Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number |
S13973P |
Working Title |
Instructional Design Professional |
Department |
PSO-Cont Ed-GC Cont Education |
About the University of Georgia |
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education
(https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
About the College/Unit/Department |
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA's mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel. |
College/Unit/Department website |
www.georgiacenter.uga.edu |
Posting Type |
External |
Retirement Plan |
TRS or ORP |
Employment Type |
Employee |
Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
Full/Part time |
Full Time |
Work Schedule |
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Additional Schedule Information |
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with occasional duties outside normal working hours |
Advertised Salary |
$60,000 - $75,000, Commensurate with Experience |
Posting Date |
08/06/2025 |
Open until filled |
Yes |
Closing Date |
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Proposed Starting Date |
09/01/2025 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Location of Vacancy |
Athens Area |
EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
USG Core Values Statement |
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our
USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each
USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the
USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in
USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally,
USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Information
Classification Title |
IT (Information Technology) Professional |
FLSA |
Exempt |
FTE |
1.00 |
Minimum Qualifications |
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
Preferred Qualifications |
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Position Summary |
The Instructional Technology Professional develops and maintains web-based continuing education courses and custom multi-media learning objects while supporting staff and subject matter experts in the creation of course content, the use of instructional multi-media, learning management systems, and best teaching practices. Work is implemented through design and development, consultation, and evaluation. The individual is experienced in instructional design, knowledgeable in teaching and learning processes, skilled with select multimedia tools, trained in the use of various learning management systems, and fluent in common web development languages.
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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Proficiency in software and computer skills related to the profession, including word processors, eLearning authoring software, graphic design and web development tools, and HTML editors.
- Aptitude for developing and editing within at least 3 learning management systems, including Brightspace by Desire2Learn (preferred).
- Convey a positive, professional demeanor.
- Demonstrate agile communication skills both verbally and clerically.
- Exhibit the ability to be self-directed and motivated in the completion of all tasks.
- Use advanced problem-solving skills and deductive reasoning.
- Work with equal competence both independently and in a team environment.
- Organize time and resources in order to multi-task successfully.
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Physical Demands |
On campus private office. Working at computer for long periods of time. |
Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
No |
Is this a Position of Trust? |
No |
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? |
No |
Does this position require a P-Card? |
No |
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? |
No |
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? |
No |
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) |
No |
Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website. |
Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities |
Design and develop online courses and multimedia learning objects.
- Develop, maintain, and manage web-based continuing education courses within the established learning management system.
- Perform specialized tasks (including coding with a variety of internet-based languages, formatting interfaces of web applications, programming web-based assessments, and employing eLearning authoring software) that lead to the creation of exceptional learning objects and courses that are visually appealing and enhance understanding and content retention.
- Produce and edit original media to be used for either educational or promotional purposes, with appropriate development tools and design criteria while incorporating artistic, innovative, and creative style.
- Create and develop online assessments for all continuing education courses and determine creative solutions for asynchronous learning measurement.
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Percentage of time |
60 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Uphold standards of quality in all products through evaluation, assessment, and revisions.
- Establish consistent standards of quality throughout all deliverables by completing detailed reviews of all output.
- Evaluate learning content in order to make recommendations for course design, multimedia and interactive enhancements, and supplemental materials.
- Provide constructive feedback for content deliverables to course authors (including inaccuracies in writing for web, irregularities in consistency, and errors in grammar or punctuation).
- Review accessibility in all products and revise in order to make courses and multimedia learning objects compliant according to Section 508 standards.
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Percentage of time |
20 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Demonstrate expertise in instructional technology during collaboration and consultation with project stakeholders and internal staff.
- Collaborate with internal and external staff, faculty, and clients in order to improve continuing education courses, elevate user experience, and streamline processes.
- Encourage and challenge subject matter experts and program coordinators to deliver instruction and content in new ways and demonstrate for the pedagogical opportunities that technology provides.
- Consult on and make recommendations for various technical and instructional solutions for staff, instructors, and students, using problem-solving skills, deductive reasoning, and prior knowledge of best practices.
- Support internal staff with issues in learning assessment, accessibility, and usability.
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Percentage of time |
10 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Review existing and potential courses seeking opportunities to improve courses through improvement in development, design, interactives, communiciation, and other means.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across all areas of project planning and development.
- Maintain a positive professional attitude while performing self-directed work activities and during cooperation with development team, supporting staff, and clients.
- Seek and fulfill professional development opportunities that enhance technical skills, maintain
- up-to-date knowledge of new and emerging digital technologies, and highlight teaching and learning issues in higher education
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Percentage of time |
5 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Support strategic initiatives of the Georgia Center and the University.
- Support Georgia Center strategic initiatives as needed.
- Serve on GC and PSO committees as needed.
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Percentage of time |
5 |
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