NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education Hiring for Instructional Designer Job at Remote Full Time

About NASPA

NASPA is the leading association for the advancement, health, and sustainability of the student affairs profession. We serve the diverse needs of our community, from vice presidents of student affairs to undergraduate student leaders considering a career in the field. Founded in 1919, NASPA includes more than 15,000 members in all 50 states, 29 countries, and 8 U.S. Territories. Guided by the principles of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and inquiry, we are dedicated to empowering our members to realize their full potential and to cultivating student success in collaboration with our institutional members, who represent every sector of higher education. NASPA centers justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work; read more about our commitmenthere.

About the Center for First-generation Student Success®

Established in June 2017 as an initiative of NASPA and The Suder Foundation, the Center for First-generation Student Success (Center) drives innovation and advocacy as the premier source of evidence-based practices, professional development, and knowledge creation for the higher education community to advance the success of first-generation students. As college and university leaders and practitioners are actively seeking avenues to best meet the specific needs of first-generation students, the Center leads scholarly discussion, information sharing, networking, and program development and relies upon alignment with four strategic priority areas for success.

As the Center’s signature effort, the First ScholarsNetwork provides institutions of higher education with a pathway toward earning the First-gen Forward and First Scholars designations and national leadership in first-generation student success. With over 275 institutions currently, the Network offers a facilitated experience and peer learning community for institutions with a demonstrated commitment to serving first-generation students through pursuit of the First-gen Forward designation. Once received, institutions have an opportunity to maintain this designation or pursue the First Scholars designation. Through First Scholars, institutions receive a customized approach to radically transform institutional infrastructures and supports to advance first-generation student success. Utilizing a continuous improvement framework, First Scholars offers diagnostic tools providing critical institutional insight, a host of customized solutions and turnkey toolkits, robust data reporting, and the guidance of experts across the experience. The First Scholars Network offers institutions the flexibility to shape their experience to meet institutional needs while also aligning with the key evidence-based outcomes imperative to advancing the success of first-generation students.

About the Position

The instructional designer will serve a key role in supporting and advancing the overall experience for First Scholars Network institutions through the development of e-learning modules, creation of presentation materials for live virtual, live in-person, and demand events, and strategy planning to optimize partner engagement and support. They will support the design, development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of a quickly growing library of e-learning modules and online learning events. They will be engaged in the development and facilitation of monthly content workshops, professional development offerings, and new engagements to support Network growth. Additionally, the instructional designer will utilize their knowledge of learning design and instructional technologies to recommend learning experiences to meet overall objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities of The Instructional Designer for First Scholars Initiatives will include:

Instructional Design:

• Provides instructional design support and guidance in the creation of e-learning course content, professional development events and conferences, monthly Network workshops, and online learning events.
• Plans, directs, implements and evaluates courses delivered online
• Research and recommend educational best practices, instructional resources, and instructional technologies to support e-learning modules and live workshops;
• Leverage learning objectives and actionable priorities to develop deliverables using tools, such as: Articulate 360, Storyline; Rise, and others to produce self-paced e-learning modules;
• Create visually appealing products that adhere to branding guidelines utilizing graphic, authoring, and video production tools;
• Design & develop high quality instructor-led, e-learning, and multimedia course materials including: module outlines, descriptions, presentation slides, and assessments; and
• Implement tools to track the effectiveness of course design against learning objectives.

Project Management:

• Support internal implementation and oversight of all elements of the project management structure using the Asana platform;
• Support the management of e-learning modules housed in the First Scholars Learning Hub–a learning management system-based repository for Network institutions;
• Perform quality control on the projects throughout development to maintain the standards expected;
• Consult with other staff and external subject matter experts to identify options and recommend e-learning module designs, create work plans for module development and implementation, and set a timeline for delivery; and
• Identify opportunities to create a loop for continuous feedback, revision, and ideas for creation of new e-learning modules.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assists with all-team projects and participates actively in staff meetings and projects;
• Support Center and NASPA tasks, projects, professional development, and engagement as deemed appropriate; and
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned to support the association.

