Instructional Designer

Jacksonville-University; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid federal holidays

Tuition benefits for employees

Job summary

Jacksonville University is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to support faculty, programs, and schools in developing courses for flipped, hybrid, and online environments. You will analyze, design, develop, and implement modules or full courses using instructional design tools, and provide faculty training across multiple modalities.

The role reports to the Director of the Academic Technology Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum five (5) years of related experience, preferably in higher education.
• Master’s degree in Instructional Design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development of technology-driven instructional and courseware solutions.
• Evaluate and analyze emerging learning technologies for online and ground-based courses.
• Provide training and assistance to faculty in utilizing LMS (Blackboard) and other instructional technologies.
• Design, implement, and deliver training sessions and learning modules using various technologies and modalities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training materials to ensure objectives are met.
• Review courses and facilitate course improvements.
• Assist faculty with instructional design theory, best practices, and learning theories.
• Compile and maintain reports communicating project outcomes.

Skills

Technology user support management

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Ability to measure and report metrics

Customer-service mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years higher education experience

Master’s degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Microsoft Office

Graphic software

Video recording software

Web publishing

Blackboard

Web technologies 2.0

Job description

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Instructional Designer

Full Time Admin Professional Jacksonville, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1302

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Instructional Designer

Department: Academic Technology Department

Position Reports to (Position Title): Director, Academic Technology Department

Effective Date: Fall Semester 2026

Position Class (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt

Position Type (Full Time or Part Time): Full Time

Is this a Primary or Additional Position: Primary

Job Summary

The Instructional Designer will provide support to faculty, programs and schools in development of courses and programs for the flipped, hybrid and/or online environment. Responsibilities include analysis, design, development and implementation of course modules or entire courses; web-based and face-to-face training using instructional design tools and software for faculty; and support for content area experts in all phases of instructional design.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Support and assist in the development of technology-driven instructional and courseware solutions.


• Evaluates and analyzes emerging learning technologies trends that integrate technological innovations into both online and ground-based courses.


• Provide training, support, and assistance to faculty in utilizing LMS (Blackboard) and other instructional technologies.


• Designs, implements, and delivers training sessions and learning modules using a variety of technologies and modalities to assist in the transfer of knowledge, skills, and abilities.


• Evaluates the effectiveness of training materials to ensure objectives are accomplished.


• Reviews courses and facilitates course improvements.


• Assist faculty with the application of instructional design theory and practices, best practices in online course design and development, and application of learning theories.


• Compile and maintain reports that communicate the status of project outcomes

Required Skills/Abilities

• Management experience related to technology user support.


• Possess advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, graphic software, video recording software, and web publishing.


• Communicate well with others, both verbally and in writing, and be able to effectively interact with administration, faculty, staff and other outside contacts.


• Ability to coordinate and maintain relationships with cross-functional departments to ensure efficient operations.


• Demonstrated high-level computer software skills in word processing, desktop publishing and design, web programming, spreadsheet, database, Blackboard, and presentation software, and emerging 2.0 web technologies.


• Ability to measure and report on metrics and indicators of service level activity and customer satisfaction.


• Possess a strong customer-service mentality and attitude.


• Five or more years of working in higher education preferred.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree


• Minimum Work Experience: Minimum five (5) years of related experience, preferably in higher education


• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Instructional Design

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds


• Must be able to bend, stoop and reach


• Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines


• Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens


• Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

Benefits and Perks of Life at JU

All Full Time Positions:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, jury duty, and bereavement leave


• Paid Federal Holidays


• Additional time off for Thanksgiving, Winter holidays, and Spring Break


• FSA/HSA eligibility


• Retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar University match of up to 6% following the vesting period


• Robust health benefits (medical, dental, vision)


• 100% Employer-Sponsored benefits: Short Term Disability (buy-up option available), Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Parent Leave


• Additional benefit options: Accident coverage, Pet Insurance, Legal, Critical Illness, Dependent Life


• Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependent children up to 26 years of age


• Domestic Partner benefit eligibility


• Veteran and Military Service Support Program


• Discounted on-campus dining meal plans; 2 free meals per week during Fall and Spring semesters


• Monthly wellness initiatives


• Service awards & Recognition programs


• 10% discounts at the on-campus JU Bookstore, School of Orthodontics


• Free Microsoft Office downloads to personal computers/devices


• Free on-campus parking


• Access to campus amenities, including the fitness center, resort-style pool, and library

Disclaimer: Benefits and time-off programs are subject to eligibility requirements and may vary based on position and employment status.