OPS Learning Technologies Specialist

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida seeks an LMS and Course Design & Development specialist to design, develop, and maintain online courses using D2L Brightspace and Articulate Rise. You will apply instructional design, accessibility, and visual design principles to create engaging learning experiences and ensure SCORM compatibility.

You will collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and program staff to manage course content, perform QA checks, and support ongoing maintenance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area plus two years of relevant experience.
• Experience with instructional design principles and accessibility standards.
• Experience designing online courses using D2L Brightspace or Articulate Rise.
• Working knowledge of HTML/CSS and SCORM.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain online courses and learning experiences within D2L Brightspace or Articulate Rise.
• Apply instructional design, accessibility, and visual design principles when developing and updating courses and learning experiences.
• Utilize Brightspace/Articulate Rise features, HTML, CSS, and other approved technologies to create and enhance online learning experiences.
• Create, organize, and maintain course content, learning materials, resources, and digital assets.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other project stakeholders to develop and improve courses and learning experiences.
• Conduct quality assurance and accessibility checks to ensure courses meet established standards for content, functionality, navigation, and accessibility.
• Ensure integrated tools/applications and SCORMs perform as intended.
• Take ownership of assigned course development and revision projects, meeting timelines.
• Manage and maintain assigned courses and learning experiences with routine updates and improvements.
• Communicate with team members regarding course development and updates.
• Maintain course documentation, version history, and records for continuity.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback to improve existing courses and learning experiences.
• Assist the Instructional Design team with development of learning materials and course activities.
• Troubleshoot LMS, course, and learning experience issues and escalate complex concerns as needed.
• Respond to internal stakeholder questions related to LMS functionality and courses.
• Document reported issues and resolutions per team processes.
• Participate in user acceptance testing and quality assurance activities for launches and updates.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve issues affecting course quality or functionality.

Skills

Instructional design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

D2L Brightspace

Articulate Rise

Job description

Job no: 541379
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department: 18300000 - ED-LASTINGER CENTER

Classification Title:

Job Description:

LMS and Course Design & Development

• Design, develop, and maintain online courses and learning experiences within D2L Brightspace or Articulate Rise.
• Apply instructional design, accessibility, and visual design principles when developing and updating courses and learning experiences.
• Utilize Brightspace/Articulate Rise features, HTML, CSS, and other approved technologies to create and enhance online learning experiences.
• Create, organize, and maintain course content, learning materials, resources, and digital assets.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other project stakeholders to develop and improve courses and learning experiences.
• Conduct quality assurance and accessibility checks to ensure courses meet established standards for content, functionality, navigation, and accessibility.
• Ensure integrated tools/applications and SCORMs perform as intended.

Course Project Management and LMS Support

• Take ownership of assigned course development and revision projects, working with project stakeholders to complete deliverables and meet established timelines.
• Manage and maintain assigned courses and learning experiences, including routine updates, revisions, and improvements.
• Communicate with instructional designers, content reviewers, subject matter experts, and program staff regarding course development and updates.
• Maintain course documentation, version history, and other records needed to support course continuity and ongoing maintenance.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to support improvements to existing courses and learning experiences.
• Assist the Instructional Design team with the development of learning materials, course activities, and other project needs as assigned.

Troubleshooting and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Troubleshoot LMS, course, and learning experience issues and elevate more complex concerns to appropriate team members when needed.
• Respond to internal stakeholder questions and requests related to LMS functionality and assigned courses.
• Document reported issues, resolutions, and course changes according to established team processes.
• Participate in user acceptance testing and quality assurance activities for course launches, updates, and LMS enhancements.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve issues affecting course quality or functionality.

Other tasks as assigned

$31.00/hour

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Education, or a related field.
• Experience with instructional design principles, adult learning practices, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and accessibility standards for online learning.
• Experience designing and developing online courses or learning experiences using D2L Brightspace, Articulate Rise, or similar learning technologies.
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS, as well as eLearning standards and technologies such as SCORM.
• Strong organizational, project coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet established deadlines.
• Experience working in an academic or educational setting and collaborating with subject matter experts, instructional designers, program staff, and other stakeholders.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.