Instructional Designer I

Job Description:

Instructional Designer I

Description

Job Title
Instructional Designer I

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Emergency Services Training Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,937.50 monthly

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

The Instructional Designer I will join a team of curriculum experts developing online, instructor-led online, and face-to-face courses to provide Instructional Design support for the Emergency Services Training Institute division.

In this role, you will be a part of our 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, prepare learning objectives, and define and sequence course content for classroom and online learning. You will utilize 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. You will also work with SMEs to review and update existing programs to adapt courses to changing industry needs and objectives.

The Instructional Designer I will work with the Curriculum Coordinator to establish project requirements, lead development meetings, and track and report project progress while working within the established budget and timeline limitations.

This position will report to the Curriculum Coordinator.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field (English, Technical Communication, Education, Instructional Technology, Human Resources Development, or similar) from an accredited college or university (equivalency: will consider an Associate’s degree with two years of experience in training, curriculum development, and adult learning principles or a high school diploma/GED with four years of experience in training, curriculum development, and adult learning principles.)
  

• No experience required with a bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
  

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 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 tool.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  
• Ability to regularly use computer/keyboard.
  
• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time in an office environment.
  
• Maintain physical conditioning consistent with designing, developing, and deploying curriculum for classroom and online training delivery.
  
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. with assistance.
  
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  
• Knowledge of basic online course design principles and practices.
  
• Highly developed written and oral 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:

Design, develop, and deploy curriculum for traditional classroom training delivery - 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 recommend 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 Coordinator.
  

Lead Curriculum Design team - 15%

• Promotes collaboration, partnerships, and relationships among 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.
  

Research and Structure 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 deliver 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.
  
• Maintains a professional appearance.
  
• Maintains an organized workspace.
  
• 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.