Instructional Designer

Palm Beach State College; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition fee waiver

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking an Instructional Designer to develop instructional strategies, course materials, and assessments, ensuring integration of instructional technologies across courses.

You will train faculty on the LMS and related systems, review online courses, and provide consultancy on pedagogy and delivery methods within a collaborative academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with four years of related experience.
• Experience with Online Course Management systems (Canvas or similar) and online authoring tools.
• Familiarity with CMS, website builders, and instructional media.

Responsibilities

• Manage course projects from inception to completion and consult with faculty on curriculum design.
• Promote distance learning technologies and maintain course shells and templates.
• Coordinate scheduling of distance learning courses and develop evaluation methods.

Skills

Online LMS knowledge

Adobe Creative Cloud

Respondus

CMS/Website tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Canvas or similar

Job description

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

• Responsible for developing instructional strategies, course material and assessment techniques, to ensures appropriate integration of instructional technologies into courses.
• Responsible for providing faculty consultation and guidance on the best pedagogical course content delivery and instructional methods.
• Provides faculty training and workshops on the Learning Management System (LMS) and other various integrated systems.
• Ensures online course certification reviews and existing course certification reaffirmations.

What a day of an Instructional Designer looks like:

Manages course projects from inception to completion, in addition to consulting with faculty on optimal design of curriculum, instruction, and effective uses of multimedia. Collaborates with faculty to prepare and develop curriculum. Maintains records on status of template course development progress and of status and availability of college-owned courses. Maintains course shells and distributes templates for instruction. Promotes the effective use of distance learning technologies and online education, to include maintaining current knowledge of industry trends. Oversees searches for reusable learning objects, identifies appropriate learning objects meeting fair use standards and works with faculty in the design of such objects. Develops evaluation products and methods and assesses the validity and appropriateness of instructional design to instructional objectives. Researches and recommends advances in multimedia and course delivery software for use by faculty and others to improve delivery methods and operations with the assistance of faculty, vendors, and development team members. Conducts needs assessment to identify knowledge, skills, behaviors, and competencies required in selecting or designing curriculum, and to incorporate technology into the teaching and learning environment. Coordinates the scheduling of distance learning courses to include maintenance of course development schedule for college-developed course shells for distance learning. Evaluates, researches, self-studies, and develops using new technologies and methodologies. Develops or conducts internal training in technical or professional skills. Includes personal computer training. Supervises or participates in the selection, development, and coordination of the use of course materials and instructional media including videoconference courses, online courses, and interactive classrooms. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree Four years of related experience Knowledge of: Online Course Management systems (i.e., Canvas or similar) Online authoring tools (i.e., Adobe Creative Cloud, Respondus or similar) Content Management System (CMS), website builder and application software Current instructional design tools and software. Skilled in: Creative thinking and problem solving to explore new technology, processes, and approaches Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management Ability to: Research information for problem-solving Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service Work independently and effectively on multiple tasks Research information for problem-solving Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds.

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements

Regular physical attendance required Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency: Reach and grasp objects - Occasionally Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Occasionally Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers - Hourly Sit for extended periods of time - Daily Use of video display terminal - Hourly Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Daily Proofread and check documents for accuracy - Daily Communicate information verbally - Daily Communicate in writing - Daily Work a fluctuating work schedule - Occasionally

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $53,677.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience. This position is open until filled with a first initial review on September 25, 2026.

Culture

Wait, there is more! Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

Education Benefits

Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

Health and Wellness

Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

Generous Time Off

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

Panther Perks

Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

Professional Development

Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

Retirement Investments

State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Equal Access / Equal Opportunity / ADA Employer

The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

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