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Position Information

Department/College ATLIS
Position Title ActiveFlex Designer
Job Category Staff
Posting Number 00439
FLSA Exempt
Full or Part Time Full-Time
Other Grant funded
Temporary No
If Temporary, number of months

Position Summary Information

Duties This is a grant funded position. The ActiveFlex Designer will be responsible for assisting the ActiveFlex Director in the design and development of courses chosen to be delivered in a ActiveFlex modality. The ActiveFlex Designer will collaborate with designated ActiveFlex faculty and ATLIS design and development staff to create active learning experiences for ActiveFlex courses. Additionally, this person will be responsible for aiding and assisting in research activities associated with the ActiveFlex courses that are developed and delivered.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Works with the grant PI to create and complete a plan for the development and delivery of ActiveFlex courses specified by the grant.
o Assists in creating a development schedule for specified ActiveFlex courses.
o Assists in monitoring and documenting development progress
o Assists in scheduling resources and services needed for design, development, and delivery of ActiveFlex courses
· Designs and Develops ActiveFlex course content.
o Under the direction of grant PI, designs ActiveFlex course modules and experiences to be delivered through the University’s learning management system.
o Works individually, and/or in collaboration with ATLIS design and development team to create new and engaging products and experiences for ActiveFlex courses
o Works individually, and/or in collaboration with ATLIS design and development team to create graphics, videos, and other digital assets to be used in the ActiveFlex courses, multimedia, print, and web-based products.
· Documents and shares the ActiveFlex design and development process.
o Assist the grant PI in documenting the steps for designing and developing ActiveFlex courses.
o Work with PI and ATLIS team to create design and development templates and guides that can be applied to other ActiveFlex courses.
Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree, or within one year of completion of degree, in instructional design, a technology related field, or an education related field from a regionally accredited institution
  • 1+ years’ teaching or design experience
  • Demonstrated experience creating content in an LMS system
  • Strong computer and technology related skills
  • Successful creation and delivery of training sessions / materials
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a variety of audiences
  • Strong organization and multi-tasking skills

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

  • Master’s in instructional design or a related field or advanced experience in instructional design & development
  • 5+ years’ teaching experience
  • Experience with Blackboard Learn and Canvas Learning Management Systems
  • Demonstrated experience in online course materials development
  • Expertise in graphic design and multimedia software (i.e. Photoshop, Camtasia, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience in higher education
  • Strong presentation and public speaking skills
Salary Schedule Salary Band: P360
To view salary schedules, visit:
https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human-resources/salary-schedule-tables/
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Posting Detail Information

University Information Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.
EEO Statement Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Provost/Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.
Background Check Statement In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies minimum qualifications for the position. Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please provide contact information for three professional references on your application. Include correct email addresses if available.
Additional Information Athens State University participates in the E-verify System to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
To view details or to apply, visit: https://jobs.athens.edu/postings/
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and remain
“open until filled”.
For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at 256-216-3333 or email us at [email protected].

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