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California State University, Monterey Bay

Instructional Designer - Universal Access
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Position Number: 1514539
Location: Seaside, CA
Position Type: Instructional Technology and Design

Instructional Designer - Universal Access

Classification: Information Technology Consultant - Career
Department Name: Ctr for Academic Technologies
Job Number: MB2019-PD2535
Status: Open Until Filled
Priority Screening Date: 07/14/2019
Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled! Application Screening Begins on Monday, July 15, 2019

Position Description:
Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, California State University, Monterey Bay (WWW.CSUMB.EDU) is a comprehensive, mid-sized four-year university whose staff and faculty help transform student lives by emphasizing project-based learning, requiring service learning, and promoting multicultural and global perspectives on and beyond the campus community. CSUMB is both an MSI and HSI and has a vibrant, diverse student body of nearly 7000 students and growing. Our faculty and staff, many of whom live in campus housing, appreciate living and working about one mile from the shores of the beautiful Monterey Bay. As one of the 23 campuses in the California State University (CSU) system, we offer excellent benefits, including housing, and competitive salaries for our faculty and staff. During our 25th Silver Anniversary Celebration in 2019-20, we will complete two major building projects: the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and the Student Union. By 2030, CSUMB's sustainability initiative is to be carbon neutral.

PURPOSE:

Under the immediate supervision of the Director of the Center for Academic Technologies (CAT), the Instructional Designer-Universal Access (IDUA) incumbent is accomplished in instructional design principals, universal design concepts and practice, and collaborates in the development and delivery of professional development opportunities across a spectrum of services for faculty and the institution.

Working with the Accessibility Specialist, the incumbent supports the university community in the design of accessible instructional and informational materials for courses and general publication through the CSUMB Universal Access Project (UAP), workshops, trainings, and collaboration with staff and faculty governance. The incumbent also collaborates with other technology support staff members and campus service providers to create an innovative and comprehensive accessibility support infrastructure at CSUMB

Working with the Instructional Design staff, the incumbent supports teaching and learning in course design, implementation of innovative technology/pedagogy in all aspects and modalities of learning. The incumbent also collaborates with other technology support staff members and campus service providers to create an innovative and comprehensive accessibility support infrastructure at CSUMB

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

Develops materials for professional development opportunities in differing modalities as determined (online, F2F etc.) addressing Universal Access for the university.
Provides technical advice, training and support documentation for the use of accessibility software such as Ally, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat and others to the university.
In collaboration with ID staff and the Accessibility Specialist, assists in the creation and retrofit of instructional content in coordination with faculty.
Participates in Distributed Learning Quality Assurance efforts for the institution and maintains the highest level of certification available for distributed learning quality assurance.
Using technology to create and facilitate innovative course design in all modalities - traditional, blended, and online, including content development, assessment practices, feedback mechanisms, and demonstration of student outcomes through the use of technology.
Develops and provides training to users to maximize their ability to utilize system capabilities, and support for instructors using the LMS and other applications in facilitating sound course design, including workshops, online support, and self-paced training.
In alignment with the University strategic and academic plan, assists colleges, departments and individuals in developing academic technology requirements, skills development/support resources for students, faculty, and staff, and conducting professional development and training activities.

Other Functions:

Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of applying standard theories, principles, practice, and techniques applicable to a university/higher education environment; operational analysis and techniques; excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Experience in investigating and analyzing problems that have broad administrative impact and implications. Strong systems background as a user or functional developer. Experience in using spreadsheets, database query tools and word processing software applications at an advanced level; using/supporting a student information system such as Oracle-PeopleSoft (Campus Solutions/Student Administration), SCT Banner, Datatel, and/or other database student information systems. In addition, produce or retrofit content for accessibility, using tools such as Ally, MS Office and Adobe Acrobat documents, and audio and video transcription/captioning.

Ability to: Research, develop and evaluate policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; quickly learn features of new software releases and modules, anticipate problems and address them proactively; analyze data requirements and research data availability; train/mentor others on systems skills and procedures, with the ability to communicate system/technical concepts and ideas to non-system/technical individuals; work as a team member; independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse, multicultural environment

Minimum Qualifications:
To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in technical information systems and application program packages is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelors degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of study. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Information Technology Consultant, depending on the nature of the position assignment, may include working knowledge of common software application packages, equipment platforms, reference database systems and sources, and training methods and a basic understanding of networks, data communication, and multimedia systems.

Specialized Skills:

Ability to communicate with and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and members of the community in one-to-one or group settings. Strong personal initiative and ability to work reliably and independently with minimal supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts and ideas to non-technical individuals.

Strong interpersonal skills that promote professionalism and mutual respect in all interactions. Ability to work effectively and interdependently in a diverse university environment. Ability to independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects. Exceptional ability to communicate in a professional, persuasive, and tactful manner both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated record of a strong customer service orientation. Demonstrated success in working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Strong ability to determine needs/problems, analyze and provide appropriate solutions within operational guidelines, and to effectively document and communicate changes, solutions, and procedures.

Functional knowledge of: Google Apps for Education, Moodle, lecture capture and/or web conferencing, MS Office accessibility functionality, Adobe CS, and video production and editing

Basic knowledge of web conferencing tools, student response tools, interactive classroom technology, mobile technologies and content. Ability to work within a team or independently, demonstrating strong personal initiative and ability to work reliably with minimal supervision and to communicate and collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and members of the community in one-to-one or group settings. Demonstrated record of a strong customer service orientation with a high level of planning and organizational skills, including the ability to follow through on assigned tasks and to complete projects on time.

Ability to produce or retrofit content for accessibility, including MS Office and Adobe Acrobat documents, and audio and video.

Instructional design theories and methodologies and the ability to apply them; user interface design principles and applications: accessibility concepts, accessibility requirements (Federal, State, and CSU), accessibility software and assistive technologies, data collection and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

A graduate degree in instructional design, education, or related field AND one (1) year experience in one or a combination of the following: instructional and faculty development at the community college or university level, accessibility/assistive technology/alternative media production, experience in working in a community college or university support service unit or other service-oriented organization, or experience in supporting or teaching in a distributed learning environment.
Two (2) years of progressively responsible instructional design/educational technology experience. Understanding of current and emerging teaching and learning pedagogies and modalities used in higher education, including online, blended, MOOCs and F2F interactive learning.
Hands on experience and knowledge of: accessibility practices and assistive technologies, including specific software and hardware for testing accessibility. Knowledge of alternate media production techniques using related assistive technologies, use of assistive computer technologies for blind, low vision, deaf and hard of hearing, physically disabled and learning disabled students. Experience in instructional design and training development. Experience in program development and evaluation methods.

Special Conditions of Employment:
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS:

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires some travel, mobile work locations, and working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time. This is an exempt position that may require extended or varied hours, including some weekends, and may require travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. Some lifting up to 20 pounds

Compensation and Benefits:
POSITION INFORMATION:

Type of Appointment: Full-Time, Probationary
Collective Bargaining Unit: Clerical & Administrative Support Services (CSUEU)
Anticipated Campus Hiring Salary: Low to mid $5,000s/month
CSU Salary Range
FLSA Status: Exempt

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental & vision plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 14 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit: CSU Benefits R09. Additionally, University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability, visit: Employee Housing.

How to Apply:
To apply, visit https://csumb.peopleadmin.com/postings/5176

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at csumb.edu/jobs. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting University Personnel at (831) 582-3389. For computer/online access you may visit the Tanimura and Antle Family Memorial Library (map). All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State University, Monterey Bay Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://csumb.edu/clery

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.