Job Description

Job title: Instructional Designer II

Company: University of Florida

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Instructional Designer II

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications seeks an Instructional Designer II to work for the CJC Online Program.

The Instructional Designer II will work collaboratively with instructors and subject matter experts (SMEs) to design and develop online graduate-level courses that demonstrate Adult Learning Principles, Best Practices in Online Education, and Learner Engagement that meet/exceed Quality Matters standards.

Some duties of this position include:

• Uses industry-leading authoring tools to develop and maintain course templates, related course syllabi, and communications. Tools include, but are not limited to, Canvas with CidiLabs/Design Tools, Camtasia, Articulate Storyline, Play Posit, Lumi, Yellowdig, HP5, Adobe Suite, MS Office, and Zoom.
• Provides project leadership for multiple learning projects/class developments simultaneously from concept to completion, including but not limited to conducting needs assessments, creating curriculum and learning aids to assist in the transfer of knowledge, skills, and abilities, crafting course maps, reviewing/finalizing syllabi, building course pages, assessments, discussions, and assignments, plus creating visual aids, infographics, interactive content, videos, and audio assets. Including creating course scope, timeline, deliverables, and materials.
• Interviews SMEs and conducts research to develop instructional content.
• Assists instructors with recording course videos and audio and publishing all online lectures to meet UF-CJC Online standards.
• Provides analytical support and evaluation of course material to ensure the realization of learning objectives, plus alignment of learning objectives with instructional materials, assessments, and assignments.
• Coaches instructors through the entire course development process.
• Ensures all course builds adhere to UF policies/procedures and federal accessibility guidelines, plus avoids copyright infringements.
• Evaluates course effectiveness and reviews course evaluations for continuous course design improvements.
• Tracks the status of all projects in the Monday.com software program.
• Creates and maintains assigned portions of the UF CJC program Style Guide with the guidance of the program Assistant Director and Director.
• Facilitates and/or presents webinar training to faculty, instructors, and team members.
• Supports instructor development and provides excellent customer service as needed and in cooperation with team members

About CJC Online

UF CJC Online offers eight comprehensive, current, and digitally focused online master’s concentrations for students interested in completing a Master of Arts in Mass Communication graduate degree from a top-ranked public university. Each master’s concentration is uniquely focused and tailored to prepare students to be effective communicators and storytellers. To learn more:

About the (CJC)

CJC has 74 full-time faculty members teaching in four departments: Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations, and Media Production, Management and Technology. A recognized national leader in the field, the College is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC). The University of Florida is a member of the Association of American Universities and is categorized in the Carnegie Commission’s top tier of research universities. UF’s more than 52,000 students come from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. To learn more:

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. We welcome nominations from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and service mission including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About the

The University of Florida is a member of the Association of American Universities, is categorized in the Carnegie Commission’s top tier of research universities, and is ranked #5 among public universities by U.S. News and World Report. UF has a student body of over 55,000 who come from all 50 states in the United States and more than 100 countries. The university and greater Gainesville communities enjoy a diversity of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.

About the City of Gainesville

Gainesville ( ) is one of the state’s centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville is one of the most attractive cities in Florida. The city is in a central location to both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, providing easy access within a day’s drive to beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities. For additional information on Gainesville, FL and population demographics, follow this link:

Expected Salary:

$60,000 – $64,000

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with teaching and curriculum development experience (secondary or postsecondary)
• Six years of Instructional Design work experience, including skills related to Adult Learning Principles and Online Learning Best Practices, plus ID certifications, professional certification in Camtasia, and well-versed in Canvas with CidiLabs.
• Certified by Quality Matters (APPQMR and PRC).

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Cover letter and resume or CV are required
• Instructional Design Portfolio Required
• If QM certified, proof of QM Certification is required

Schedule Information:

This is a full-time, hybrid position working primarily Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some flexibility is required to meet faculty course development needs. The position is 50% remote and 50% on-site at the Gainesville campus.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 22 Feb 2023 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 08 Mar 2023 Eastern Standard Time

Expected salary: $60000 – 64000 per year

Location: Gainesville, FL