for improvement.
Serve as a team LMS administrator to configure, build courses, implement 3rd party integrations, and stay current on LMS system upgrades/changes.
Utilize multimedia technology and authoring tools to develop interactive and engaging instructional resources including eLearning, video, audio, and graphics.
Conduct training, workshops, and coaching for faculty to promote excellence in instructional design, instructional sequencing, teaching, active learning, engagement, and assessment strategies.
Evaluate the instructional effectiveness of programs, courses, and training products.
Create and revise instructional materials to ensure that they ensure quality, inclusiveness, and compliancy to ADA, Section 508, WCAG 2.1, and UDL standards for all learners.
Apply instructional design theories and related principles to program and department needs.
Stay abreast of JHU and peer institutional best practices and evaluate them for potential application in instructional design.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented team player who participates in highly collaborative instructional development processes and activities.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with multiple constituencies in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Proven ability to continually adapt and learn new procedures, systems, and software applications.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and solve problems in creative and productive ways.
In-depth understanding of learning theories and instructional design models.
Demonstrated ability to apply Instructional Design models/principles (Backward Design, ADDIE; etc.).
Knowledge of pedagogical issues related to online teaching and learning as well as current and emerging technologies.
Knowledge of various course assessment techniques and methods.
Ability to conduct course reviews using the Quality Matters rubric or other assessment tools.
Familiarity with copyright laws and creative commons.
Strong Project Management skills.
Experience working directly with faculty members and/or subject matter experts.
Experience supporting users of large enterprise data systems (student information, learning management, business systems, etc.).
Advanced experience managing learning management systems (i.e., Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, Course Plus, etc.)
Create lists, reports, scorecards, and dashboards using SharePoint, Power Automate, and Power BI.
Experience with remote assessment programs.
Experience with assessment management platforms.
Basic knowledge of streaming audio and video, compression methods, file types, and formats.
Advanced experience with authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Captivate, H5P, etc.).
Experience using online conferencing software (i.e., Teams, Zoom, etc.) for meetings, presentations, and webinars.
Familiarity with graphic design elements appropriate for online instruction.
Excellent presentation skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Strong understanding on how to operate general office and communications equipment, including personal computers and audiovisual equipment.

Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications

Knowledge of current WCAG 2.1 AA recommendations.
Knowledge of SCORM and other standards for online course delivery.
Advanced experience building courses and managing subaccounts in Canvas.
Demonstrated experience working with enterprise level video management systems (i.e., Kaltura, Panopto, etc.).
Create advanced custom eLearning mechanisms using advanced actions or triggers.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, SharePoint, MS Teams, Excel, etc.).
Proficient document, image, audio, and video manipulation skills using Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, etc.).
Familiarity with graphic design elements appropriate for online instruction.
Competency with basic HTML editing software.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or related field
Three years of progressively responsible experience in course design and development, faculty training, or program/course assessment/evaluation.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula

Preferred Qualifications

M.A. /M.S. Degree in Instructional Design or in an education related discipline.
5 years of professional experience in an academic and/or corporate environment, designing and developing online instruction.
Demonstrated use of Quality Matters rubric or similar course design quality standards.
Experience working with both Mac and PC platforms.

Classified Title: Instructional Designer
Working Title: Instructional Designer
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/ME
Starting Salary Range: $62,780 – $86,390 – $110,010 annually (commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:30 – 5:00
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Remote
Department name: Academic Affairs
Personnel area: School of Nursing

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees’ health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:

JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate’s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

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