University of Nevada, Las Vegas Hiring for Instructional Designer, Online Education, Undergraduate Education [R0130190] at Las Vegas, NV Full Time

ROLE of the POSITION�

The Instructional Designer (ID) works to develop a campus culture that embraces digital teaching and learning by supporting faculty in online and hybrid course development and revision. The ID uses a growth mindset (Dweck, 2007) to help the faculty function as members of a supportive course development team. The ID has strong pedagogical knowledge and online education experience that promote best practices in instructional design. The ID supports faculty through the course design and development stages; builds OE courses in accordance with design standards and best practices; and brings research-based perspectives to the art and science of instructional design. The ID collaborates with the instructional art and instructional applications programming staff.�

KNOWLEDGE�

Required�

• Knowledge of instructional design and learning theories, approaches, and practices, including the ability to remain�

current within the discipline.�

Preferred�

• Knowledge of human motivation theory and organizational change models�

SKILLS�

Required�

• Building courses in a learning management system in a higher education setting�
• Instructional design skills that effectively use various technologies and practices in the online experience.�
• Teaching or training in a higher education setting�
• Using appropriate educational technology to enhance teaching and learning in online courses�
• Maintaining a growth mindset�

Preferred�

• Expertise in Canvas�
• Adept at providing support for multiple courses in a variety of disciplines.�

ABILITIES�

Required�

• Ability to analyze feedback from summative evaluation of OE classes and develop strategies for faculty to use to improve student outcomes.�
• Ability to work as a member of a cooperative team of professionals�

Preferred�

• Ability to participate in communities of practice in digital teaching and learning.�
• Demonstrated ability to be resilient and agile (Broza, 2015).�

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS�

This position requires a Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, 1 – 3 years’ experience in instructional design, and 5+ years’ experience working in higher education. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.�

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS�

Teaching or training in a higher education setting�

Using appropriate educational technology to enhance teaching and learning in online courses�

Building courses in a learning management system in a higher education setting�

Supporting and developing a cooperative team of professionals�

3 – 5 years in instructional design�

1 – 3 years supervisory experience�

1 – 3 years management experience�

SALARY RANGE�

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

No state income tax

Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)

Employee recognition and appreciation programs

Personal and professional development opportunities

UNLV athletics ticket discounts

Employee discount at UNLV’s Student Wellness Recreation Center

Statewide employee purchase program discounts

RebelCard discounts on and off campus

Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.�

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.��

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on August 1, 2022. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Michelle Chan, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected].�

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES�

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type “Find Jobs” in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0130190” in the search box.�

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.�

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT�

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.�

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY�

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV�� is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region’s diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.� UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. �

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.�

For more information, visit us online at:� http://www.unlv.edu�

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY�

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.�

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE�

The Office of Online Education empowers faculty to combine teaching and learning strategies with technology, enabling students to achieve academic goals and prepare for the future.�

EEO/AA STATEMENT�

The University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.�

TITLE IX STATEMENT�

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates.� Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. �� 1681 et seq.) and the��

corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106).� The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.� Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to:� Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: [email protected], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [email protected]; or to both.����

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.�

Job Category�

Administrative Faculty�

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.