Instructional Designer
Academic Staff
Regular
Instructional & Media Designer
The Instructional Designer provides strategic leadership and expert consultation and development to faculty and academic units in the College of Community Engagement and Professions ( CCEP) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) in the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of high-quality learning experiences. As a faculty-facing role, this position serves as a consultant and develop er o f pedagogy, course design, assessment, accessibility, and instructional innovation across face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities. The Instructional Designer participates in cross-functional initiatives related to CCEP institutional teaching and learning strategy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Faculty Partnership & Pedagogical Consultation and Development
Serve as a primary, faculty-facing instructional design consultant and developer , partnering with instructors to design, redesign, and enhance courses and curricula.
Partner with faculty on learning objectives alignment, instructional strategies, assessment design including for purposes of data collection relate d to program accreditation , and student engagement.
Leadership & Program Support
Lead instructional design initiatives aligned with CCEP priorities (e.g., online program development, general education reform, teaching excellence initiatives ).
Develop and maintain instructional design standards, templates, best-practice guidelines , and course and program maintenance and re-invigoration schedules .
Course & Curriculum Design
Apply advanced instructional design frameworks (e.g., backward design, learning sciences, Universal Design for Learning) to course and program development.
Faculty Development & Scholarly Teaching
Create faculty-facing resources, guides, and exemplars related to pedagogy, assessment, and instructional technology.
Learning Technology Strategy
Provide guidance on the effective use of instructional technologies, Canvas , digital media tools, and educational software.
Partner with IT, librar ies , and accessibility services to select, integrate, and evaluate emerging technologies that enhance teaching and learning.
Accessibility, Equity & Compliance
Lead the application of accessibility standards (e.g., W eb C ontent A ccessibility G uidelines ), Universal Design for Learning , and inclusive teaching practices.
Consult and partner with faculty on designing and developing accessible course materials and learning activities that ensure compliance with federal, state, and university requirements, including ADA, copyright, and academic integrity standards.
Assessment & Continuous Improvement
- Designs and develops learning activities and course content using instructional technologies to foster inclusive and equitable student experiences
- Creates and maintains documentation on pedagogy, course or media design, templates, instructional technologies, and curates a library of shareable resources
- Reviews courses, media, or other learning products for quality using industry standardsand accessibility best practices
- Trains and supports instructors and staff to leverage technology and teach implement pedagogy effectively
- Works with campus partners across pre-production, production, and post-production stages of media development for implementation in courses and other campusinitiatives
- Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with instructors and other academic staff to advance excellence in teaching and learning
- Provides pedagogical consultation services for instructors and staff on instructional toolsand technologies, best practices for digital instructional content, and institutional initiatives
- Applies project management principles to course or media design such as defining project scope, establishing milestones, and tracking progress
College: College of Community Engagement & Professions
Department: Student Services
Target Salary: $65 ,000 - $75,000 Annual, actual hiring salary dependent on skills and experience related to the position
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated success in faculty-facing consultation and partnership.
Significant experience in instructional design or faculty development in higher education.
Advanced knowledge of instructional design theory, learning sciences, and assessment.
Experience leading projects or initiatives, and mentoring others.
Strong facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Work Environment & Expectations
This position will not only facilitate others but will be responsible for develop ing course and curricul um designs, etc. t o meet program priority deadlines for accreditation, the launch of new programs , etc.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit the following:
PLEASE NOTE: Cover letters and resumes will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application.
In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
The last day to submit your application is Sunday, August 2.
Contact Information:
Adam Garcia - HR Coordinator
[email protected]
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
