Instructional Designer

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an onsite Instructional Designer for Nevada Online. Reporting to the Associate Director, Nevada Online, Instructional Designer positions will support the instructional design and instructional technology needs of the campus within the online modality. The position is responsible for training on instructional technologies, faculty development support and course design guidance and assistance while following Department of Education requirements for online learning. The Instructional Designer provides faculty support in the application of learning theory to course design, the incorporation of instructional technologies into courses, and assistance in the creation of online courses and materials. The Instructional Designer analyzes and applies trends in learning technologies and instructional design, and works collaboratively with faculty and colleagues in developing and delivering high-quality learning experiences for students.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Collaborate with faculty on the design of online courses based on learning theory, University and Department of Education requirements, standards and best practices in the use of technology in teaching and learning

Perform needs based and content analysis to assess learning needs and determine appropriate instructional strategies and course development techniques

Conduct training sessions for faculty learning to use and integrate technologies and innovative pedagogy into their courses

Facilitate online course development and delivery trainings, work closely with design team to keep trainings dynamic and current

Produce instructional materials (i.e., handouts, tutorials, instructional videos) to assist faculty in the use of various instructional systems and concepts

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of related work experience: OR a Master’s Degree and one (1) year of related work experience
Related experience: Instructional Design, teaching, online learning, higher education and software/technical training or related.

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty - B

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Salary $70,000 full time M-F onsite, NO REMOTE options