Posting Number: 0801459   
Position Title: Online Instructional Designer   
Classification Type: 02 Administrative Staff   
Position Type: Staff   
Union Status: Non-union   
Department: Provost's Office   

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Job Posting Summary: 
To support the growth of online learning at Mercy College, the Office of Online Learning seeks a creative and dynamic Instructional Designer (ID). The Instructional Designer is responsible for providing pedagogical and technological support for faculty to assure quality in the design and delivery of distance learning courses. The Instructional Designer provides consultation and support in the following areas: use of instructional technologies in distance learning courses, distance learning course design and delivery, creation and selection of instructional resources, faculty preparation for distance learning course delivery, and content accessibility. 

This position requires strong knowledge of andragogy and instructional design, plus exceptional skill in developing and maintaining thorough, ongoing quality assurance processes. Experience in educational technology management is a plus. This position will report to the Director of Online Learning.   

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Education Required or Min Education Required: 
Bachelor's degree required in Instructional Design and Technology, Educational Technology, or related degree. Master's preferred.   

Experience and/or Skills Required: 
Required Experience 
- 3+ years of experience using the Blackboard Learning Management System. 
- Experience in online course design and development. 
- Experience in providing technical consultation and support. 
- Excellent oral and writing communication skills. 
- Knowledge of effective pedagogical/androgogical theories and instructional design methodologies for online learning.   
  
Posting Date: 04-18-2017   
Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

Special Instructions to Applicants: 
Electronic applications are required and must include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Please submit the above documentation online at https://jobs.mercy.edu 

Mercy College actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups, and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, marital status, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

Mercy College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Veteran/Disability   

 

Pay Rate: Annual   
Posting Type: Full-Time   
Location: Dobbs Ferry     
Quicklink for Posting: jobs.mercy.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52104