[Hiring] E-Learning Developer I @Grand Canyon University

Role Description

The E-Learning Developer (ELD) works closely with Instructional Designers (ID) and the Quality Assurance (QA) team to create assets to facilitate student learning. The ELD uses e-learning tools to create learning objects, presentations, and videos, and will format documents for accessibility, create visual assets, and develop training materials for team members. Salary range is $45,000-$55,000 annually (DOE).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Create and support online courses, including:
  • Convert and revise online higher education courses.
  • Work with the ID to build new and revise existing online courses.
  • Create and configure online courses on the LMS based on specifications in a design document from the ID.
  • Work with the ID and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to identify areas of opportunity to improve instructional media or media development processes.
  • Assist in quality analysis of online courses as needed.
  • Use e-learning authoring tools to create/convert online course content or materials.
  • Remain current with, and have a thorough understanding of the latest technology, tools, and trends in online education and instructional media.
  • Develop ADA compliant course material.
• Provide training to Orbis team, students, and faculty, including:
  • Contribute to job aids, process documentation, and training materials.
  • Provide LMS training to students and faculty where necessary.
  • Train internal staff on eLearning tools, LMS platforms, and other team-related procedures.
• Provide technical support to staff, students, and faculty, including:
  • Work with the E-Learning Team to support course set up and maintenance each semester.
  • Limited travel required with notice.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for helping others quickly resolve issues and comfort in a support role.
• High attention to detail and commitment to a quality product.
• Strong aesthetic design composition and typographic abilities.
• Beginner knowledge of fundamental e-learning authoring tools and/or online learning platforms.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Technologically independent and able to work as part of a virtual team.
• Flexible and able to track, prioritize, and follow up on multiple projects.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with staff, faculty, and students.
• Ability to quickly learn how to use e-learning authoring design/development tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Storyline, Lectora Publisher, etc.).
• General understanding of ADA compliance standards and WCAG 2.0.

Preferred Experience

• Basic knowledge of or experience with learning management systems (LMS) and/or learning content management systems (LCMS) such as Canvas, Blackboard, D2L, ANGEL, Sakai, WebCT, Vista, etc., or content management systems (CMS) such as Wordpress, Drupal, or Joomla.
• Previous work in a support role.
• Any programming or database experience would be applicable.

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Educational/Instructional Technology, Interactive Media Design, Graphic Design, Instructional Design or a related field.