Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the full-time, exempt position of
Instructional Designer II. This position reports directly to the Director of Instructional Design and
Technology and is located in River Forest, IL.

The Instructional Designer II is responsible for supporting faculty in the use of technology for the
improvement of instruction, particularly assisting in the design of courses for multiple delivery modes.
The position also includes working collaboratively with other Instructional Design Team members.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Works collaboratively to design and participates in the development and production of dynamic
  multimedia instructional materials for Web-based courses in designated courseware
• Assists in the creation and maintenance of course design templates and modular support
  materials
• Develops and models effective design practices and implements technologies to support
  eLearning and integration of educational technology on campus
• Participates in evaluating and assessing instructional effectiveness and continuous improvement
  of course materials in collaboration with Faculty and Staff
• Provides first-line of support and assists faculty in maintenance, technical design and course
  content issues to enhance existing Web-based courses
• Designs, presents, or publishes appropriate training and support resources, workshops or
  courses to faculty, adjuncts and students both face to face and at a distanc
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University
  Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Skill Sets:

• Excellent oral, written, and instructional communication skills to work effectively within a team-
  oriented environment
• Knowledge of best practices in instructional technologies, online, blended, and face-to-face
  pedagogy
• Knowledge of web design principles such as Universal Design for Learning, creating web pages,
  the use of multimedia and other information technologies to design and deliver education and
  training in authoring systems, uses of the Internet, and multimedia technologies
• Ability to work with both Macintosh and Windows platforms
• Knowledge of HTML authoring desired
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
• Familiarity with working in diverse environment and/or with students from diverse backgrounds
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago

Minimum Experience Required:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Instructional Design in the higher education environment is
  required
• Extensive experience working with Blackboard Learn, Google Suite software, Adobe Captivate,
  Techsmith Camtasia and/or Articuate is required

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, in Instructional Design, Educational
  Technology, or related discipline
• Quality Matters Certification preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago
  benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or
ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however,
and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in
employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that
oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran
tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education,
and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in
small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All
undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is
consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For
more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students.
Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more
about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes
academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth,
integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran
Church – Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.