Project Manager - Instructional Design and Technology

ZipRecruiter; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South College is seeking an IDT Project Manager to lead online course development projects. This remote role requires strong communication and project management skills to coordinate timelines and resources, ensuring quality and alignment with institutional goals. Join a rapidly growing institution focused on transforming student lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience in higher education or corporate training.
• Experience with online course development processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project plans, schedules, and deliverables for online course development.
• Coordinate collaboration between academic and support departments.
• Communicate project updates and risks to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, HR, Instructional Design & Technology, Information Technology, Business

Master’s degree

Tools

PMP Certification

Job description

Job Description

Description:

South College invites capable, energetic, outgoing applicants who are focused on transforming the lives of our students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Where Dreams Find Direction!” We are one of the nation’s fastest-growing institutions of higher learning with over 15,000 students across 10 campuses and online learning sites, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate healthcare programs.

South College is seeking an IDT Project Manager to lead and support the planning, coordination, and delivery of online course development projects. This remote role focuses on managing timelines, resources, and communication across teams to ensure successful completion of course development initiatives aligned with quality standards and institutional goals. The IDT Project Manager will also assist with special projects and tasks as assigned by the Executive Director of Instructional Design and Technology. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong sense of ownership, keen attention to detail, and a deep understanding of project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage project plans, schedules, and deliverables for online course development from initiation through execution.
2. Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between academic and support departments to ensure successful project completion.
3. Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed to meet deadlines and objectives.
4. Communicate project updates and risks to stakeholders as directed by the Executive Director.
5. Support or lead additional projects and departmental priorities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, HR, Instructional Design & Technology, Information Technology, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• PMP Certification.
• Minimum 3 years of project management experience in higher education, corporate training, or a related professional environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Proven ability to maintain attention to detail while effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with online course development processes is preferred.

Requirements: