STEPS Instructional Designer

STEPS Instructional Designer

Requisition Number:

TE08828

Department Name:

8T110:College of Social Work

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Salary Range:

$25 - $30/hr

Type of Position:

Temporary

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in Learning Design & Technology, Learning Experience Design, Instructional Design or related field

Required Related Experience:

3+ years instructional design experience; portfolio required

Physical Requirements:

repetitive motion typical of desk work (sitting/typing/bending/twisting); prolonged exposure to computer screens; lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 20lbs

Shift:

Monday Friday; 8:00am 5:00pm (40 hours per week)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative STEPS Instructional Designer to join our team and play a key role in creating high-quality, engaging, and effective learning experiences. This individual will work closely with the College of Social Work Centers & Labs Instructional Design team and other key stakeholders to design, develop, and implement comprehensive training materials and resources. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge learning solutions in a dynamic environment. Key responsibilities include:

Course Design & Development:

• Design, develop, and implement online training programs.
• Review training to ensure learning objectives, course content, and assessments align and meet the intended goals.
• Analyze, update, and refine existing online training.
• Utilize best practices in instructional design and adult learning principles to create engaging and effective learning materials, including eLearning modules, training resources, and video content.

Learning Experience & User Engagement:

• Conceptualize and create instructionally sound storyboards, interactive components, scripts, and other design documents.
• Incorporate multimedia elements (e.g., graphics, animations, simulations) to enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met in all training materials and learning environments.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Ability to break down complex concepts into simple, understandable language.
• Explain concepts and ideas visually through wireframes, storyboards, flowcharts, and mockups to ensure clarity and make design concepts more tangible.
• Communicate complex design decisions effectively, presenting ideas clearly and confidently
• Facilitating discussions that encourage collaboration and help move projects forward.

To Apply: please submit a resume, cover letter, and link to an online Portfolio.

This position is hybrid eligible with 3 days in office/2 remote. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, Backward design, etc.), and eLearning development tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, etc.).
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual training platforms (e.g., Moodle, Zoom, other web-based Content Management Systems (CMS), etc.).
• Adhere to design processes from ideation to design and prototyping through testing and evaluation and, finally, launch and post-production evaluation.
• Broad understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.2, Section 508)
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to make materials accommodating individual learner differences.
• Experience with video production and editing tools.
• Proficiency in HTML/CSS
• Familiarity with gamification and other advanced learning strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Creative, innovative, detail-oriented, passionate about creating impactful learning experiences.
• Aptitude to learn and research new trends in digital media.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education/Experience:

Masters degree preferred

Deadline to Apply:

05/12/2025

Our University Community:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.