Reports To: Associate Director for Instructional Design, First Scholars

Supervises: This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Required, a Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred;
• Knowledge of the first-generation college student population and experience in higher education preferred;
• Proven ability to build, manage, and improve learning programs and projects via eLearning authoring and development tools and software (i.e., Articulate Storyline/Rise, iSpring, PowerPoint, etc.);
• Instructional design experience creating learning experiences across various modalities (instructor-led, virtual, e-learning) is highly desired.

• Strong oral and written communication skills as well as demonstrated presentation skills for e-learning modules and live workshops;
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines, maintain a strong attention to detail, and work independently as well as collaboratively in group settings in an entrepreneurial environment;
• Proficiency in the use of Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ability to work effectively via videoconference and remote communication channels; Asana and Basecamp experience desired; and
• Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.

Employment Status:

Full-time Exempt: Exempt employees by definition are exempt from overtime compensation requirements of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, and are required to work as the job demands on a no time limit basis.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000.

NASPA offers nationwide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with automatic employer contribution, flexible work schedule, and paid time-off including accrued PTO, family leave, community service leave, and holidays.

Office Location/Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Office Location

This position may be based anywhere in the contiguous 48 states.

It is the employee’s responsibility to provide reliable internet capabilities for any work location outside of the Washington, D.C. office.

Please note, the NASPA Washington, D.C. Office is in mostly-open status at this time. The status of the office is subject to change at any time.

Travel

Occasional overnight travel to represent NASPA at events, on college and university campuses, and in-person meetings is an essential function of this position. Locations vary and can include sites outside of taxi service from major airports. As a result, the position is required to have the ability to travel independently, including air travel, navigating ground transportation, and occasionally driving a rental car.

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily office-based with primary work on a computer, including phone, email, and video conferencing.

Additional COVID-19 Information

Vaccination is not a requirement for employment. However, all employees are strongly encouraged to follow the CDC guidance on vaccination, including becoming fully-vaccinated and staying up-to-date as eligible. All employees may flex their schedules for time taken to receive and recover from COVID-19 vaccinations.

In certain circumstances, NASPA may require testing for all staff regardless of vaccination status.

Masksmust be worn per local, state, tribal, and federal guidance, including the CDC, with the most stringent level of guidance followed. Regardless of guidance, all employees must have masks available should masking be requested by other employees, members, or external constituents. In certain settings, NASPA may require or strongly recommend that employees wear masks.

At the present time, NASPA will not require any employee to participate in in-person activities on behalf of the Association, regardless of their individual job duties. Job duties related to these activities will be conducted remotely where possible or reassigned as necessary.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination Statement

NASPA provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. NASPA does not discriminate on the basis of race; color, national origin; religion; sex; age; gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status; personal appearance; family responsibilities; genetic information; educational status; political affiliation; unemployment status; place of residence or business; source of income; caste; matriculation; credit information; status as a survivor or family member of a survivor of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking; reproductive health decision making; or any other basis protected by law in any of its policies, employment practices, or in any context in the workplace. When necessary, NASPA also makes reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following for consideration:

• Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three references that can speak to your professional talents related to this role.
• A sample of work, no more than 2 pages, showcasing instructional design philosophy, talents, and abilities related to this position. Utilizing images from technology platforms with associated context are accepted.

A complete set of materials should be submitted through this Asana form: https://bit.ly/centeridjob. Materials received by Monday, October 31, 2022 at 11:59pm PT, will receive priority consideration, but review will continue until the position is filled. Please visit our website for questions: bit.ly/3EpIgJa

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
NASPA staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be in the D.C. Office or travel on behalf of NASPA. Mask policies are in effect at the Washington, D.C. office and at NASPA events, with vaccination or testing required for all attendees.

Work Location: Remote