Instructional Design Manager (Academic Affairs)

Lead and supervise the instructional design team, manage course development projects, and serve as the design liaison to academic programs and faculty. Oversee online course quality, evaluation, compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement while advancing effective learning technologies and team workflows.

Responsibilities

• Hire, supervise, and mentor instructional designers and technologists
• Lead design of pedagogically sound web‑based courses and learning experiences
• Collaborate with faculty, subject‑matter experts, and academic leaders
• Develop project plans, monitor risks, and manage budgets for instructional design initiatives
• Implement Quality Matters standards and conduct course reviews
• Create and maintain instructional design templates, standards, and workflows
• Provide faculty development and training on online teaching methods and technologies
• Research emerging learning technologies and delivery modalities
• Prepare reports on course enrollments, evaluations, and compliance
• Ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience with supervisory responsibilities
• Experience designing fully online and hybrid academic courses
• Proficiency with instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard)
• Strong project management and leadership skills

Key Skills