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Job Title

Instructional Designer I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Educational Adm & Human Resources Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Instructional Designer I to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with PD trainers, subject matter experts, and TCALL staff to create engaging, on-demand LMS courses that meet Title II ADA accessibility standards. You'll also play a key role in planning and coordinating inclusive learning materials with instructional design and multimedia teams to ensure every learner has access to high-quality educational experiences.

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 .

Other Requirements and Factors:

+ This position is grant funded and is therefore subject to the continued funding and satisfactory performance.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Course Design and Development

+ Leads course design and development projects.

+ Collaborates with professional development (PD) trainers, subject matter experts, and TCALL staff to design, develop, and test on-demand courses for the Learning Management System (LMS) that are compliant with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

+ Assists with planning and coordinating accessible materials with PD trainers, instructional design teams, and multimedia teams.

Support and Training

+ Consults and supports staff with instructional design.

+ Develops trainings, in collaboration with the Learning Management System (LMS) Team, to assist staff in the development of sound instructional materials.

+ Provides training on various digital learning tools that can be used for on-demand, online, and in-person instruction.

+ Creates and reviews training documents and videos to support staff in their use of digital tools.

+ Reviews support tickets and responds accordingly.

Evaluation and Improvement

+ Evaluates instructional tools and software prior to implementation.

+ Reviews and updates existing on-demand courses for quality design, engagement, and relevancy.

+ Recommends the focus of training support for digital tools based on usage trends and best practices.

+ Conducts analysis of support data and provides reports to relevant stakeholders.

+ Troubleshoots course issues reported to the PD Portal staff as needed.

Project Management and Collaboration

+ Manages the overall design and development process for assigned projects.

+ Collaborates with subject matter experts to design and develop instructional materials.

+ Collaborates with the Manager of Disability Services at TCALL to ensure compliance with Title II of the ADA for all course content.

+ Assists subject matters experts throughout the design process and makes key recommendations based on best practices.

+ Completes special projects related to the digital learning environment as directed.

+ Assist the Learning Management System/PD Portal with customer support.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ No prior experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

+ 2 years' experience in an adult education program funded under WIOA.

+ Experience with multiple sound and video editing tools.

+ Experience with project management tools such as Monday.com.

+ Experience using Articulate Storyline or similar course creation software with SCORM packaging options.

+ 2 years instructional design experience .

+ 2 years' experience with a Learning Management System (LMS)

+ Experience in applying accessibility standards (ADA Title II, WCAG)

+ Demonstrated proficiency using digital tools for on-demand course creation, such as video editing and embedded interactive content.

+ Experience collaborating with subject-matter experts and cross-functional teams to develop on-demand instructional materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of instructional design principles, including adult learning theory (andragogy), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA Title II) especially as applies to on-demand course development.

+ Skill in designing and developing engaging, accessible online courses using SCORM-compliant tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, or similar.

+ Ability to evaluate and improve instructional materials based on learner feedback, usage data, and evolving best practices.

+ Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas, Moodle, or Cornerstone, including course setup, troubleshooting, and analytics.

+ Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with subject matter experts, trainers, and multimedia teams.

+ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines using tools like Monday.com or other project management platforms.

+ Skill in using digital learning tools and media editing software, including video/sound editing for instructional content.

+ Ability to analyze support data and generate actionable reports to inform training and support strategies.

+ Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in instructional design and educational technology.

Who We Are

The Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development ( EAH R ) develops educational leaders and improves practice through teaching, research, and service in the areas of public school administration, human resource development, higher education administration, adult education, and student affairs administration . To learn more, please visit https:// eah r .tamu.edu/

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, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month

+ Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

+ Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) 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 pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our corevalues which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Int egrity , 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.