• Job Description

  Req#: JR10001187

  Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

  Position Title:

  Instructional Designer

  Job Category:

  Academic Staff

  Employment Type:

  Regular

  Job Profile:

  Training & Orgzl Dev Spec II

  Job Duties:

  The Instructional Designer is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training and development programs for employees within the UW System. This position will develop and deliver in-person, virtual and asynchronous learning. The specialist will collaborate with various departments to identify training needs, develop content, deliver training, and assess the effectiveness of the training programs. This role requires strong instructional design skills and excellent communication abilities.

  Key Job Responsibilities:

  Major responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

  • Develop and write objectives for learning and ensure they are aligned with business documentation and end-user business processes
  • Facilitate professional development courses and activities and guides learning to align with existing curriculum
  • Work with subject matter experts to develop content , prepare, and update specialized instructional materials and assessment tools to align with unit objectives and strategy
  • Conduct needs assessments and evaluations to support ongoing development and improvement of learning experiences for customers
  • Review and analyze course evaluation data and determine appropriate action to incorporate feedback
  • Measures participant performance and progress utilizing assessment tools to align with established mission and philosophy
  • Serves as a subject matter expert, point of contact, and communicates with program affiliates, audiences, and stakeholders providing information and guidance on adult learning materials and standards

  UW-Shared Services provides payroll, benefits, business services, and reporting services to UW System employees and universities. UW-Shared Services exists to standardize processes, consolidate operations, and streamline administrative practices in order to provide high quality services while improving administrative efficiency and effectiveness. In addition to providing high quality services, Service Operations brings value to UW institutions by reducing administrative burden and cost, thereby allowing them to invest time and resources into activities which are more central to their mission.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in education, instructional design or related field OR five (5) years of related working experience
  • Experience in instructional design using instructional technology to design and develop instructor-led, virtual, and on-demand learning experiences
  • Knowledge of adult learning theories and instructional design in a professional work environment.
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn complex business processing to design and develop learning experiences
  • Effective written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated skill and experience providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Five (5) or more years of technical training course development and training
  • Experience creating interactive eLearning content
  • Experience with a variety of technology including e-Learning platform, like Adobe Captivate, learning management systems, and online conference technology, such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams
  • Basic knowledge of graphic design elements and techniques to create useful and meaningful visuals
  • Planning, organization, and project management skills
  • Knowledge of Workday or other ERP application fundamentals
  • Experience working in the public sector or higher education
  • Instructional Design Certificate

  WORK LOCATION

  The office location is in Madison, WI. An in-office requirement is expected three days per week with the option to work the remaining two days off-site/remote. Telecommuting agreements are subject to change at any time.

  COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  The Instructional Designer (Official Title: Training & Organizational Development Specialist II) is a full-time, salaried (exempt), academic staff, position.

  Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $68,000 - $79,500 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

  The Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide (FA/AS/LI) . Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

  APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
  To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through 11:59 pm, Wednesday, August 13, 2025, However, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.

  To receive full consideration, interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

  • Resume (PDF Format)
  • Cover letter addressing your experience and education as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications (PDF Format)

  Failing to submit the required application documents may disqualify your application.

  SPECIAL NOTES:

  If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request by contacting Sarah Haen, HR Manager, at sarah.haen@uwss.wisconsin.edu

  The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran, and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellent through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

  Questions may be addressed to: Sarah Haen, HR Manager, at sarah.haen@uwss.wisconsin.edu

  COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE

  Inclusive Excellence is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for Universities of Wisconsin. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the Universities of Wisconsin community . We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, research, scholarship, creative activity, community service, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

  Universities of Wisconsin fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who serve the State of Wisconsin and the public good.

  Special Notes

  If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request by contacting uwshr@wisconsin.edu .

  The Universities of Wisconsin is required to conduct a criminal background and sexual harassment check for the selected finalist prior to employment .

  Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on, before, or after the effective date of appointment.

  The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7) .

  Benefits Information

  Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Faculty, Academic Staff & Limited Appointees or University Staff Please see this link for total compensation information: Universities of Wisconsin Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to provide you with total compensation information .

  Application Instructions

  To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references . Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through the closing date . H owever, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled .

  Clery Act information

  The Universities of Wisconsin provides statistics on campus crime in its Annual Security Report . For more information on university campus statistics see https://www.wisconsin.edu/compliance/clery/ .

  EEO Statement
  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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