Instructional Designer

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Community College is seeking an Instructional Designer to support faculty and teams in applying instructional and interface design across online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses. The role coordinates with Master Course Development to produce high-quality courses in all modalities.

Responsibilities include directing teams, designing training materials, selecting delivery methods, and researching latest educational technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology or related field required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Associate’s Degree plus 4 years of formal training in a recognized field of specialization may be considered in lieu of the required degree.
• 1 year of directly job-related experience working with various operating systems required.
• Experience with instructional design, teaching in an institution of higher education or a community college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work and provides leadership to the multimedia, Master Course Development teams and some part-time employees.
• Coordinate with Master Course Developer to design and produce quality online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses and training materials.
• Provide assistance to team members and faculty with instructional and interface design.
• Assist faculty in the selection of electronic delivery methods, use of instructional software and effective uses of multimedia.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance on course design problems.
• Design and produce learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, and multimedia.
• Design, develop and deliver workshops and online training to faculty in the use of instructional technologies and educational best practices.
• Research innovative and latest trends on educational best practices, instructional resources and technologies and multimedia hardware/software to support teaching and learning.

Skills

MS Office Programs

Course Management Systems

Instructional Technology Applications

Instructional Design Theory and Practi

Research Instructional Technologies

Project Management Principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design/Instructional Technology or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Associate’s Degree + 4 years relevant experience in lieu of degree

1 year of directly job-related experience

Job description

Instructional Designer

Houston, Texas, 3100 Main

New

Managerial & Professional

2600208 Requisition #

12 hours ago Post Date

Job Summary

The Instructional Designer provides assistance and training to faculty and team members in the application of instructional and interface design of online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face courses. Coordinates and collaborates with Master Course Development teams to design and produce quality courses in all modalities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Direct the work and provides leadership to the multimedia, Master Course Development teams and some part‑time employees. Coordinate with Master Course Developer to design and produce quality online, hybrid, and face‑to‑face courses and training materials.

Provide assistance to team members and faculty with instructional and interface design. Assist faculty in the selection of electronic delivery methods, use of instructional software and effective uses of multimedia. Provide troubleshooting assistance on course design problems.

Design and produce learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, and multimedia to support teaching and learning, and College information needs.

Design, develop and deliver workshops and online training to faculty in the use of instructional technologies and educational best practices. Offer special session/training to faculty upon department request for select or new software or technologies and pedagogical strategies.

Research innovative and latest trends on educational best practices, instructional resources and technologies and multimedia hardware/software to support teaching and learning, and to assist faculty in the development of new teaching methods.

Research, recommend and participate in decision‑making for the purchase of or transition to new software and technology. Keep current with instructional design and ADA web compliance issues.

Participate in training and developmental activities and seminars, as required.

May provide program level support to include working with Deans, instructional leaders and faculty.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology or related field required
• Master’s Degree preferred
• Associate’s Degree plus 4 years of formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed may be considered in lieu of required degree
• 1 year of directly job‑related experience working with various operating systems required
• Experience with instructional design, teaching in an institution of higher education or a community college preferred

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Course Management Systems
• Instructional Technology Applications
• Instructional Design Theory and Practices
• Research Instructional Technologies
• Project Management Principles

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly‑accredited, open‑admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting‑edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth‑largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after‑taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major‑league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year‑round.
• World‑renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first‑rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies:

Sandra Jacobson, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact [phone].