The Instructional Designer assists with the development of online courses for teaching and training, supports faculty development in evaluating, adapting, and redesigning courses that incorporate technology into the curriculum, provides administrative support for instructional technology, and designs and implements professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.  

 Essential Functions

• Assists faculty in analyzing curriculum, course objectives, learning outcomes, and instructional needs to provide guidance for faculty developing web, hybrid, and web-enhanced courses.
• Provides training and support on the current learning management system (D2L) for delivering online, hybrid, and web-enhanced instruction.
• Maintains current knowledge of Federal, State, and Accreditation regulations, FERPA, copyright law/fair use, and guidelines relating to Distance Education.
• Guides faculty on creating ADA-compliant web and hybrid course content using the course management system.
• Provides remediation and remediation assistance for faculty for online course materials to help the institution reach the DOJ-mandated WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines
• Researches, evaluates, and guides implementation of best practices for general education and discipline- specific pedagogies.
• Assists faculty with defining appropriate instructional technology methods in preparation for learning-centered course design.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to systematically develop technology-driven instructional materials and learning resources with an emphasis on Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Serves as co-administrator for the course management system and serves as the D2L technical liaison, facilitating communication and support between faculty and technical support teams.
• Provides day-to-day support for faculty and courses using the course management system.
• Serves as co-administrator for the course streaming web content server (Panopto), remote proctoring service (Respondus), integrated accessibility checker (Yuja Panorama), Simple Syllabus, and other instructional technologies.
• Co-administrator for the college’s instance of LinkedIn Learning.
• Conducts training sessions for faculty and staff to enhance technology skills and seamlessly integrate technology into instruction and productivity.
• Supports development and oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention, and graduation growth for the service area.

Supplemental Functions

• Provides input into planning for future instructional technology directions
• Serves on college committees as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Training, and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in instructional design or teaching
• Experience with learning management systems and educational technology tools
• Understanding of accessibility standards and online learning best practices

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or related field
• Computer Technology Specialist, Comp TIA A+ Certification, or comparable experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to learn and stay abreast of current/upcoming classroom technologies
• Knowledge of technology and software including Microsoft Office Suite, Desire2Learn course management system
• Knowledge of emerging AI technologies, specifically in their application to Higher Education
• Knowledge of multimedia software and instructional technologies
• Decision-making and conflict-resolution abilities
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Must be able to work with diverse faculty, students, and community members
• Must be able to function effectively as a team member

Working Conditions

• Regularly scheduled work hours of 7:45 am-4:15 pm
• In-person position at the Columbia Campus of Columbia State Community College
• Normal sitting and movement in an office environment
• Visual and hand usage of computer terminal and/or PC

Titles Supervised

Student Workers

Annual Salary Range: $47,540 - $57,050

This in an in-person position based at the Columbia TN Campus

Special Note to Applicants:
Salary offers are determined based on documented education and relevant full-time experience. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all qualifying credentials and experience are clearly reflected on their resume for consideration.

All applications must be submitted online. Applications submitted by email, mail, or in person will not be accepted. The application will remain open until filled. 

About Columbia State Community College:

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.  

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources
humanresources@columbiastate.edu
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
931-540-2501