Director of Instructional Design Salt Lake City, UT

Director of Instructional Design

 

 

Job ID: Job-2533

location:       Salt Lake City UT

Jobtype:        Permanent

       

Required Skills:

•       Experience with the design and implementation of degree programs and courses

•       Experience in curriculum and development improvements based on need and trend

•       Experience directing the evaluation of curriculum continually

•       Strong ability to identify educational trends based on research, market analysis and feedback

•       Demonstrate experience applying the ADDIE model to curriculum design and development

•       Strong skills in strategic planning, project management, needs assessment, and risk management

•       Superior critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills

•       Exceptional oral and written communication skills

•       Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

•       Ability to facilitate collaboration, support, and buy-in from a variety of stakeholders

•       Exceptional foresight in educational trends and opportunities

 

Required Experience:

•       Three or more years of online course design experience or curriculum development or comparable experience

•       MA in relevant field, such as Instruction Design; PhD in education or related field preferred

•       Experience with online instruction and adult learning models

•       Knowledge of learning theory and student learning styles

•       Knowledge of educational technology and

•       Advanced technical writing and editing skills required

•       Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills required

•       Experience in online learning technologies and pedagogies

•       Advanced critical thinking, analysis, and synthesis skills required

•       Advanced skills in planning, organizing, and self-management required

•       Ability to work collaboratively and creatively in a deadline driven environment

•       Manage multiple projects at different stages, while meeting deadlines and quality standards

•       Must be precise, thorough, and detail-oriented

•       Strong Microsoft Office and technology skills

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

•       Manages all aspects design and development of curriculum

•       Provides innovation and leadership relating to curricular development

•       Facilitates the coordination of curriculum development activities across different teams and departments

•       Participates in leading and implementing organizational change in the area of instructional design to ensure high standards of quality and excellence

•       Makes recommendations as to the integrity and quality of degree program and course designs to the Associate Provost and other university leaders

•       Solves problems, fosters innovation, and delivers curriculum that reflects the learning potential of different populations

•       Manages the instructional Design staff and instructional design processes including the evaluation of processes to support operational efficiency and innovations that improve or enhance service levels and use of resources

•       Collaborates with Program Councils and National Directors to identify new market opportunities for degree programs

•       Develops and evaluates curriculum production standards, procedures and processes

•       Identifies and implements standards-based curriculum where appropriate and relevant

•       Researches competitive trends in higher education for application to university degree programs

•       Works collaboratively and effectively with others to promote innovative approaches and enhance productivity related to curriculum development across university programs

•       Assesses current products, designs and outcomes in order to determine best opportunities for increased student satisfaction and product quality

•       Ensures the development of degree programs and courses to design specifications

 

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