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Wartburg College is hiring an Instructional Designer and LMS Administrator. This role involves collaborating with faculty to develop effective online and blended learning experiences, administering the learning management system, and supporting assessment and quality assurance efforts for distance education programs.

Highlights

Collaborate with faculty to enhance teaching through strategic digital learning initiatives and workshops.
Manage LMS including course creation, user accounts, permissions, and technical support.
Support college assessment processes and provide training on assessment tools.
Develop and maintain online programming while ensuring compliance with online education standards.
Serve as chair of the Distance Learning Quality Committee and work on graduate learning infrastructure.
Proficient in Canvas or similar LMS, MS Office, Camtasia, and TurnItIn.
Requires a Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field with 2+ years of higher education instructional design experience.
Preferred experience with OSCQR rubric, accessibility standards, and multimedia development tools.
Strong skills in project management, communication, and the ability to deliver training presentations.
Collaborate with various college departments including Campus Technology Services and Registrar's office for technology support.

Instructional Designer and LMS Administrator Full Description

Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective four-year liberal arts college of the Lutheran Church (ELCA), nationally recognized for community engagement. The college offers more than 50 academic majors and pre-professional and certificate programs leading to the bachelor’s degree. The college is located in Waverly, Iowa, a growing community of more than 10,000 residents. As part of the Cedar Valley metro area (near Waterloo and Cedar Falls), Waverly has an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours); Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours); Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours); Rochester, Minn. (2 hours); Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours).

Instructional Designer and LMS AdministratorPosition Overview: We are seeking an experienced Instructional Designer who will also serve as our Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator. This dual role is integral to supporting our faculty in creating engaging online and blended learning experiences while maintaining the technical infrastructure that supports our mission. Responsible to the VP of Academic Affairs for supporting faculty learning and curriculum in instructional design.

Core ResponsibilitiesInstructional Design & Faculty Development (50%)Collaborate with faculty to develop effective teaching practices through strategic digital learning initiativesFacilitate workshops on instructional design best practices, emerging technologies, and evidence-based strategiesProvide pedagogical consultation and ongoing coaching to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagementCreate accessible, interactive learning materials aligned with OSCQR standardsManage LMS resources ensuring content relevance and alignment with college prioritiesDevelop and implement instructional technology strategy with Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

LMS Administration & Technical Support (25%)Serve as primary administrator for learning management system and educational applicationsConfigure settings, manage course creation, user accounts, enrollments, and permissionsImplement system updates, troubleshoot issues, and provide timely support to faculty and studentsResearch and design LMS improvements including new features and customizationsServe as Field Admin with Canvas for direct troubleshootingDocument policies, procedures, and best practices

Assessment Support (5%)Support college assessment processes within LMS, including rubric creation and grading schemasPartner with Assistant Dean for Assessment on data requests and program outcome updatesProvide faculty training on assessment strategies and toolsAttend faculty committees as assigned

Distance Education & Quality Assurance (10%)Develop, review, and maintain online programmingServe as institutional resource and expert for online compliance requirementsChair Distance Learning Quality CommitteeDevelop and monitor assessment tools specifically for distance learning programsWork with Associate Dean for Graduate Studies on graduate learning infrastructure

Collaboration & Support (10%)Collaborate with Campus Technology Services, Registrar's office, and ITS on technology implementation and issue resolution

Required Qualifications Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field2+ years instructional design experience in higher educationDemonstrated LMS administration experienceTechnical proficiency in Canvas (or comparable LMS), MS Office, Camtasia, TurnItInStrong organizational, project management, and communication skillsAbility to deliver presentations and training to diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications Experience with SUNY Online Course Quality Rubric (OSCQR)Knowledge of accessibility standards and universal design principlesBackground in faculty development and multimedia development tools

Key Competencies Educational technology expertise and pedagogical knowledgeUnderstanding of face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning principlesAbility to adapt quickly to new technologies and work independentlyPassion for improving teaching and learning in rapidly changing environments

Application Procedure: Please upload the following by selecting the “Apply for this Position” below: 1) resume 2) a letter of interest including a statement regarding qualities within the context of the Wartburg College mission 3) contact information for three references. See www.wartburg.edu for further information about the college and the city of Waverly. Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

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