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Montclair State University is hiring a Lead Instructional Designer. The role involves leading and mentoring a team of instructional designers to develop innovative and high-quality learning experiences across online, hybrid, and in-person modalities while collaborating with faculty and academic departments to enhance teaching and student outcomes.

Highlights

Lead the design and development of instructional design initiatives and faculty development programs.
Guide university community on instructional design methodologies and best practices for multiple course modalities.
Manage course design projects from start to finish ensuring alignment with academic standards.
Develop instructional design resources, toolkits, and facilitate workshops and training sessions.
Collaborate with IT, libraries, and academic departments to integrate learning technologies effectively.
Required: Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related field with minimum four years’ higher education instructional design experience.
Experience required in online and hybrid course development, faculty development, project management, and instructional design models such as ADDIE and UDL.
Preferred: Proficiency with learning management systems and emerging educational technologies including Generative AI.
Salary range: $111,226.90 to $124,064.93 annually with potential comprehensive benefits.
Department: Instructional Design and Faculty Development.

Lead Instructional Designer Full Description

Lead Instructional Designer

Montclair, NJ

Full time

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Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Instructional Design and Faculty Development, the Lead Instructional Designer plays a strategic and hands-on role in guiding the design and development of high-quality, innovative learning experiences across multiple modalities (online, hybrid, and in-person). This position provides leadership and mentorship to a team of instructional designers and provides guidance and support throughout the instructional design process for online program development. Driving innovative instructional design initiatives and developing impactful faculty development programs, the Lead Instructional Designer collaborates closely with faculty, academic departments, and institutional stakeholders to advance teaching excellence and student learning outcomes.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide guidance and education to the university community on instructional design methodologies, processes, and best practices for designing and delivering in-person, online, or blended/hybrid courses.
Drive innovative instructional design initiatives and develop impactful learning solutions for the development of high-quality courses and programs.
Collaborate with academic departments or programs to identify learning needs and design comprehensive learning opportunities and experiences to align instructional design exercises with the academic goals and priorities.
Research and implement best practices in instructional design, digital pedagogy, and learning science.
Lead the development and implementation of instructional design standards (including accessibility standards and inclusive design principles), quality assurance processes and project management workflows.
Lead and manage course design projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with academic standards.
Lead and mentor a team of instructional designers, provide guidance and support throughout the instructional design process, and foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning within the instructional design team.
Lead faculty development initiatives, including but not limited to organizing and implementing in-person events, online forums, and instructor-led online courses for faculty.
Consult with faculty to design and revise courses, such as instructional strategies, learning activities, instructional materials, etc., which are grounded in evidence-based practices.
Develop instructional design resources, toolkits, templates, and guides to support faculty development and curriculum innovation.
Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and consultations on course design, digital tools, and emerging pedagogies.
Evaluate and recommend instructional technologies that enhance teaching and learning experiences.
Partner with IT, libraries, and academic departments to support effective integration of learning technologies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
Minimum of four years of experience in instructional design or a related role in higher education.
Proven expertise in online and hybrid course development and instructional strategies.
Experience with faculty development.
Experience managing instructional design projects.
Deep knowledge of learning theories, instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, backwards design), and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED:

Proficiency with learning management systems.
Demonstrated experience with a variety of emerging educational technologies, including Generative AI, content delivery, collaboration, assessment, web conferencing, and multimedia tools.
Experience with online program development and data-informed course and program improvements.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

$111,226.90-$124,064.93 Annually

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

DepartmentInstructional Design and Faculty Development

Position TypeProfessional - Non-Faculty

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/

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