Instructional Designer (Information Technology Consultant - Foundation)

Job Title

Instructional Designer

Classification

Information Technology Consultant - Foundation

AutoReqId

548915

Department

University Extension Program Administrator

Division

Vice President, Academic Affairs

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,094 - $7,881 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,094 - $4,450 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

CSUF University Extension collaborates with academic departments and colleges on unique, self-supporting programs for domestic and international students. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as an Instructional Designer (Information Technology Consultant – Foundation). This position will provide instructional design and technology support for a large, complex portfolio of self-supporting credit and non-credit programs. This position is ideal for candidates with foundational knowledge in instructional design and technology who are eager to grow their expertise in a supportive academic environment. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity.

The Instructional Designer supports the development and delivery of high-quality instructional content and learning experiences for University Extension's flexible and continuing education programs. Under direct supervision, the Instructional Designer collaborates with faculty, subject matter experts, and academic staff to assist in designing, developing, and improving instructional materials for a variety of delivery formats, including online, hybrid, and in-person courses. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Telecommunications, Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related field or four years relevant full-time experience or an associate’s degree in a related field with two years of relevant full-time experience.

Basic knowledge of the specialty work area demonstrated by an understanding and use of general principals and terminology. Demonstrated understanding of the standard technology and systems in place with the capability of supporting and operating the technology. Ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes, and refer to appropriate party for resolution. Ability to solve problems where precedents exist and acquire knowledge in related specialties. Demonstrated ability to work as a team member. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure