Director of Instructional Design

Angelo State University; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Angelo State University in Texas is seeking a Director of Instructional Design to lead online course development, instructional design services, and digital learning innovation across Angelo State Global and the university. The Director supervises instructional design staff, establishes quality standards for online learning, and collaborates with academic leaders to enhance teaching and learning.

You will drive initiatives to support enrollment growth, student success, and faculty development,

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in instructional design, online learning, educational technology, or faculty development, including leading projects or staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision for instructional design staff and establish priorities, workflows, and service models to support online program growth and excellence.
• Develop and implement standards and processes for high-quality online and hybrid learning experiences.
• Lead faculty development initiatives related to online teaching, course design, and instructional technology.
• Monitor advising operations and use data to improve student outcomes and service effectiveness.
• Collaborate with academic colleges, Academic Affairs, IT, and university leadership to advance teaching and learning initiatives.

Skills

Instructional design leadership

Project management

Team leadership

Faculty consulting

Data-driven decision making

Online pedagogy

Collaboration across academic units

Quality assurance

Education

Master's degree

Job description

The Director of Instructional Design provides leadership for online course development, instructional design services, faculty support, and digital learning innovation across Angelo State Global and the university. The position supervises instructional design staff, establishes quality standards for online learning, oversees course development initiatives, and collaborates with academic leaders to enhance teaching and learning. The Director is responsible for reimagining and advancing instructional design services to support enrollment growth, student success, faculty development, and the evolving needs of Angelo State Global and Angelo State University.

• Instructional Design Leadership- Provide leadership and supervision for instructional design staff and establish priorities, workflows, and service models that support online program growth and instructional excellence.
• Online Course Quality and Innovation- Develop and implement standards, processes, and continuous improvement practices that support high-quality online and hybrid learning experiences.
• Faculty Development and Support- Lead faculty development initiatives related to online teaching, course design, instructional technology, and emerging educational practices.
• Advising Operations and Continuous Improvement- Monitor advising caseloads, student outcomes, and service metrics. Utilize data and student feedback to improve advising services, identify trends, and recommend enhancements to support student success and operational effectiveness.
• Collaboration and Institutional Partnerships- Collaborate with academic colleges, Academic Affairs, Information Technology, student support units, and university leadership to advance teaching and learning initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of instructional design principles, learning theory, and online pedagogy.
• Knowledge of online course quality standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of accessibility requirements and instructional technology tools.
• Knowledge of higher education course development processes.
• Knowledge of faculty development and instructional innovation strategies.
• Skilled in project management and team leadership.
• Skilled in supporting and consulting with faculty on course design and online teaching.
• Skilled in evaluating instructional technologies and emerging educational trends.
• Ability to lead and develop professional instructional design staff.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across academic units.
• Ability to use data and assessment results to improve teaching and learning outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution and five years of progressively responsible experience in instructional design, online learning, educational technology, faculty development, or a related field, including experience leading projects, initiatives, or professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at [phone] or email us at [e-mail].

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Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Optional Documents
• Transcripts (Unofficial)
• List of References
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