Lead Instructional Designer Job

The purpose of the eLearning Manager and Lead Instructional Designer is to oversee Pepperdine’s Graziadio Business School (PGBS) eLearning strategy, coordinate and enforce eLearning standards and practices, and manage short and long term team projects. This position evaluates school-wide instructional technology needs and implements solutions that enhance teaching and learning in PGBS’s on-ground, blended, and online programs.

The eLearning Manager and Lead Instructional Designer engages faculty in professional development to advance thought leaders who are committed to continuous growth in innovative teaching and learning strategies. This position supports Pepperdine’s strategic plan by: (a) providing strategic leadership, (b) fostering communities of practice, (c) standardizing quality in courses, and (d) maintaining compliance with accreditation and accessibility requirements.

This is a fully-remote position. In-person participation in several on-campus events each year is expected.

Duties

• Supervises eLearning’s team of Instructional Designer(s) and staff; manages day-to-day operations for the eLearning team. Effectively manages multiple projects, tasks, and courses by setting team priorities and deliverables. Provides timely project status reports and updates to PGBS leadership as requested. Oversees eLearning budget, strategy and technology tools specific to PGBS.
• Manages and completes the design, development, delivery, and continuous revision of course content and assessments for on-ground, blended, and online programs. Manages and provides consultations to faculty on the acquisition and production of course materials. Coordinates and trains faculty on the use of University technologies and sound pedagogical strategies to foster high levels of student learning experiences and engagement. Reviews content and course materials for accessibility. Effectively manages multiple projects, tasks, and courses by prioritizing actionables based on urgency and established deadlines. Provides timely project status reports and updates to the supervisor as requested. Coordinates the development and implementation of targeted training opportunities for faculty enrichment.
• Researches and promotes instructional technologies to apply innovative eLearning tools and resources. Serves as a liaison between PGBS and key university stakeholders in regards to these technology tools.
• Develops documentation, conducts training events, and creates media and other learning objects.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders, supervisor, and departments to offer targeted training opportunities for faculty enrichment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Uphold the University mission through work performed.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology-Media, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field. Demonstrated ability to think critically and solve multi-faceted issues and problems that escalate in difficulty. Capable of cooperating with faculty in a highly professional and collaborative manner that fosters exceptional standards and quality.

At least 5-10 years of experience in course design, development and delivery, use of multimedia/eLearning tools, working effectively in learning management systems, cooperating directly with faculty to improve instructional strategies and educational technology integration into coursework, assessment creation. Demonstrated leadership and project management skills. This position requires proactive and responsive problem solving to resolve issues. Intermediate to advanced skill level in the effective use of Google Suite, Zoom, Sakai (or other common LMS platform) and multimedia authoring tools. Intermediate understanding and/or working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS. Ability to conduct sound research and bring appropriate innovations to the forefront, presenting them to faculty in a positive manner. Must be multi-platform user (MAC and PC). Must troubleshoot independently. Must continue to advance at proficiency and ability to technically support eLearning tools and software that change at a rapid rate. Intermediate user of Pepperdine supported technologies such as Zoom, Panopto, Courses (Sakai), Turnitin, online proctoring, accessibility monitoring, multimedia production tools, and Google Suite.

Preferred: Solid project management skills that are demonstrated by timely task completion. Self-motivated and willing to take initiative independently. Demonstrated commitment to the highest quality in all aspects of his or her work. Trusted to act/communicate with utmost professionalism in both face-to-face and written formats. Highly collaborative and open to multiple perspectives.
5-10 or more years of experience in course design, development and maintenance, use of multimedia/eLearning tools, working effectively in learning management systems, cooperating directly with faculty to improve instructional strategies and educational technology integration into coursework, assessment creation. Ultimate professional, highly collaborative. In addition to the essential knowledge/skills, this position will demonstrate the ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships. Manage policy and simultaneous projects from concept to implementation, on various high-stakes timelines. Requires the utmost of quality in themselves and others. Prefer experience with Sakai. Comfortable as a multi-platform user (MAC and PC). Must independently solve multi-faceted instructional technology issues. Must independently solve multi-faceted instructional technology issues. An advanced user of Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Suite, online proctoring, accessibility monitoring, plus multimedia production tools such as Snagit and/or Camtasia. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in video/screen capture tools such as Panopto, VoiceThread, iMovie, Zoom, and other related programs.

Qualified individuals should be able to articulate a strong commitment to diversity, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws.

This is a Regular, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $81,000 – $90,000