POSITION:
SALARY RANGE:
POSITION AVAILABLE:
CLOSING DATE:
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
Full-time, 12 months per year
$38,000 - $45,000/year depending upon qualifications and experience
Immediately
For best consideration, apply by November 4, 2011.
MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Instructional Designer provides leadership and vision to assist faculty in creating and implementing effective learning
strategies that incorporate technology into their curriculum. Platforms include the Desire2Learn Learning Management
System, interactive video, live online courseware and other emerging technologies. Participates as a team member in the
Division of eLearning and Library Services to support all eLearning efforts. Position reports to the Division Director of
eLearning and Library Services.
Specific responsibilities for this position include:
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Work collaboratively to design, lead or participate in the development of dynamic instructional materials for Webbased courses in designated courseware.
Provide first-line of support through phone, e-mail, chat, web-conferencing and drop-in consultation and act as
single point of contact to assist faculty in maintenance, technical design and course content issues to and
enhancement of existing Web-based courses.
Set and meet effective production schedules for course creation in collaboration with faculty, academic
departments, and Director of Library Services and Interim Director for Distance Learning.
Create course design templates and modular support materials.
Research and evaluate emerging instructional Web technologies and tools and make recommendations for use;
integrate technological innovations into the development process.
Lead, assist, develop and model effective design practices and implement technologies to support eLearning and
integration of educational technology on campus.
Participate in evaluating and assessing instructional effectiveness and continuous improvement of course
materials in collaboration with Faculty and Staff.
Represent department on committees or task forces dealing with distance, online or technology-related activities
on campus as needed.
Design, present or publish (in electronic or online format) appropriate training and support resources, workshops
or courses to faculty and adjuncts both face to face and at a distance.
Assist faculty in implementing changes to course material based on faculty feedback and course evaluation
processes.
Work closely with the Director of Library Services and Interim Director for Distance Learning and other staff in
strategic divisional planning.
Serve as the primary campus liaison for troubleshooting and maintaining the learning management system,
including upgrades and other modifications.
Assist department team members and Desire2Learn team in work assignment or project completion and in other
areas as needed to support MSU-GF eLearning efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor's Degree in instructional technology, education or a related field required;
2. Experience as a teacher, trainer and/or professional development instructor for adult learners required;
3. Experience designing instruction for online learning environments required;
4. Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design principles and practices required;
5. Experience interpreting student and instructor needs to produce effective instructional materials and technologies
to support teaching and learning required;
6. Experience working with HTML, PDF and FLASH or related file types and technology required;
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in teaching and training situations required;
8. Demonstrated experience using a course/learning management system required; Desire2Learn experience
preferred;
9. Demonstrated experience working with people of varied technological skills preferred;
10. Experience working with educators using a variety of approaches to teaching and learning and in a variety of
curricular areas preferred;
11. Two or more years of professional teaching experience in an educational setting preferred; and
12. Advanced skill in using or deploying a learning management system preferred.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Your application packet must include:
• Cover letter addressing how your background and philosophy align with the qualifications and responsibilities
associated with this position
• Resume detailing education and professional experience
• Transcripts of educational credentials (copies permitted with application – official transcripts required if hired)
• Names and contact information of three professional references
• Completed Background Check Form (available at the College or online at www.msugf.edu/jobseekers)
Please note: A background check will be performed on the final candidate chosen for this position.
Montana State University—Great Falls COT is an ADA/AA/EEO Employer. All qualified individuals regardless of
gender, race, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status or political affiliation are encouraged to apply. The
College also honors veterans’ preference status. Please contact the Executive Director of Human Resources for more
information on veterans’ preference and equal employment opportunity, or to arrange accommodations for a disability.
Application materials and inquiries should be directed to:
Brianne Feulmer, Administrative Associate
Human Resources
MSU—Great Falls College of Technology
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2100 16 Avenue South
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 268-3712 or (800) 446-2698
This is a full-time benefit eligible position including paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Montana University System
benefits include medical, dental, optional vision and flexible spending accounts and a Wellness Program. There is a
mandatory retirement plan which includes employer contribution and for academic growth we offer a partial tuition fee
waiver to any Montana University System school.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE:
Montana State University—Great Falls College of Technology is located on a beautiful 20-acre campus and serves
approximately 2000 students a year, including students taking courses and programs online. It is one of four units of
Montana State University and MSU’s only “stand-alone” two-year college. An extensive renovation and expansion
project added three state-of-the-art science labs, an expansive library and resource center, and a Construction and
Industrial Trades building. Renovations include a one-stop Student Central area, remodeled bookstore, a community
conference center, and additional space for the Outreach/Workforce Development Department and College Relations and
Advancement. MSU – Northern’s Great Falls satellite campus is located at MSU – Great Falls, offering 4-year and
graduate degrees. The College has a reputation for high-quality educational programming delivered with a studentcentered philosophy.
The College constantly evaluates its educational offerings to provide challenging, high-demand programs leading to
Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees. Certificates and professional
certifications are also offered. Beyond our technical programs emphasizing technology, skilled trades, and healthcare
careers, we offer Montana University System core courses and transfer of credit; day, evening and weekend classes;
Internet courses; seminars and workshops; customized training; and a telemedia studio for distance learning.
The core values of Montana State University – Great Falls College of Technology are:
• Quality education
• Student-centeredness
• Responsiveness to community and industry needs
ABOUT GREAT FALLS:
The present Great Falls townsite was first noted in the journals of Lewis and Clark as they portaged around “the
thundering great falls of the Missouri” in 1805. In 1882, Paris Gibson, a Minneapolis city planner and engineer,
recognized the area’s potential, and with the backing of railroad magnate James J. Hill, became the city’s first developer.
Gibson’s legacy was a carefully planned city incorporating 56 parks – a heritage of beauty that makes Great Falls unique
today.
Welcoming and prosperous, Great Falls is situated in central Montana between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks.
Its population of approximately 60,000 enjoys a moderate climate with clean air, low humidity, and long days of sunshine.
Chinook winds make many winter days warm and pleasant. Surrounded by three mountain ranges and with the
confluence of the Missouri and Sun Rivers in the heart of town, some of the finest readily accessible hunting and fishing
opportunities in the country lie near Great Falls, as well as opportunities for campers, hikers, skiers, and outdoor
enthusiasts. The area’s recreational opportunities are complemented by the artistic flavor of the world-famous C.M.
Russell Museum, a well-established symphony and symphonic choir, and professional theater groups.
Serving as Central Montana’s educational, financial, medical, and retail trade center, Great Falls is the urban heart of
some of the finest farmland in the country. Agriculture is a major part of the local economy. Malmstrom Air Force Base,
the Montana Air National Guard, and reserve units of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force are headquartered here.
ABOUT OUR STUDENTS:
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Over 2,000 students enroll in approximately 50 career-training programs annually; another 1,500 individuals
participate in continuing education workshops and seminars, and customized training to meet business or
organization needs.
Nearly half of our students are registered full-time; over 40% of our students are enrolled in at least one night
class; over half of our students are enrolled in at least one online class.
Approximately 175 – 200 students graduate each year; approximately 95% become employed after graduation.
Our students range in age from 16 to 83 years old. Approximately half of our students are traditional (18 – 24
years old) students, although more than two-thirds of our students are under 30 years of age.