| Location | Kansas City |
| Salary | $51,153–$70,337 Per Year |
Instructional Design Coordinator I(Multiple positions)JOB CLASSIFICATIONPay grade level: 13Compensation: $51,153-$70,337. Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.Employee category: StaffDepartment: Online Education ServicesReports to: Director of Online EducationFLSA status: ExemptJob Code: TBDLocation: Primarily the Main Campus, but any other college locations as assigned by the appropriate administrator.SUMMARYThe Instructional Designer supports faculty in designing, developing, and enriching engaging, accessible, and inclusive learning experiences across all delivery methods: online, hybrid, hyflex, remote, and face-to-face. This role champions the thoughtful and inclusive integration of educational technologies, including generative AI, Open Educational Resources (OER), and Accessibility, to improve student learning, equity, and success. This position is a vital member of a team whose goal is to promote quality courses across the college, regardless of course delivery, and will need to be collaborative and work with many individuals across the college.POSITION DESCRIPTIONProvide support for the Online Education Services department's mission of delivering qualityinstructional content and LMS-based support, including tutorials, documentation, analytics, andoutcomes assessment tools.Collaborate with the Instructional Design Coordinator II and faculty to design, revise, and aligncourses with institutional learning outcomes, accessibility standards, and quality frameworks(e.g., Quality Matters, OSCQR, UDL), utilizing the college's quality assurance model for onlinecourses and training, while upholding and promoting established course design standards.Supports academic departments in adopting and adapting Open Educational Resources (OER) toreduce student costs while improving course quality and inclusivity.Assists in delivering professional development opportunities on topics such as instructionaldesign best practices, AI-informed teaching strategies, and technology ethics.Provides hands-on support for faculty implementing new digital tools, including AI-poweredapplications, ensuring transparency and compliance with institutional data and privacy policies.Collaborates with the faculty development staff to promote and support the pedagogicalinitiatives of the college.Assists in the upgrading of management and testing of the learning management system and othersupported tools as necessary.Serves on committees reviewing emerging software and system tools for faculty and studentsadoption.Completes and maintains appropriate training and certification for the course managementsystem, course analytics, and other software and tools managed by Online Education Services.Works with the Instruction Design team to review and assess analytics related to studentsengagement, learning, and the learning management system.Serves on appropriate committees that further online education goals within the college'sstrategic plan.Other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge Of:Instructional design theories and models (e.g., ADDIE, backward design, UDL).Principles of online and hybrid pedagogy, including learner engagement strategies.Integration and evaluation of learning technologies, including LMS platforms (Blackboard, D2L Brightspace, Canvas).Open Educational Resources (OER) licensing, curation, and implementation.Accessibility and compliance standards (ADA, WCAG, Section 508).Principles of AI use in education, generative tools, and technology ethics.Project management and faculty development best practices.Skills In:Designing and developing digital learning assets and multimedia instructional materials.Leading collaborative curriculum design projects with faculty and staff.Using LMS tools for course design, analytics, and quality review.Conducting effective training sessions and professional development workshops.Applying critical thinking and problem-solving to instructional challenges.Communicating clearly in both written and verbal formats.Abilities To:Translate pedagogical theory into practical course design recommendations.Guide faculty in adopting equitable, technology-enhanced teaching strategies.Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines within a fast-paced academic environment.Stay current with advances in educational technologies, learning science, and instructional trends.Collaborate across academic departments with creativity, diplomacy, and cultural awareness.Model ethical decision-making in the application of AI and technology across teaching and learning.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's or higher degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Education, or a related discipline.At least two (2) years of higher education experience in course design, faculty development, orinstructional technology.Strong understanding of learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, D2L Brightspace,Canvas) and digital learning tools.Commitment to inclusive and accessible course design based on UDL and equitable teaching principles.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to mentor and collaborate across disciplines.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster's higher degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field.Experience leading OER initiatives or faculty incentive programs for open and affordable learning materials.Demonstrated knowledge of AI tools in education and their ethical, privacy, and accessibility implications.Proven ability to manage projects involving cross-departmental collaboration and timeline coordination.Experience in a community college environment serving diverse learners.WORKING CONDITIONSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, andsit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift items.WORK SCHEDULE40 hours per week. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.TO APPLY Visit www.kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions.Read the job announcement carefully noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all the documents listed as required.If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts.Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee.Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree.Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application.Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required.A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring manager.Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised as additional duties and responsibilities are developed.KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr