Instructional Designer

Job Summary: UW-Madison, Division of Extension: As a statewide engagement arm of UW-Madison, the Division of Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea to extend university knowledge to every corner of the state.
Our statewide network of educators and specialists is responding every day to emerging and longstanding hurdles residents are overcoming to compete and prosper (https://extension.
wisc.
edu/) Extension Purpose: We Teach, Learn, Lead, and Serve, connecting people with the university of Wisconsin-Madison, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities.
Extension Values: We strive to live by the values of Community, Discovery, Inclusiveness, Relationships, and Respect.
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extension.
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jpg) The Instructional Design Unit is a talented team of instructional designers working on natural resources and agricultural educational projects.
As a fee-for-service unit, we focus on designing engaging and effective online and blended learning experiences for adults in formal and informal settings.
We support the educational needs of Extension specialists as well as state and federal agencies.
We are looking for an experienced learning designer to lead a team of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in creating online training on priority topic areas for USDA employees.
Successful applicants should be comfortable with eLearning tools and technologies as well as facilitating content discussion.
The Division of Extension has a deep and profound commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements to eliminate disparities and expanding access for all.
As Extension, we acknowledge the need for strategic and coordinated actions that help us form a more equitable, anti-racist, non-biased, and inclusive organization.
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extension.
wisc.
edu/oaic/call-to-action/).
As such, all Extension employees are expected to foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities: Designs, develops, and enhances instructional activities, programs, and curricula.
Applies learning theory and instructional design models in the consultation, selection, and application of educational methodologies and technologies.
40% Designs and develops engaging, effective learning experiences which may be face-to-face, blended, and/or online 15% Designs, develops, organizes, maintains, and consults on instructional materials, activities, curricula, and assessment resources in accordance with current pedagogical practices, cognitive/learning science, and design tools and methods 15% Researches, designs, and/or acquires learning resources, technologies, materials, and/or processes to support learning 5% Provides consultation, training, and/or support for learning technology tools and platforms 5% Analyzes, tests, troubleshoots, resolves issues, and provides feedback regarding learning technologies 5% Collects, organizes, interprets, and disseminates data to identify instructional program needs and enhance effectiveness 15% Designs, develops, or recommends multimedia learning materials.
Facilitates communications with multimedia service providers to ensure instructional needs are met Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison.
We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community.
We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
Education: Preferred Master's Degree Qualifications: Required: -Evidence of experience with one or more learning management systems -Demonstrated experience facilitating small and medium groups of diverse adults resulting in goal accomplishment -Evidence of ability to teach new information or concepts to adult learners -Evidence of strong writing skills and communication skills -Three years instructional design experience in government, higher education, or business setting Preferred: -A practical familiarity with principles of Universal Design for Learning, Section 508 compliance, or accessibility considerations for online learning -Personal or professional interest in agriculture, natural sciences, natural resources conservation, or food systems -A passion for making meaningful learning experiences accessible to a diverse audience -Ability to independently create multimedia products with one or more industry standard tools Work Type: Full or Part Time: 80% - 100% This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Terminal, 19 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding Salary: Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.
Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.
wisc.
edu/benefits/).
Additional Information: Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.
e.
a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has a remote work policy that offers the potential for remote or hybrid work.
More about that policy within the Division of Extension can be found here: https://kb.
wisc.
edu/extension/113536.
How to Apply: We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position.
Please submit a cover letter referring to your related work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background.
Your cover letter should communicate your interest in the position and how your skillset aligns with the role.
Please describe examples of past work products that highlight your skills in this cover letter.
The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews.
Contact: Janice Kepka janice.
kepka@wisc.
edu 608-263-4695 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1.
See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title: Teach, Learn, & Tech Spec II(TL004) Department(s): A47-EXTENSION/ANRCD/NR/INSTRCTIONLDESIGN Employment Class: Academic Staff-Terminal Job Number: 289819-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.
We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Employment will require a criminal background check.
It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.
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