Instructional Designer I

Location

College Station, TX | United States

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Instructional Designer I Location College Station, TX : Job Title Instructional Designer I Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Texas Engineering Extension Service Proposed Minimum Salary $3,937.50 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff General Summary: The Instructional Designer I develops online, instructor-led online, and face-to-face courses to provide Instructional Design support for the Emergency Services Training Institute division. Participates in world-class training efforts by executing an established curriculum development process that includes working with Subject Matter Experts (SME) and design team members to identify training needs, preparing learning objectives, and defining and sequencing course content for classroom and online learning. Utilizes knowledge of adult education theory, various learning styles, and effective information and instructional design principles to maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the training programs. Works with SMEs to review and update existing programs to adapt courses to changing industry needs and objectives. Works with the Curriculum Manager to establish project requirements, leads development meetings, and tracks and reports project progress while working within the established budget and timeline limitations. This position reports to the Curriculum Manager. Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in an applicable field (English, Technical Communication, Education, Instructional Technology, Human Resources Development, or similar) from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience required.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Education, Technical Communication, Instructional Design/Technology, or closely related field.
• Two or more years of experience in training, curriculum development, and adult learning principles.
• Experience with Lectora, Articulate Storyline, or similar online development tools.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time in an office environment.
• Ability to lift and/or move moderately weighted objects with assistance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of basic online course design principles and practices.
• Highly developed communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and facilitate working groups,
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely,
• Knowledge of Bloom's taxonomy, instructional design models, adult learning principles, and basic principles of graphic design,
• Ability to learn office and design software programs such as Adobe Acrobat Professional,
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Equipment:
• Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone.
Notifications:
• This position is security sensitive.
• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.
• As part of TEEX's mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position's Division Director/HQ Department Head.
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving a personal or TEEX vehicle and/or flying on commercial airlines.
Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages: Curriculum Design, Development, and Implementation - 75%
• Facilitates working meetings assigned to phased curriculum development efforts.
• Designs and develops course materials for both the student and the instructor.
• Supports the creation of all course objectives.
• Creates course activities to reinforce all learning objectives.
• Creates and revises course presentation slides and instructional visual aids necessary to maintain alignment with course goals and objectives.
• Ensures the accuracy, completeness, and originality of technical documentation.
• Follows established development processes and guidelines to ensure efficiency and that curriculum meets required standards.
• Conducts focused reviews of all curriculum materials received for assignment and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, and content to ensure standardization.
• Prepares documents for professional printing or publishing through other means as specified by the Curriculum Manager.
Curriculum Design Team Lead - 15%
• Promotes collaboration, partnerships, and relationships amongst design team.
• Works with subject matter experts, instructors, and other design team members to ensure the accuracy and validity of the training design and methodology.
• Ensures alignment exists between the curriculum, testing, and applicable standards.
Instructional Design Projects - 10%
• Researches and obtains available resources, permissions, and curriculum content for course development.
• Establishes project scope, timeline, goals, and objectives.
• Monitors project progress and delivers required reports.
Additional Program/Division Responsibilities:
• Participates in professional development opportunities and seeks personal growth.
• Maintains involvement with Agency Initiatives.
• Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property.
• Performs additional work duties as assigned.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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$3,937.5 per month