Job Title: Instructional Designer II

Agency: Texas A&M University

Department: Bush School Of Government And Public Service

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: College Station, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description

What We Want

The Bush School is seeking a thoughtful, collaborative Instructional Designer who’s passionate about building high‑quality online learning experiences. In this role, you’ll partner closely with fellow designers and faculty Subject Matter Experts to create, redesign, and refine web‑based academic courses that reflect the Bush School’s commitment to excellence. You’ll guide projects through the full development cycle, ensuring timelines are met and every course aligns with our quality standards. If you enjoy blending creativity with structure, working as part of a supportive team, and elevating digital learning through intentional design, we encourage you to apply.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.  

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.  

Please Note: This is an in-office position located in College Station, Texas.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Instructional Design Support

• Designs, re-designs, and updates innovative and engaging online academic courses using a working knowledge of instructional design principles in combination with new online learning technologies.
• Collaborates with Subject Matter Experts in the planning and scheduling of the design and development of courses.
• Monitors the course development process to meet course offering deadline.
• Monitors course integrity as it relates to assessment, and reviewing course design quality.

Media Editing

• Creates and/or edits graphics, audio, and video for online delivery with storyboards and media editing software.

LMS Maintenance

• Works within Learning Management System to support the Instructional Designer through facilitation of course administration with regularly scheduled course procedures such as backups and template configurations.

Faculty Support

• May assist with some general course administration duties.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience in the design and development of online instructional materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of multi-media and software or related programs.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited college in Educational/Instructional Design or a related discipline.
• At least one year experience designing and producing instruction for online delivery.
• At least one year of experience with online learning technologies (e.g. LMS s, web conferencing tec.).
• Knowledge of effective instructional design methodologies.
• Ability to edit HTML and audio/video files using Camtasia.
• Knowledge and understanding of graphics software. Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to work with population.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance for online learning.
• Understanding of current web tools for online learning communities (e.g. social networking).
• Teaching or training experience.

Who We Are

The Bush School of Government and Public Service, https://bush.tamu.edu, was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bush’s philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers.  

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.