Instructional Designer (IN-HOUSE ONLY)

Definition

(ON-CAMPUS - In-Person Position)

IN-HOUSE ONLY : This position is open to internal (permanent and temporary) Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD please do not apply at this time.

Summary

Evaluates education technology programs and recommends integration into the curriculum. Collaborates with instructional departments and campuses with integration of technology into curriculum and instructional practices.

Distinguishing Career Features

This position provides support related to blended and multimedia learning computer-aided educational applications and support as it pertains to student learning and assessment. The Instructional Designer may also serve as lead Learning Management System administrator for the college.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties may vary among departments divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following types of duties as assigned :

1. Evaluates educational technology programs and recommends integration into the curriculum.

2. Develops project flow for educational products and courses from content design to the identification of audiences and their learning styles the actual content and delivery strategies.

3. Researches designs tests and implements interactive learning environments. Works collaboratively with production teams to develop desired outcomes where curriculum is blended with technologies for delivery and features for interactive use.

4. Implements a wide range of dynamic and adaptive technology-based instruction and adult-focused learning systems following modern teaching theories including those using mobile learning applications and tools as well as dynamic adaptive learning solutions.

5. Sets up quality assurance testing procedures. Prepares training content and instructional materials for use in deployed learning systems.

6. Conducts in-service training and mentoring of faculty and project team members on the use of deployed learning systems instructional design higher education and innovation in education.

7. Collaborates with Academic Deans Academic Department Chairs Military / Contract Education Faculty Senate faculty Advisory Groups and selected subject matter experts to improve the quality and scope of college courses and learning tools.

8. May serve as lead Learning Management System administrator for the college. May coordinate and facilitate college Learning Management System team meetings.

9. Evaluates implements and maintains 3rd party tools for the Learning Management System. Communicates with vendors to create and maintain documentation training and change management procedures of 3rd party tools.

10. Assists with the coordination with sister colleges and Coast District Learning Management System admins in the identification evaluation and implementation of requirements and customizations of the Learning Management System. Manages requirements and customization needs from faculty and other users for the college. Represents the college at District Learning Management System committee meetings.

11. Develops and documents processes use cases and test procedures for Learning Management System programmers and administrators in the District and other colleges.

12. Coordinates with Learning Management System vendor to ensure system reliability and functionality. Liaison between the vendor and the college the District and other colleges. Creates and maintains Knowledge Base for Learning Management System vendor.

13. Researches Learning Management System upgrades analyzes impact conducts tests and implements updates. Participates in Learning Management System Beta testing for vendors and provides feedback that will advocate the interests of the college.

14. Represents the college by networking with other colleges universities and partners. Participates in presentations and workgroups related to the Learning Management System Community the California Virtual Campus or state-wide initiatives.

15. Supports workflows assists with the training of help support staff creates technical support training materials and monitors all communications between technical support staff and customers. Provides Tier 2 technical support for the Learning Management System and other technology tools related to teaching and course content creation. Liaison between end users and Tier 3 technical support personnel.

16. Partners with faculty to design and develop course content centered on student engagement instructionally sound learning practices compliance and quality.

17. Consults with academic administration faculty and technical staff to develop leading edge instructional technologies and solutions for individual courseware implementation requirements.

18. Conducts training of facility and support staff in the operation and integration of technologies for delivering instruction and testing extracting and organizing data and preserving subject matter content and discussions.

19. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.

20. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 Code of Professional Ethics.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

1. The position requires specialized professional knowledge of the theories and pedagogies associated with instructional design adult learning styles and strategies for delivering instruction.

2. Requires specialized knowledge of the relationship and applications for interactive business and education technologies software and terminology.

3. Requires specific knowledge of adult learning methods and techniques for computer mediated learning.

4. Requires well-developed knowledge of operating systems used throughout the District desktop productivity software and cross platform issues with application software.

5. Requires working knowledge of web-based networks for computers handheld and mobile devices.

6. Requires knowledge of the uses of new technologies such as web development multimedia tools courseware authoring tools and other instructional technology.

