Job Description:

This position exists to develop learning experiences that ensure participants in MinnState courses and training programs have a quality learning experience that aligns with the desired learning outcomes and drives them to take additional MinnState courses or recommend them to others. 

Under limited supervision, provide instructional design expertise and project management to instructors and subject matter experts in the design, selection, and/or development of appropriate instructional content, methods, materials, and delivery systems of flexible course modules for credit, non-credit, and customized training.

Design could include researching customer usability, developing evaluation instruments, and creating/modifying activities for virtual, asynchronous online, synchronous high-flex or hybrid learning.

Partner and consult with instructors and subject matter experts to:

• assess learner needs and situational factors; design goals and objectives, assessments, and activities to meet learner and institutional needs using current instructional design methods

• develop and continuously improve courses and programs in support of web-enhanced and online instruction using a variety of tools that include but are not restricted to: eLearning authoring, collaboration tools, media, interactive case studies, low-fidelity simulations, and remote proctoring, with emphasis on curriculum design and the andragogy of teaching

• generate work plans, course content, and learning objects for online and web-enhanced courses.

?Create training materials for online and web-enhanced courses and programs including computer-based training materials, classroom training materials, quick reference guides, tutorials, templates, and other job aids along with developing a standardized process for flexible course module design

Work with a variety of staff to assist instructors with launching and managing courses.

Research and work with online learning team members to develop technology and process solutions that support development and delivery of online and web-enhanced courses.

Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the departments and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

Salary Range:

$38.55 to $57.35 per hour depending upon qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position:

To meet these minimum qualifications, a Master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; a Bachelor's degree my substitute for one year of experience; and an Associates' degree may substitute for six months of experience.

• 4 years of work experience as an instructional designer working in e-learning platforms such as Desire2Learn Brightspace.

• 4 years of work experience with an eLearning authoring system such as Adobe Captivate and/or Articulate Storyline.

• Knowledge of educational theory, administrative fundamentals and the psychology of teaching and learning for adult, nontraditional students sufficient to provide solutions to programmatic problems.

• Experience managing projects to completion within budget and time constraints in a virtual team environment.

• Experience leading stakeholders through coaching and educating on the need for quality course design.

Preferred Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree or higher

• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with instructors and other subject matter experts and lead projects without authority.

• Demonstrated course-level instructional design and development skills (e.g. portfolio, online examples) including: needs analysis, applied adult learning principles, systematic instructional design processes, graphic design and visual support, evaluation, and impact assessment.

• Experience applying the theory and practice of curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation processes at the program level.

• Experience with quality assessment tools and other data to guide the development and revision of courses and programs.

Physical Requirements of the Job: This position requires occasionally transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and/or transporting light objects frequently. The position may require movement throughout building(s) to a significant degree.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with some evening and weekend hours required based upon need.

Applications must be received by 12:01 AM on Closing Date: May 15th, 2026

*To comply with privacy and data practices requirements, please refrain from including personal information or photographs in your application materials.

* Employment for this position is covered by the MAPE collective bargaining agreement which can be found at: mn.gov/mmb-stat/000/az/labor-relations/mape/2025-2027/MAPE-2025-2027-Contract.pdf

Notice: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

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Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The University:

Metro State University provides an excellent, inclusive, and engaging education to eliminate opportunity gaps and empower our students to lead our communities to a prosperous and equitable future. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters, and applied doctoral degrees. We provide accessible, high quality liberal arts, professional, and graduate education with continued emphasis on marginalized groups, including adult learners. Metro State is a five-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, most recently in 2023. Federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution, its employees serve more than 9,000 post-traditional learners, two-thirds of whom identify as belonging to communities of color or American Indian nations, are first in their family to attend college, and/or are eligible for Pell Grants. Since we do not operate residential facilities, Metro State University students all commute to class locations across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, or take their courses wherever they are through our many distance-learning and hybrid course offerings, allowing Metro State to truly be ""where learning meets living."" Metropolitan State is recognized by CollegeNet as a leading higher education promoter of social mobility for students (Ranked # 12 out of 1,398 in 2025). Recognized in 2008 and 2016 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement, the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching, scholarship, and services designed to support an urban mission. As a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Metro State University actively works to achieve the Equity 2030 goal of the system, with initiatives to close disparities among student groups that focus on academic programs, policies and procedures, and effective student support. In addition, equity and anti-racism strategies are focused on building an inclusive and welcoming campus climate, hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and developing our capacity to serve students in a culturally responsive manner. The university is finalizing a new strategic plan, with the draft goal of enhancing its legacy of student success by becoming the region's premier institution for high-quality, accessible, and equitable education, promoting social mobility and community engagement.

Visit the Metro State University website to learn more about the university, our programs, and our students. Learn more about Minnesota State Colleges and Universities at their website.

For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.metrostate.edu/students/support/safety

The School/Academic Department:

The College of Individualized Studies empowers adult students to design and complete high-quality degrees that value their academic and life-long learning. The College of Individualized Studies is the place where students of diverse backgrounds can get an innovative, dynamic degree recognizing all life-long learning by:

• Empowering students to create their own degree plan

• Being a national leader in credit for prior learning

• Collaborating with other Minnesota State institutions and community partners

• Offering transfer pathway options for community and technical colleges

The College of Individualized Studies values:

• Social Change and Anti-Racism: We address equity and inclusion at individual and institutional levels

• Student-Centered Advocacy: We nurture self-efficacy through personalized advising and mentoring

• Innovation and Creativity: We are deeply committed to helping students gain authority over their own education by developing their individualized degree pathway

• Trust and Transparency: We believe that our students have the capacity to succeed and we collaborate with them to find the best educational options

• Compassion and Respect: We recognize the diversity of student experiences and challenges and support them for success in their educational journey

About Metropolitan State University

Metropolitan State University offers over 60 baccalaureate majors, 10 master?s degrees, and 2 doctoral programs. Founded in 1971, the university is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and is the only state university in the Twin Cities. It is a comprehensive urban university committed to meeting the higher education needs of those who live and work in the 13 county metropolitan area.With a strong tradition of individualized educational programs, we are fully committed to high-quality, affordable education for working adults. Faculty, staff and more than 11,000 full- and part-time students reflect the area?s rich diversity, provide a highly student-centered environment and demonstrate unwavering commitment to civic engagement.

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