Instructional Designer II

Lone Star College; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College-Tomball is seeking an Instructional Designer II to manage the full scope of learning and development activities for web-based and instructor-led training. You will collaborate with clients and SMEs to design curricula, develop plans, and evaluate outcomes.

The role leads instructional design projects, advises on technologies, and supports LSC-Online learners, with a focus on Life Long Learning online instructors community. Salary range is $58,625–$67,419 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, or Organizational Development
• At least 4 years of experience implementing the ADDIE model of instructional design
• At least 4 years of experience in Design coursework with labs and ILT in industry

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops highly complex course curricula and related content and materials
• Oversees development of curricula or programs by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in support of an assigned functional area, consulting often with SMEs
• Conducts complex needs assessments and provides ongoing analysis of learning programs across a broad spectrum of positions
• Develops and conducts individual and group training workshops; utilizes eLearning tools to develop web-based training
• Evaluates training programs or curricula for effectiveness and desired outcomes
• May serve as primary LSC-Online representative/point-of-contact for LSC-Academy for Life Long Learning online instructors community
• Consults with leaders of major constituency groups within the organization to assess learning needs
• Develops strategic plans for development of training curricula, professional development and technical programs
• Responsible for leadership of a variety of learning/instructional design projects
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Skills

ADDIE

Adult learning

Attention to detail

Project leadership

Interpersonal skills

Online learning

SAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Instructional design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission ofLone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professionalcommunication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect andaccountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's \"Great Colleges to Work For\" isdesigned to recognize colleges that have been successful increating great workplaces and to further research and understandingof the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impacton organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiplecategories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Tomball

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transferand career training education to 80,000+ students each semester.LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution bythe Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight WorkforceCenters of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Founded in 1988, Lone Star College-Tomball is the third oldestcollege in the LSC system. LSC-Tomball offers a wide range ofacademic and workforce programs and is a leading college in thehealth sciences. LSC-Tomball is the founding college of thelifePATH program, a four-year degree for adults with cognitivedisabilities. LSC-Tomball enjoys a joint library partnership withHarris County Public Library, and we offer an early college highschool with the Tomball Independent School District.

Location address is 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Instructional Designer II is responsible for a full range oflearning and development activities for web-based andinstructor-led training and learning programs. Conducts needsassessments, designs and develops curriculums/instructional plans,evaluates training programs for effectiveness, and providesconsultation for a broad array of learning and development issues.Advises on appropriate instructional technologies, includinge-learning/web-based formats. Leads teams that include clients andsubject matter experts to complete instructional designprojects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Designs and develops highly complex course curricula andrelated content and materials
2. Oversees development of curricula or programs by Subject MatterExperts (SMEs) in support of an assigned functional area,consulting often with SME's
3. Conducts complex needs assessments and provides on-goinganalysis of learning programs across a broad spectrum ofpositions
4. Develops and conducts individual and group training workshops.Utilizes eLearning tools to develop web-based training. May adviseonline faculty on appropriate instructional technologies, includingonline learning/web-based formats
5. Evaluates training programs or curricula for effectiveness anddesired outcomes. Utilizes feedback to initiate changes,refinements and improvements
6. May serve as primary LSC-Online representative/point-of-contactfor LSC-Academy for Life Long Learning online instructors communityproviding online, phone, email, and desk-side support.Troubleshoots and resolves Tier I and II level technicalissues
7. Consults with leaders of major constituency groups within theorganization to assess, trend, and analyze learning needs ofemployees across the region based on current and future strategicplans
8. Develops strategic plans for development of training curricula,professional development and technical programs
9. Responsible for leadership of a variety oflearning/instructional design projects
10. Responsible for other reasonable related duties asassigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of ADDIE course design
• Broad knowledge of adult learning principles, practices andprocedures
• Attention to detail and ability to cope with several taskssimultaneously, and remain detail oriented
• Strong initiative and analytical skills
• Capable of performing as project lead in cross functionalteams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbaland written
• Excellent skills with on-line learning products andtechnologies
• Project management skills and team leadership skills
• Ability to determine own approach for completing work
• Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic anddeductive processes
• Ability to determine the problem of an issue and create anindividual solution
• SAP Products Knowledge

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably todo the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending;carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; ordriving an automobile. No special physical demands are required toperform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS

• Equipment used includes,PC workstation running on a LAN in aMicrosoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other generaloffice equipment
• Internal and external contacts as needed to carry out thefunctions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimalexposure to safety hazards; Some local travel within the LSCservice is required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience, or anequivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Curriculum Development, InstructionalDesign, or Organizational Development
• At least 4 years of experience implementing the ADDIE model ofinstructional design
• At least 4 years of experience in Design coursework with labsand ILT in industry

Salary

Hiring salary range is $58,625 - $67,419

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all postedfull-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fallin that range is determined by your related experience andeducation. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone StarCollege, the resume submitted in the application process will beutilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlinedbelow will provide the Office of Human Resources everything neededto determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your workexperience. The resume should include the following information foreach position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred inthe Lone Star College job description should be included in theresume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a partof an organization that offers a supportive, collegial workenvironment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a fullcomprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous numberof paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuitionwaiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under whichLone Star College provides the federal government with informationfrom each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee isauthorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available atwww.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions aresubject to a criminal background check.