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Institution
Institution Northern State University
Working Title
Working Title Instructional Designer
Posting Number
Posting Number NFE02747P
Department
Department NSU-Graduate School
Physical Location of Position (City)
Posting Text
Northern State University ( NSU ) is seeking an instructional designer to join our Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning ( CETL ). The ideal candidate will collaborate with faculty and staff, Instructional Technology, Media Services, and Online Learning and Continuing Education ( OLCE ) in the creation of high-quality face-to-face, HyFlex, and online courses.
Posting Date
Posting Date 06/03/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date
First Consideration Date 06/09/2025
Advertised Salary
Advertised Salary DOE
Duration of the Term
Duration of the Term 12 months
Appointment Percent
Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours
8-5. Position is authorized to work 40% of the time remotely.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Appointment Type Regular
Faculty Status
Faculty Status No
Scope of Search
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
This position requires Travel, Overnight stays
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Northern State University seeks a collaborative faculty-support professional to lead instructional design initiatives and coordinate Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning ( CETL ) operations in support of continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Faculty Support & Instructional Design
* Guide course development and improvement across all modalities (on campus, online, and HyFlex) using best practices in instructional and universal design.
* Lead the Quality Assurance Review process for online and HyFlex courses.
* Consult with faculty on course design, AI integration, experiential learning, and digital tools.
* Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and federal regulations in coordination with Online Learning and Continuing Education.
* Champion experiential learning and support faculty in adopting new technologies, expanding student engagement, and redesigning assessments to support student learning outcomes.
* Design and deliver trainings, including creating micro-credents for online and HyFlex instruction.
* Share research in teaching and learning, assessment, teaching innovations, and student success through CETL communications and strategic initiatives.
CETL Program Coordination
* Manage CETL events, trainings, communications, and day-to-day operations.
* Supervise CETL graduate assistant and technology fellow.
* Represent NSU in SDBOR and COPLAC teaching networks and coordinate faculty mentoring efforts.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Learning management systems
Learning theories
Technologies and Computer Software
Skill & Ability to:
Communicate effectively
Maintain confidentiality
Collaborate across faculty of various ranks and disciplines
Prioritize daily tasks while advancing long-term goals
Host events and trainings
Organize an office and manage student employees
Maintain detailed records
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Contact Information
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
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Protective Clothing/Equipment
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Physical Requirements
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Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)
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Sensory Requirements
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Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Color Vision, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
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Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference List
Optional Documents
The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.
Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.
South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455
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