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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Instructional Course Designer for Strategic Services, a department within the Rutgers division of Institutional Planning and Operations. This position will report to the Director of my. Path Training and Employee Development. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Handles the design and development of creative, learner-centered, performance-based systems training programs, modules, and materials in multiple platforms inc... more details

Instructional Course Designer

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Instructional Course Designer
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Project/Program Management/Planning
Department	IPO-Strategic Services
Overview	The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Instructional Course Designer for Strategic Services, a department within the Rutgers division of Institutional Planning and Operations. This position will report to the Director of myPath Training and Employee Development. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Handles the design and development of creative, learner-centered, performance-based systems training programs, modules, and materials in multiple platforms including synchronous remote learning methodologies, blended classroom learning, interactive elearning, videos, webinars, database simulations, user manuals, job aides, facilitator guides, auxiliary practice, review, and resource materials. Determines the course structure and levels, documents, organizes, prioritizes, and schedules training requests within the divisional Learning Management System (LMS), and evaluates training assessments. Navigates within the LMS (Learning Management System) to become familiar with the training landscape. Designs and delivers systems training and employee development programs. Participates in routine needs assessments to identify systems training needs and programs that foster employee development, which includes identifying learning objectives, delivery techniques, and interactive learning activities. Identifies and resolves gaps or improvements to curriculum design. Liaises with IT and other departments, including subject matter experts, as necessary to collaborate on training projects. Remains current on trends in learning technology.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	66697.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	84422.000
Annual Maximum Salary	102147.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree in instructional course design, curriculum/instructional development, instructional technology, or a related field. Two (2) years of experience in instructional course design within higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Certifications/Licenses	Valid driver’s license
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and the ability to work with clients effectively and efficiently to create quality training materials. In-depth knowledge of learning and instructional theories, practices, emerging technologies, and their applications, especially as they relate to adult learning. Ability to facilitate and present instructional materials; effectively communicate technical information to a nontechnical audience; and establish cooperative working relationships. Skilled in establishing and using effective methods of communication with internal and external staff, which entails understanding the importance of regular supervision, open, timely, and consistent communication with supervisor and the ability to escalate issues in a timely fashion.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized	Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook). Articulate Storyline and Camtasia, as well as various instructional technology media, including AV equipment and technology for webbased course design and delivery. Articulate 360 Suite (Storyline, Review and Rise, Camtasia, and SnagIt), as well as various instructional technology media, web-based course design, and AV equipment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST1330
Posting Open Date	05/30/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details	33 Knightsbridge Rd.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in instructional course design, curriculum/instructional development, instructional technology, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have two (2) years of experience in instructional course design within higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

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