Job Description
The Opportunity
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide announces an exciting opportunity in the Department of Online Education. The Instructional Designer I primary responsibility is the successful production of high-quality online courses. There is daily interaction with internal peers, course developers, media specialists, contractors, other IDD staff, the Executive Director of Instructional Design and Development, and the Directors of Instructional Design and Development. The position is responsible for the overall coordination of multiple online course development activities, serving as a program manager for online course production, updates, and maintenance.
The position requires superior critical thinking, strong interpersonal and communication skills, sharp time management skills, along with comfort working in a team environment and extensive knowledge on instructional design and online education. The Instructional Designer I must be able to navigate the higher education academic environment successfully.
Key job functions include:
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Collaborates with remote faculty to prepare high-quality online courses, for academic and non-credit delivery.
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Edits and organizes electronic information to create high-quality, adult learning oriented online course content.
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Coordinates the production and/or acquisition of instructional materials, including video, graphics, animations, and interactive media elements.
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In collaboration with faculty, produces instructional materials within the university’s Learning Management System (Canvas).
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Conducts quality assurance reviews of courses and other instructional materials.
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Implements established ERAU course development standards and policies and communicates those with other team members and faculty
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Works equally well in a team-based and individual context, as required by specific work demands.
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Monitors and communicates textbook issues affecting course development and implementation.
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Facilitates course approval process with academic department chairs upon completion of course development.
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Coordinates course review cycles and facilitates course redevelopments and updates.
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Coordinates project tasks and timeline to ensure timely execution of course production projects.
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If/when needed, engage with internal peers in the collaborative design and development of online courses and related projects.
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Encouraged (but not required) to engage in research projects with the goal of attending relevant conferences and training as well as performing presentations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
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Master's degree in Online Education, Instructional Design and/or Educational Technology.
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3-5 years of professional experience.
Required skills, knowledge, abilities:
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Related and relevant experience in online education, particularly in post-secondary educational settings
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Expertise with software applications used in designing online learning experiences.
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Advanced critical thinking skills in a fast-paced, changing environment.
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Exceptional project management skills.
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Ability to address multiple deadlines and balance multiple needs and perspectives in a professional manner.
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Excellent personal and remote communication skills.
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Ability to work professionally and collegially in a team environment.
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Problem-solving skills that include identification, analysis, and proactive solutions in support of University goals
About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations.
With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.
Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our
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