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Universal Technical Institute, Inc.

Instructional Designer

🇺🇸 Remote - US

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $65K - $90K

💻 Instructional Design

🗓️ July 28th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

Universal Technical Institute is hiring an Enterprise Instructional Designer. This role involves designing, developing, and evaluating instructional content to support employee growth and leadership development, while partnering with HR and other stakeholders to align training with organizational objectives and managing learning materials in the LMS.

Highlights
  • Design and develop instructional content including eLearning modules, videos, and facilitator guides.
  • Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
  • Conduct learning needs assessments and evaluate program effectiveness using data and feedback.
  • Use authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and video editing software to create multimedia content.
  • Administer and maintain courses within the LMS, preferably Cornerstone.
  • Require proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic graphic design, and HTML.
  • Minimum 3 years experience in instructional design or corporate training; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Salary range from $65,000 to $90,000.
  • Remote position with occasional on-site work; no travel required.
  • Benefits include tuition waiver, paid time off, retirement matching, paid parental leave, and competitive insurance options.

Instructional Designer Full Description

Instructional Designer

US-AZ-Phoenix
ID
2025-8496
Type REG - Regular Employee

Overview
The Enterprise Instructional Designer plays a critical role in shaping impactful learning experiences that support employee growth and leadership development across the organization. This position is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of high-quality instructional content aligned to key initiatives such as onboarding, performance management, and leadership development.
 
Partnering closely with HR and cross-functional stakeholders, the Instructional Designer conducts learning needs assessments, builds engaging curricula using proven instructional design models, and ensures effective delivery through our Learning Management System (LMS). Success in this role requires strong expertise in instructional design, adult learning theory, eLearning development, and LMS administration, as well as a passion for creating meaningful, results-driven learning solutions.
 
Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000
 
What We Offer: 
  • Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)
  • Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
  • Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
  • Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
  • Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
  • Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
    • Design and develop high-quality instructional content, including eLearning modules, videos, facilitator guides, job aids, and other learning materials for various delivery formats (virtual, in-person, blended).
    • Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices to create learner-centered experiences that drive knowledge retention and performance improvement.
    • Partner with business leaders and subject matter experts to conduct needs assessments, identify performance gaps, and align training initiatives with organizational objectives.
    • Evaluate the impact and effectiveness of learning programs using feedback, performance data, and analytics; continuously improve and iterate on content based on findings.
    • Update and maintain training content in response to changes in policies, compliance standards, systems, and business processes.
    • Leverage authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise) and video editing software to produce engaging multimedia content.
    • Manage and maintain learning materials within the LMS (e.g., uploading courses, troubleshooting issues, and generating reports).
    • Support the selection and curation of learning vendors, platforms, and resources as needed.
    • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining quality and consistency.
    • Stay informed on industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously innovate and enhance the learning experience.
    • Perform other instructional design and learning-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED (required)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, or related field (preferred)
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in instructional design, eLearning development, or corporate training (required)
  • Certification in instructional design, adult education, or eLearning development (preferred)
  • Strong working knowledge of instructional design methodologies, adult learning theories, and advanced learning strategies

Skills:
  • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (Cornerstone strongly preferred)
  • Expertise in course authoring software (Articulate strongly preferred) with knowledge of SCORM compliance
  • Multimedia development skills, including video editing and graphic design
  • Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
  • Basic graphic design and HTML capabilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, with a focus on clarity and learner engagement
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and diverse teams
  • Outstanding organizational, time management, and project coordination abilities
  • Proven track record of meeting deadlines without compromising quality

What You’ll Need to Succeed:
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Discretion in managing confidential or sensitive information
  • Comfort working independently in a remote setting and engaging with stakeholders virtually
  • Commitment to continuous learning and applying new information effectively
  • Active listening and the ability to foster strong, collaborative relationships
  • Physical ability to safely move about when on-site at company locations

Work Environment & Additional Details:
    • This is a remote position; employees must meet minimum technical requirements for remote work eligibility
    • No travel required
    • Occasional on-site work may occur in a standard, climate-controlled office environment where safe ambulation is expected

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