Instructional Designer III

Job Title

Instructional Designer III

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

College Of Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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.    

Who we are  

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. 

What we want

The Instructional Designer III leads the development and support for the classroom, hybrid or online courses for the Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing at Texas A&M Health College of Nursing. The Instructional Designer III will lead and manage the development of training for Center faculty and/or staff in areas of curriculum design, andragogy, and best practices. This position is located in the Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing (Center) and reports to the Assistant Director-Forensic Nursing Continuing Professional Development.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.   

Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time

We encourage you to apply! To help us learn more about your experience and interest in the role, please submit a cover letter and CV/resume. You can upload both documents in the CV/Resume section of the application. 

Responsibilities

Course Design

• Manages course design and development projects for the Center. Administers and maintains online development courses/resources for continuing education and professional development for forensic nursing.
• Leads faculty and /or staff through the design process and makes key recommendations for design.
• Researches, reviews, and recommends software, multimedia applications, and web- based educational technologies.
• Collaborates with Center instructors and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design and develop online, blended, and web-enhanced and responsive forensic nursing continuing education courses and ECHO SAFE programs.
• Designs online modules.
• Oversees and manages the planning and coordinating materials with course instructor, instructional design team, and multimedia team.
• Creates, edits, and updates a variety of website content using a content management system. Has experience with learning management systems such as Canvas. Is familiar with managing HTML, CSS, and basic website design tools and assets.
• Uses HD video cameras, 360 cameras, HD photography cameras, audio receivers, video cards, and other video/photo capture equipment, hardware, and software used in producing promotional and educational content.

Support and Training

• Identifies and recommends the use of instructional strategies, technologies, and applications for forensic nursing continuing education courses. Researches and reviews emerging instructional design innovations and trends.
• Consults and leads Center faculty and/or staff with curriculum design related to continuing education for forensic nursing.
• Assists speakers who are presenting during live webinars.
• Works with registrants to access the webinar or live education activity.
• Manages event registration websites, registration exports, user accounts, design assets, and communication notification templates. Works with registrants as necessary to troubleshoot.
• Plans, develops, and provides guidance and training for Center faculty and/or staff on curriculum design strategies and course design for forensic nursing continuing education and ECHO SAFE programs.

Reporting and Quality Assurance

• Performs usability studies and creates reports related to forensic nursing continuing education, including ECHO SAFE programs for grant reporting.
• Leads and manages the course review process.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience in curriculum/instructional design and program coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in curriculum/instructional design or related filed
• Minimum of two years of experience developing eLearning courses using applications such as Articulate 360: Rise and/or Storyline, Camtasia, and Adobe Captivate
• Experience working with continuing education/professional development programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Knowledge of word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of online course design principles and practices.
• Knowledge of mobile learning and developing responsive e/mLearning courses.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and instructional technologies.
• Proficiency in developing eLearning courses using applications such as Articulate 360: Rise and/or Storyline, Camtasia, and Adobe Captivate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

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  

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. 

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.