Senior Instructional Designer - Limited Term

Senior Instructional Designer - Limited Term

Tracking Code: req1541

Faculty/Department: Office of the Deputy Provost

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Limited Term 1 year

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Salary Range: Level 9 - Starting Salary, Step 1 $78,033

Posting Date: April 4, 2025

Closing Date: April 17, 2025 (7:00 pm EST)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Instructional Designer plays a key role in designing and implementing high-quality instructional materials and programs. This role requires collaboration with faculty, industry subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to ensure that learning experiences are engaging, industry-aligned, and pedagogically sound. The Senior Instructional Designer will also conduct needs assessments with industry partners to inform program development and provide training as needed. Additionally, they will be responsible for sourcing and supervising subject matter experts, facilitators, and skills coaches.

RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES

Lead instructional design and development:

• Lead the instructional design and development of new programs, ensuring consistency, relevance, and industry alignment.
• Develop instructional materials and assessments aligned with best practices in adult learning and competency-based education.
• Work with Canvas LMS to structure and organize courses effectively, developing templates as needed.
• Utilize instructional technologies, including recording equipment and video editing tools, to enhance online learning experiences.

Lead team collaboration with industry and subject matter experts:

• Conduct needs assessments with industry partners to identify workforce training requirements.
• Source, hire, and supervise subject matter experts, facilitators, and skills coaches.
• Provide training and support to subject matter experts, facilitators, and other stakeholders as needed.

Research and guidance:

• Research new technologies, training, and upskilling methodology and practices.
• Develop new internal templates, processes, and systems to simplify future instructional design projects.
• Provide internal training to the Continuous Learning Department and mentorship to other instructional designers.

LMS and Course Development:

• Work with Canvas LMS to structure and organize courses effectively, developing templates as needed.
• Utilize instructional technologies, including recording equipment and video editing tools, to enhance online learning experiences.

Budget and Reporting:

• Ensure programs are designed within budget.
• Provide regular budget and progress reports.

Education:

• Four-year Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or online learning.
• Experience in post-secondary is an asset.
• Experience working with industry partners to develop training or educational programs.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of adult learning theories, instructional design models, and assessment strategies.
• Experience ensuring compliance with accessibility standards (AODA, WCAG).
• Strong experience with Canvas LMS and familiarity with the latest eLearning technologies.
• Familiarity with video recording equipment and basic video editing software.

Skills:

• Strong project management skills with the ability to supervise multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until April 17, 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university’s policies which may also be found on our website https://ontariotechu.ca and which may be amended from time-to-time.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization, and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle. If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the university's policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy.

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date: 4/21/2025

Expected End Date: 3/31/2026