Instructional Designer Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Instructional Designer 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Richland, SC Posting Number

STA00184PO25

Job Family Academic and Professional Training and Development Job Function Curriculum Development USC Market Title Curriculum Developer Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131819 Job Level P3 – Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Instructional Designer Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Academic Affairs and Provost Department PROV Center for Teaching Excellence State Pay Band 6 Approved Starting Salary $49,396 Advertised Salary Range $49,396- Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30am until 5:00pm. Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Position Description Advertised Job Summary This individual will be a part of the CTE instructional design team and assist with the design, development, and delivery of courses on the USC-Columbia campus, Palmetto College campuses, and Schools of Medicine (Columbia and Greenville). This position assists with creating shared resources and provides professional development opportunities for faculty and Graduate Teaching Assistants. This position is located on the Columbia campus and would be expected to work on campus. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in instructional design or related field. Minimum of two years of experience in course development in a higher education setting. One year of teaching experience at the collegiate level. Advanced working knowledge of the Blackboard Learning Management System. Experience with providing professional development opportunities for educators in a higher education setting. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse faculty and GTAs (in various disciplines in higher education) to assist with the design of high-quality courses. Ability to work with clients with a wide range of technological experience. Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Knowledge of current trends in pedagogy, instructional design, and distributed learning. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work independently. Ability to work on a team to coordinate projects and share information. Job Duties Job Duty Consult with faculty and GTAs on pedagogy and course design, development, delivery and instructional technologies that promote best practices. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Design, develop, and facilitate professional development opportunities for faculty and GTAs on pedagogy and instructional technologies. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Engage in tasks related to course development, including designing, building, revising, and assessing course components. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Collaborate with university support staff to promote instructional support initiatives. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Create shared resources on pedagogy, course design and instructional technologies for faculty and the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) website, with an emphasis on new developments. Maintain competency in innovative strategies and best practices in educational development. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty Contribute to and participate in CTE initiatives and special events. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 05/01/2025 Job Open Date 03/13/2025 Job Close Date 04/27/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by April 27, 2025.

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