Instructional Designer 2
Company: University of California
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
This position works remotely requiring a telecommuting agreement
and adherence to the UCSC Telecommuting/Remote Work Guidelines. The
employee shall be available in a full-time capacity during assigned
telecommuting work hours (specific hours to be discussed with
supervisor). While telecommuting/remote working, the employee is
responsible for ensuring a worksite environment suitable for
accomplishing their regular job duties during scheduled hours of
work and, if applicable, arranging for dependent care just as they
would if they were working at the regular UCSC worksite.
NO VISA SPONSORSHIP IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION.
NOTIFICATIONS
UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19
vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy.
Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees
who physically access a University facility or program in
connection with their employment, appointment, or
education/training.
Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely
with NO expectation that they will physically access any University
location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the
employee is subject to policy.
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application
materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the
hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the
IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit.
Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the
hiring unit.
The IRD for this job is: 02-28-2023
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California,
combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the
depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an
unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part
of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today,
all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the
world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Scout from the University of California is a SAPEP program that
develops and delivers A-G approved, online classes and curriculum
to high school teachers/students. UC Scout's mission is to provide
high-quality A-G and AP curricula and courses for students in need,
with an emphasis on advancing the academic success of California's
educationally underserved students. We strive to be California's
leading resource for online high school content that closes the
opportunity gap for educationally disadvantaged students.
UC Scout's Instructional Design department is responsible for the
development and support of online courses, as well as oversight of
the online learning environment and its users. The Instructional
Designer will work collaboratively to design, deliver and maintain
high-quality online courses to support teachers in online learning
and instructional effectiveness.
UC Scout is a fully remote team.
More information can be found here: https://www.ucscout.org/
JOB SUMMARY
Uses instructional design and multimedia development skills and
best practices to help shape curricular content into coherent
instructional modules that employ multimedia and a variety of
interactive, web-based tools aimed at supporting learner engagement
and knowledge acquisition. Demonstrates a high degree of
collaboration, flexibility, and diplomacy as well as proficient
project management and creative problem-solving. Solves common
content or delivery-related issues in conjunction with technical
teams. Occasionally interacts with senior internal and external
personnel. Normally receives general supervision for ongoing course
development assignments and works most closely with the
Instructional Design team, full-time teachers, and subject matter
experts.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Budgeted Salary: $32.28 - $37.36 / Hourly. Salary commensurate with
skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is
required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range
for this role and should not offer a salary above the posted range.
The salary shown above is the budgeted range the University
reasonably expects to pay.
No. of Positions: 1
Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
Schedule Information:
* Full-time, Fixed
* Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
* Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
* Shift Includes: Day
Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment
Job End Date: None
Work Location: Remote
Union Representation: Non-Represented
Job Code Classification: 006149 (INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER 2)
Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
45% - Course Design & Development
* Applies developing instructional design skills to help articulate
course design, including: drafting and reviewing learning
objectives and outcomes with subject-matter experts, co-designing
engaging and equitable learning activities and assessments, content
migration and organization, and deploying appropriate technologies
and tools to achieve academic goals and improve programs. Works
under supervision and receives general instructions for ongoing
course development and revision work, with detailed instructions
provided on new projects, assignments, and initiatives.
15% - Technology Implementation
* Collaborates with senior staff members to determine methods for
delivery of course content and effective use of technology that
promotes learner engagement and knowledge acquisition in accordance
with established procedures and schedules.
10% - Equity and Accessibility
* Completes testing, review, and monitoring of content and tools to
meet ADA requirements in accordance with defined standards (WCAG
2.1).
10% - LMS Administration
* Deploys content on learning management platforms.
10% - LMS User Support
* Monitors course progress during instructional term, and provides
teacher and student support as needed.
10% - Collaboration
* Works in a collaborative manner with team members to prioritize
work assignments, conduct analysis, provide project updates, and
contribute product/workflow recommendations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent
experience/training.
* Working knowledge of functional areas (instructional design) and
understanding of how work within one course may impact work being
done on other courses or in other areas.
* Demonstrated attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability
to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating
organization and problem-solving skills.
* Proficiency in verbal and interpersonal communication skills,
collaboration and negotiation skills.
* Proficient written communication skills.
* Working knowledge of instructional design principles and learning
strategies, including needs analysis, backwards design, learning
outcomes and assessment design, and instructional approaches
including lecture, discussion, activities, projects, etc.
* Working knowledge of the technical tools and platforms required
to achieve the delivery of engaging and media-rich online learning
content, and of trends in the use and effectiveness of educational
technology and learning.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Master's degree including substantial coursework and research in
the fields of instructional design, curriculum development, or
learning technologies.
* Teaching Credential or other/equivalent experience or
training.
* Working knowledge and skills with relevant business software
systems (Canvas LMS, Kaltura, GSuite, CidiLabs/DesignPLUS).
* Working knowledge of learning theories and evidence-based
practices applicable in K-12/high school settings.
* Working knowledge of copyright law, ADA compliance in electronic
environments, and other regulations and guidelines that relate to
online course development and distribution.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
* Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment
criminal history background check.
* Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or
without accommodation.
* Must be able to work remotely from a home office and be able to
fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
* Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as directed.
* Selected candidate will be required to complete training within
established time frames as directed including UC compliance
training.
* The University of California has implemented a COVID-19
Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the
policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have
an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of
hire.
* Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this
position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected
candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse
or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a
Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to
commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions,
requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety
procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively
promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential
accidents and injuries.
HOW TO APPLY
Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job
opening. Do not attach any documents to 'My Activities'. Visit our
How to Apply tutorial for detailed instructions on our applicant
process.
EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz
is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to
establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect
for the contributions of all students and employees.
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