Instructional Designer

Position Summary

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The Instructional Designer provides instructional design, faculty training, and instructional technology support across all instructional sites. This position works collaboratively with faculty to design, develop, evaluate, and enhance traditional, hybrid, and online courses by applying instructional design principles, accessibility standards, and effective practices for teaching and learning. The Instructional Designer also supports the use of Canvas and related instructional technologies, creates training materials and professional development resources, and provides individual and group consultation to promote high-quality instruction and student success.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule (Download PDF reader) E1, Grade 2: $50,680 - $68,169

(Salary within this range is determined by your documented years of full-time related work experience)

Work Hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:* An online application

• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an is made.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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• Work with faculty to utilize instructional technology in the design and development of online and traditional courses in the Canvas LMS.
• Demonstrate project management, course development, and evaluation skills.
• Utilize instructional technology, including but not limited to the Canvas LMS, lecture capture platforms, online proctoring software, and multimedia authoring tools.
• Work with faculty to develop instructional content that meets WCAG 2\.1 AA standards.
• Act as liaison between the Distance Learning department and academic divisions to determine needs for distance learning courses and coordinate quality assurance.
• Travel to multiple instructional sites to meet with faculty and students.
• Conduct training sessions using live conferencing tools such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Assist with conducting professional development sessions covering the Canvas LMS and related technologies and multimedia authoring tools.
• Perform all duties and related assignments in a professional manner.

Qualifications

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• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• A minimum of two years related work experience is required.
• Strong technical skills and expertise in a Learning Management System and/or multimedia authoring tools,in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Demonstrated expertise with the Canvas LMS.
• Knowledge of online course quality standards, instructional design principles, and best practices in course development.
• Experience teaching, facilitating professional development, or leading training sessions and workshops.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to explain technical or complex information in a clear, accessible, and user-friendly manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create professional correspondence, training materials, and instructional documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and commitment to high-quality work.
• Strong customer-service orientation, including patience, responsiveness, and a willingness to support users with varying levels of technical experience.
• Flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing priorities, technology needs, and institutional requirements.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies, tools, and processes and apply that knowledge effectively.
• Confidence in decision-making, communication, and providing guidance to faculty and staff.
• Experience using project management tools or systems to organize, track, and complete work.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

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Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verifysystem to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216

Decatur, AL 35609

256-306-2590

256-306-2591

[email protected]

Sick Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

8 hours per month

(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.

0-4 years 8 hours per month

5-9 years 10 hours per month

10-14 years 12 hours per month

15-19 years 14 hours per month

20\+ 16 hours per month

(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day16 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days

260

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7\.50% monthly. State matches 14\.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II – Pays 6\.20% monthly. State matches 13\.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Law Enforcement Officers:

Tier I-Pays 8\.50% monthly. State matches 14\.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II- Pays 7\.20% monthly. State matches 13\.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip

Premium amounts: * Single $ 30

• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee \+ Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium* Member $ 50

• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium* Member $ 50

• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums * Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38

• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).

Duty Hours

(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:* 1/3 waived after 1st year

• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.