7. Requires business math skills sufficient to prepare cost estimates.

8. Requires knowledge of English language sufficient to write clear succinct step-by-step instructions and explanations.

9. Requires well-developed human relations skills to deliver in-service education to educators and end users in group and individual settings and to explain advanced

technical concepts to non-technical staff.

Abilities

1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.

2. Requires the ability to develop and sequence the phases and activities of efficient project management.

3. Requires the ability to apply advanced principles of instruction design and learn and understand how people learn and connect instruction to the learning audience.

4. Requires the ability to evaluate design and produce usable interactive instruction for self-paced and facilitated courses clear training materials for users advanced remote help multimedia demonstrations and documentation.

5. Requires the ability to organize and coordinate the delivery of training.

6. Requires the ability to deliver in-service instruction to groups with varying degrees of knowledge and skill.

7. Requires the ability to express educational technology goals with imaginative application of curriculum in classroom and remote device environments.

8. Requires the ability to convey concepts in writing and orally to individuals and / or groups of diverse backgrounds.

9. Requires the ability to work in a changing environment and manage multiple priorities.

10. Requires the ability to work cooperatively and productively with a diverse population of educators and students.

Physical Abilities

1. The general physical demands working conditions and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.

2. Essential functions will vary by position.

3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) the District shall engage in a timely good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who because of their disability are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Education and Experience

The position typically requires a Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Information Security or equivalent plus five years of progressive experience maintaining and developing computer systems and applications. Alternatively a Bachelors degree and six years of experience may be accepted. Or any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

Preferred : Expertise in Software Development Systems Engineering and Architecture and / or Information Security is preferred.

AND

Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial ethnic disability gender identity sexual orientation socioeconomic academic and cultural diversity within the community college student population including students with different ability statuses (e.g. physical and / or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

Licenses and Certificates

May require a valid driver license.

Work Conditions

Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments where there is some exposure to safety considerations.

This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities duties work steps and skills required of the job

Note : D.E.I.A. - Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility and Anti-Racism

The Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College Golden West College and Coastline) continues to strengthen our efforts around diversity equity inclusion access and anti-racism. The Coast Community College District is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable diverse inclusive and accessible. We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility) and will be actively listening assessing and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application recruitment and interview process.

Conditions of Employment

IN-HOUSE ONLY :

This position is open to internal (permanent and temporary) Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD please do not apply at this time.

Note : Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This is an IN-HOUSE ONLY - permanent general funded full-time 12-months per year classified position. The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and / or weekends if necessary to meet the departments needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical dental and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee. ( Salary Schedule : EE-125)

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies procedures and Title IX. (Reference : BP / AP 5910 ) The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students staff administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Districts strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Pay Philosophy :

Coast Community College District through policies practices and other benefit programs delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity inclusion and workforce general it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees.

Application Requirements :

Application materials must be electronically submitted online at be considered for employment.

Incomplete applications application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes :

• A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
• Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear and detailed responses as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume put see resume or N / A or leave blank).
• A Cover Letter highlighting your experiences relevant to this position and addressing the minimum and essential qualifications including your demonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity Equity Inclusion Access). (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
• A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).

Submit an application online at :

Coast Community College District Human Resources

1370 Adams Avenue Costa Mesa CA 92626

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 714.438.4716.

Submission of all required application information and materials is the responsibility of the applicant. All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. If you do not know an answer please indicate so but do not leave any space blank.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Please note : Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Any documents that you are unable to attach can be emailed to Emails must clearly indicate the job you are applying to and your full name.

Additional Information

Selection Procedure

Employment Information

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment :

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators / managers faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness promotes mutual understanding and respect and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin ancestry sexual orientation marital status medical condition physical or mental disability military or veteran status or genetic information.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline College Golden West College and Orange Coast College . The three colleges offer programs in transfer general education occupational / technical education community services and student support services.

Since its founding in 1947 the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District Title IX (For more information on Title IX click here)

Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety provides the crime statistics for calendar yearsand 2024 which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.

Title IX & Sex Discrimination

Key Skills

System Design,Classroom Experience,Learning Technology,Instructional Design,Adult Education,SCORM,LMS,Training & Development,Adobe Dreamweaver,Adobe Captivate,Curriculum Development,Web Accessibility

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 102490 - 138177