Instructional Designer

Department:

Centre for Teaching and Educational Technologies

Reference number:

16-072-T0129

Closing date:

Sunday, September 4, 2016 – 17:00

Employment status:

Ongoing

Full or part time:

Full-time

Competition status:

Open

Job description:

This is a replacement for a full-time position.

Reporting to the Manager, Learning Design Services, you will manage a portfolio of course design and development projects and ensure quality for both online and face-to-face course projects. You will lead the project function by working in a team environment with faculty and staff to design, develop, and deliver all components of courses and you will act as the CTET point of contact for your assigned program area for issues related to curriculum. You will design, develop, and facilitate faculty development workshops on intercultural communication and relationships, cross-cultural relations, awareness of the complex issues at play in a multicultural society, and cultural diversity. In addition, you will research, write, and present on the latest trends and issues in intercultural education, pedagogy/andragogy, and technology.

Qualifications:

To be well suited to the role you will possess the following qualifications and competencies:

Graduate degree in educational psychology, intercultural education, educational technology, distance education or a related field
Minimum three years’ experience in designing and delivering online courses preferably in a post-secondary environment
Experience working on teams with technical professionals and faculty
Demonstrated project management skills
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to research and/or create innovative solutions
Strong instructional and presentation skills (online and face-to-face)
Ability to work to deadlines, juggling multiple priorities and tasks
Demonstrated excellence in communication skills, including writing and editing
Ability to work as a positive, contributing member of a team in a service-oriented approach
Strong computer skills (web applications, other educational technologies, MS Office suite)
Experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS) (e.g.: Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, etc.)

The following will be considered an asset:

Experience working with design and development of intercultural curriculum and program development in post-secondary sector
Experience working with Moodle LMS
Experience with program mapping
Advanced skills in designing and facilitating live synchronous sessions (web conferencing, e.g., Blackboard Collaborate, Bluejeans, Adobe Connect, etc.)

Application submission information:

This is a regular full-time on campus position working 37.5 hours per week. The position has been evaluated at Grade 4 with a recruitment range that starts at $53,768 per annum. The University is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit package.

To apply please forward your cover letter and curriculum vitae (preferably in electronic format) to: rru-career-opportunities@royalroads.ca with a subject line of:

16-072-T0129 – Last name, First name

Or mail to:

Human Resources – Career Opportunities

Royal Roads University

2005 Sooke Road

Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2

Fax: (250) 391-2570 Tel: (250) 391-2511

The competition began on August 12, 2016 and will close on September 4, 2016; however, the competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates short-listed for further consideration will be contacted. RRU is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the principle of equity in employment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority consideration.

If you are sending your application via e-mail, please ensure that your electronic file is saved in MS Word or Adobe format.